Technical Program
Call for Abstracts
Conference Theme: Minerals, Innovation and the Energy Transition
The Call for Abstracts for CIM CONNECT 2025 is now open!
This year's conference theme, "Minerals, Innovation and the Energy Transition," invites submissions that explore the critical role of minerals in driving innovation and supporting the global shift toward sustainable energy. We encourage you to share your insights and research, contributing to vital discussions that will shape the future of our industry.
The call for abstracts is open until November 1, 2024.
Abstracts should be no more than 500 words and must align with the conference sub-topics. Please review the sub-topic descriptions below carefully before submitting your abstract.
The technical program offers two submission options:
1. Presenter:
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Propose a 20-minute technical presentation on a specific topic and sub-topic.
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Submit a concise abstract of your presentation, not exceeding 500 words.
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Marketing presentations will not be accepted.
2. Panel Organizer:
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You will coordinate a panel session with 3 to 5 panelists and a moderator.
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Choose the relevant topic and sub-topic for your panel session.
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Provide a detailed description of the panel session, including the names of some panelists if available.
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Panel sessions are 1 hour and 15 minutes in duration.
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Please note that marketing-related panels will not be accepted.
Please note that all participants in the technical program—including panel organizers, panelists, moderators, and presenters—are required to pay the registration fee corresponding to their category.
TECHNICAL TOPICS
Urbanisation & Energy Transition
Explore the intersection of urban growth and sustainable energy solutions.
Digital Maturity & Transformation
Chart the path to digital excellence and transformative innovation.
Innovation & Best Practices in Mining: Operations & Processing
Uncover groundbreaking methods and exemplary practices in mining operations and processing.
Sustainability & Culture
Foster a culture of sustainability for enduring impact and growth.
Partnership & Community Engagement
Build strong partnerships and connect with communities for shared success.
Investment & Financing to Meet the Energy Transition
Secure investments and financing to drive the energy transition.
Geological Innovations for Sustainable Mineral Exploration
Innovate geological methods for sustainable mineral exploration.
Water & Environment
Protect water resources and the environment through best practices.
Key Dates
- Abstract submission deadline: November 1, 2024
- Email notification of acceptance: February 14, 2025