The Regional Mountain Conference (#RMC) will connect scientists, experts, and society, while focusing on specific mountain regions and their unique challenges.

Home to over 14 million people and strongly affected by climate change, the European Alps are both a living laboratory and a hub for cutting-edge mountain research. Therefore, the #RMC26 will take place in Obergurgl: Obergurgl is located close to the boarder to underline the collaboration among Alpine Nations and Institutions. The inspiring Alpine landscapes will support exchange and development of new ideas.

Join us in Obergurgl in 2026 to connect, exchange, and contribute to the positive development of our Alpine region.

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Characteristics & Goals

• #RMC26 focuses on the European Alps
• #RMC26 is designed for scientists and experts/stakeholders
• #RMC26 prioritises synthesis activities in the quest for a holistic understanding of mountain systems
• #RMC26 aims to be a family friendly event with kids welcome at and around the venue including childcare.

Benefits

• Flexible session formats allow for both presentations and discussions, and disciplinary, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary foci
• A comprehensive overview about topics relevant in the region
• Support of the sustainable development of the region through knowledge exchange among scientists, experts and the society

Contents

RMC is open for any topics relevant to the Alpine Region and its surroundings (e.g. water related topics, natural hazards and risk management, cultural heritage, land use change, forests, extreme weather, biodiversity and renaturation, farming, renewable energy and other resources, mobility, …). Session and workshop topics should be rather broad and general to attract a wider range of researchers and experts.  

Session submission closes 17 December.

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