OSES Comes to Italy!
The 9th OSES Annual Symposium takes place July 16 - July 18, Summer 2025. This year's home is spectacular Bari, Italy, the jewel of Italy's Southern Coastal Region. This event brings together researchers, industry players and policy makers dedicated to driving the development and growth of offshore renewables and energy storage. This event follows a number of successful events held in Windsor, Canada; Edinburgh, Scotland; Valetta, Malta; Cape Cod, USA; Ningbo, China; Brest, France, and St. Julian's, Malta, and New Bedford, USA.
Speranza Dalla Terra. Luce Dal Mare! | Hope From Earth. Light From the Sea!
Challenging Times need Light. Hope springs eternal from our Earth and from its People. The movement to save our planet is facing headwinds in many places around the world. At no time has it been more critical to transparently illustrate how clean energy systems are essential for economic sustainability. It is incumbent on us to action Good Science into Great Business! So come to unforgettable Bari this Summer. Action your hope to help everyone sea the light. The time is now.
Do You Know Bari?
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Stunning Coastal City that is a vital economic centre of mainland Southern Italy.
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Bari boasts the Longest Seafront in Europe.
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450 km From Rome, and 250 km from Naples.
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This City of St. Nicholas is home to the famous Basilica of San Nicola, Cathedral of San Sabino, and the Norman Swabian Castle!
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Home to unrivalled Sea Food and Pasta Dishes like Oricchette.
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Bari is a charming old town with the narrow streets of Bari Vecchia, ancient structures, and vibrant, bustling markets!
OSES2025 CELEBRATED KEYNOTES AND FEATURED SPEAKERS
Antonio Marco Pantaleo
Antonio Marco Pantaleo is a seasoned expert in renewable and clean energy technologies, with over 20 years of experience leading multidisciplinary research projects. His work spans solar, wind, biomass, and hybrid energy systems, as well as energy integration, biosystems engineering, and optimizing energy use in agricultural engineering and food processing. Since October 2020, Antonio has served as a Programme Manager for the European Innovation Council (EIC), where he plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation and supporting groundbreaking research and development in clean energy and sustainable technologies. As one of only four current EIC Programme Managers, he is dedicated to identifying and mentoring high-potential projects, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to make transformative impacts. A thought leader in his field, Antonio is driven by a mission to accelerate the transition to cleaner energy systems, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to a more resilient and equitable future.
EXPLORATION TOPICS
Topic 1: Offshore Renewable Energy Generation
- Wind energy
- Wave and tidal power
- Offshore solar power
- Hybrid systems
Topic 2: Offshore Energy Storage
- Green Hydrogen
- Compressed air
- Pumped hydro
- Batteries
- Thermal storage
- Offshore biomass systems
Topic 3: Integration of Centralised/De-centralised Energy Storage in Electrical Power Networks
- Island networks and smart grids
- Interconnection systems
- Delivery of non-electrical energy services from offshore energy farms
Topic 4. Implementation of Offshore Renewable Energy Generation and Storage Projects
- Multi-purpose use of offshore platforms and marine space
- Economic feasibility analysis
- Mobilization, deployment, and/or decommissioning for offshore energy assets
Topic 5. Decarbonization of Maritime Transport and Other Activities
- Wind and solar-assisted sea faring vessels
- Green fuels for sea faring vessels
- Energy efficiency in sea faring vessels
- Integration of renewables with offshore oil and gas platforms
- Grid impacts of maritime decarbonization
Topic 6. Engineering for Environmental Impacts of Offshore Energy Assets
- Impacts of offshore energy harvesting on sea life
- Engineered measures to mitigate environmental impacts of offshore energy assets
- Symbiotic/synergistic solutions for offshore energy harvesting/storage and marine life
Topic 7. Offshore Energy Systems Policy Analysis and Design
- Policy challenges to sustainable offshore energy systems
- Policy enablement mechanisms for offshore energy system enablement
Topic 8. Energy Systems Economics
- Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) innovations
- Energy service contract architectures
IMPORTANT
DATES/DATA
Abstract Deadline
JAN.24.2025
Abstract Acceptance Notification
FEB.17.2025
Early Bird Registation Ends
MAY.16.2025
Last Minute Registration Begins
JUN.11.2025
Submission Deadline for Peer-Reviewed IOP Journal of Physics Conference Series Publication
JUN.2.2025
Submission Deadline for Non Peer-Review Event Proceedings Inclusion
JUN.9.2025
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION, PAPER PUBLISHING
Abstract Submission
Submitted Abstracts should be prepared using the DOWNLOADABLE ABSTRACT TEMPLATE.
Please submit your Abstract by sending it in PDF format to Tonio Sant <tonio.sant@um.edu.mt>.
Paper Publishing (Peer-Reviewed) | IOP Journal of Physics Conference Series
Authors with Accepted Abstracts that wish to Submit Full Papers for Review to be included in OSES2025 IOP Journal of Physics Conference Series Open Access Publication must use the DOWNLOADABLE PAPER TEMPLATE FORMS HERE:
IOP.Paoer Preparation Instructions.pdf
REGISTRATION DETAILS
REGISTRATION TYPE
REGULAR DELEGATE
STUDENT DELEGATE*
UPTO MAY.16.2025
AFTER JUN.11.2025
UPTO JUN.11.2025
700 EURO
950 EURO
800 EURO
550 EURO
750 EURO
650 EURO
*NOTE: *Students registering and paying "Student Rates" must request their supervisor to send an email (in English) from their University or School email account to rupp@uwindsor.ca, verifying the current status of the student participating in the Symposium.
CONFERENCE VENUE
Politecnico di Bari, located in Bari, Italy, is a prestigious public university specializing in engineering, architecture, and industrial design. Established in 1990, it is one of Italy's three polytechnic universities and is renowned for its commitment to innovation and technological research. The university offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to address contemporary challenges. With strong ties to industry and a focus on sustainability, Politecnico di Bari provides students with practical skills and opportunities for impactful careers in their chosen fields.
TRAVELLING TO BARI AND PUGLIA REGION
Destination
Bari is the main city of Apulia, as well as one of the biggest in Southern Italy. It has a well-connected airport and station, getting there is easy.
By Air
The Airport (BRI) is just a few kilometers from city centre. Many major European cities have direct flights: EX: Amsterdam - Bari: direct flight, 2h 30min, London Stansted - Bari: direct flight, 2h 40min, etc.
By Rail
Bari is also well-connected by land, with direct trains to the main Italian cities. So, if you're already in Italy and you wish to go to Bari, here you'll find a list of direct trains to the Apulian city, EX: Roma Termini - Bari Centrale: direct train, 4h, Torino Porta Nuova - Bari Centrale: direct train, 8h 15min, etc.
Great Details are available at wondefulitaly.eu.
LODGING
Hotel Excelsior Bari ★ ★ ★ ★
Via G. Petroni, 15 (1,2 Km from University Campus)
WEBSITE – https://excelsiorbari.it/
Mercure Villa Carducci Romanazzi ★ ★ ★ ★
Via G. Capruzzi, 326 (2 Km from University Campus)
WEBSITE – https://www.villaromanazzi.com/it/
JR Hotels Oriente Bari ★ ★ ★ ★
Corso Cavour, 32 (2,1 Km from University Campus)
WEBSITE – https://jr-hotels.com/
Nicolaus Hotel Bari ★ ★ ★ ★
Via Cardinale Agostino Ciasca, 27 (7 Km from University Campus)
WEBSITE – https://www.thenicolaushotel.com/
Hi Hotel Bari ★ ★ ★ ★
Via Don Luigi Guanella, 15 (7 Km from University Campus)
WEBSITE – https://hihotelbari.com/index.php
Jr Hotels Grande Albergo delle Nazioni ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Lungomare Nazario Sauro, 7 (3,2 Km from University Campus)
WEBSITE – https://jr-hotels.com/it/collection/jr-hotels-grande-albergo-delle-nazioni-bari
Hotel Campus ★ ★ ★
Via Celso Ulpiani, 11 (in the University Campus)
WEBSITE – http://www.campushotel.it/
OSES2025 TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Rupp Carriveau
Professor, Director
Environmental Energy Institute, UWindsor
Seamus Garvey
Professor
University of Nottingham
Tonio Sant
Professor
University of Malta
Jochen Bard
Coordinator Energy Process Engineering, Fraunhofer IEE
Marianne Rodgers
Scientific Director
WEICan
Zhiwen Wang
Associate Professor
Dalian Maritime University China
Jonathan Miles
Professor
James Madison University
Antonio Marco Pantaleo
Professor
Università degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro
Marco Torresi
Professor
Politecnico di Bari
Sergio Camporeale
Professor
Politenico di Bari
Alex Slocum
Professor
MIT
Yi Guo
Professor
DTU
Chris Niezrecki
Professor
UMass Lowell
Jacqueline Stagner
Learning Specialist
UWindsor
Matt Davison
Professor
Western University
Bill Hurley
Principal
Hurley Maritime Consulting
David S-K Ting
Professor
UWindsor
Eric Loth
Professor
University of Virginia
OSES2025 ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Rupp Carriveau
OSES2024
Comm Chair
Professor, Director
Environmental Energy Institute, UWindsor
Seamus Garvey OSES2024
Lead Chair
Professor
University of Nottingham
Tonio Sant
OSES2024 Technical Chair
Professor
University of Malta
Jochen Bard
OSES2024 Industrial Chair
Coordinator Energy Process Engineering, Fraunhofer IEE
Sergio Camporeali
OSES2024
Lead Host Chair
Professor
Politecnico di Bari
Antonio Marco Pantaleo
OSES2024
Euro Promotions Chair
Professor
Università degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro
Marco Torresi
OSES2024
Host Chair
Professor
Politecnico di Bari
Naomi Pelkey
OSES2024
Media Chair
Creative Filmmaker
UWin Faculty of Engineering