2026 ERC EARTH Spring Summit March 11-13, 2026

2026 ERC EARTH Spring Summit — University of Notre Dame

The 2026 ERC EARTH Spring Summit, held at the University of Notre Dame, was an outstanding success, bringing together researchers, partners, and stakeholders for two energizing days of collaboration and exchange. The Summit featured a stellar lineup of invited speakers whose talks sparked meaningful dialogue and highlighted the scale, relevance, and momentum of ERC EARTH’s research portfolio. Talks by EARTH Non‑Faculty researchers were especially impressive, showcasing emerging ideas, technical depth, and the next generation of leadership across the Center. The Summit also marked a major milestone with the inaugural Annual EARTH Pitch Competition, won by Kevin Turner (University of Kansas), who will represent EARTH at the NSF ERC National Pitch Competition this fall in Washington, D.C.

Friday’s policy and regulation sessions were especially incisive and forward‑looking, offering thoughtful analysis and practical context around the regulatory environment shaping future technology deployment and research impact. These discussions, alongside vibrant technical sessions, underscored the strength of the ERC EARTH community and its collective commitment to translating research into real‑world solutions.

With the energy and enthusiasm from a truly memorable Spring Summit, attention now turns to the Fall NSF EARTH Site Visit. The upcoming visit will lean into research translation and next‑generation data center cooling innovation, showcasing how ERC EARTH is moving discovery from the lab toward scalable, impactful deployment. Save the date and stay tuned for additional details.

Spring Summit Details:
Location: University of Notre Dame, McKenna Hall Conference Center
Dates: March 11-13, 2026
Highlights: Coming soon!

Upcoming:
2026 NSF EARTH Site Visit
Save the Date: October 19-21, 2026
Location: University of Maryland