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ZWS Webinar | Food for Thought: Food waste reduction through evidence-based insights
2025-11-12 13:30 - 14:30 UTC | Online
Scotland is facing a food waste crisis – join ZWS as they explore the scale of this, and discover how the circular economy could be the answer.
This webinar will talk through the highlights of these reports, and how we can use them to tackle this important challenge.

The Green Economy Conference & Exhibition
2025-11-13 | Swansea Building Society Arena
Returning for its fourth year, the Green Economy Conference & Exhibition brings together businesses, innovators, community leaders and policy makers to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, greener, more resilient economy for Wales.

ESA Working Group | Waste Oils
2025-11-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
MEMBER ONLY EVENT
Exclusive Members Only Working Group focussing on Waste Oils

WEET Forum Online Conference | Next steps for CCUS development in the UK
2025-11-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Online
This conference will examine the future direction of carbon capture and storage policy in the UK – with a focus on delivery timelines, market models, and the role of CCUS in industrial decarbonisation, regional development, and long-term net zero strategy.

NERF Event | North East Recycling Forum Annual Conference
2025-11-18 09:00 - 13:00
Join NERF for their Annual Conference in the Banqueting Hall at Newcastle Civic Centre, kindly sponsored by Friends of NERF, Newcastle City Council.
The event will discuss upcoming legislation, networking with the brilliant NERF network and will have a lively exhibition area made up of the NERF network.
NERF will also be celebrating theirvery first NERF Awards – celebrating the best of the North East waste and resources sector.
Applications for this years NERF Awards close on the 16th October.
We’ve got a fantastic network of organisations in the North East working in really innovative ways, driving the waste and recycling sector forward. Join us in celebrating the amazing work happening across the North East.
The four awards are as follows:

Best Reuse Initiative
Best Campaign
Best Waste Minimisation
Newcomer of the Year

For a more detailed breakdown of the awards and to download an application form, visit www.nerf.org.uk/nerf-awards
Thank you to our Friends of NERF for your continued support.

ESA Webinar | Future-Proofing Waste: Policy, Planning, and Best Practice
2025-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Topics covered in the webinar include: –

Biodiversity Net Gain – Nick White; Principal Advisor, Natural England –
Planning implications of simpler recycling – James Stewart Irvine, Planning Manager, Biffa –
Impacts of residential encroachment on the waste sector – Stephen Freeland, Policy Advisor ESA –
Practical steps on mitigating odour, dust or noise – Alison Cook, SLR Consulting

A year on since Biodiversity Net Gain became a mandatory requirement of the planning system we’ll learn more about how the market is developing for buying and selling biodiversity units.
The webinar will also explore the planning implications of the Government’s simpler recycling agenda as infrastructure and services are rolled out to handle an ever wider and changing composition of waste.
Residential encroachment remains a potential threat to the efficient operation of our waste facilities and we’ll hear more on the ESA’s recommendations contained within our research report. We’ll also find out about the practical steps that can be taken on mitigating potential amenity impacts such as odour, dust or noise.
With significant reforms in the offing in the Planning Bill and English devolution, this webinar is a must-attend for developers, local authorities and industry representatives, providing essential insights and best practices on waste planning.

Letsrecycle.com Event | The Collection Conference 2025
2025-11-20 | Coventry

WEET Forum Event | Next steps for environmental protection and the planning system in England
2025-11-20 | Online
This conference will examine next steps for environmental protection in the planning system in England and Wales.
It will bring together policymakers and stakeholders to assess implications of recent legislative and regulatory changes, including the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, updates to the National Planning Policy Framework, as well as evolving priorities associated with both the Levelling Up Fund and Environmental Improvement Plan.

RECOUP Webinar | The Recyclability of Packaging and Meeting the Needs of the Value Chain
2025-11-20 | Sherbourne Recycling 255 London Road Coventry CV3 4AR
Dive into the world of sustainable packaging and discover how we can make a difference in the recycling chain!

Eunomia Webinar | Closing the loop: Designing for Recyclability (DfR)
2025-11-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Online
During this webinar, you will learn how businesses across FMCG, retail, and related sectors can approach designing packaging for recyclability, in line with mandated PPWR requirements.
What you will learn:

How to translate packaging regulations into actionable steps around packaging design.
What key challenges brands frequently face when aligning existing packaging with new/future requirements, and what potential solutions are available.
What packaging options are both compliant and future-proof.
How to navigate supplier demands and documentation requirements in relation to packaging regulations.
How to incorporate recycled content into packaging types without compromising performance or brand.
How to take inspiration from innovative packaging solutions and case studies that meet PPWR requirements.

ESA Strategy Group | Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS)
2025-11-20 14:30 - 17:30 | ESA Offices, 4th Floor, 158 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 9TR
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on ETS. If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out in the normal ways

ESA Working Group | Social Value
2025-11-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
MEMBER ONLY EVENT Exclusive Members Only Working Group focussing on Social Value

ESA Strategy Group | Health & Safety
2025-11-25 09:00 - 10:30 | Online
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE EVENT

AMCS Webinar | Why Purpose-Built Automation Matters: Thriving in the Waste & Recycling Sector
2025-11-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Join the AMCS team on 25th of November at 11am GMT as the expert panel explores the unique demands of the waste and recycling sector—and how tailored automation can drive real business success.

Valpak Webinar | Understanding the PRO application process for pEPR
2025-11-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
This public webinar will explain Defra’s application process to appoint a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) in the UK. Valpak will share its perspective on industry collaboration, the aims of a producer-led PRO, and what these developments mean for the wider packaging value chain.

Environment Analyst Webinar 1 | Effectively Assessing & Managing PFAS 2025
2025-11-25 14:00 - 16:30 | Online
Join Environment Analyst’s online event Effectively Assessing & Managing PFAS on 25 & 26 November 2025 and hear global policy experts explore the implications of current and future regulatory frameworks for the risk assessment and management of PFAS.

Industry CCUS 2025
2025-11-26 - 2025-11-27 | Amsterdam
After the great success of Industry CCUS 2024 Conference that gathered over 100 attendees from over 20+ countries, the event will be returning for 2025!
The conference will take place on 26-27 November 2025 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The summit will take an in-depth look into industries: heavy, petrochemical, cement and more. Join us for a dynamic exploration of the latest developments in CCUS.

Environment Analyst Webinar 2 | Effectively Assessing & Managing PFAS 2025
2025-11-26 14:00 - 17:00 | Online

Lestrecycle.com Event | RDF Conference
2025-11-27 | De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms

Albion Webinar | Waste Less, Operate Smarter
2025-11-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
This focused webinar will explore how organisations can optimise their waste management operations to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance overall performance.
It will serve as an introductory overview, with a more in-depth follow-up webinar scheduled for January 2026, where it will delve deeper into each of these critical topics.

* FULLY BOOKED* ESA Event | ESA Annual Lunch 2025
2025-11-28 | London Marriott Grosvenor Square
*THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED | WE ARE NO LONGER ABLE TO TAKE BOOKINGS*
This event is kindly sponsored by insurers Specialist Risk Group and AND-E
The Environmental Services Association (ESA) Annual Lunch, will take place on 28 November 2025 at the London Marriott, Grosvenor Square.
The event, which regularly hosts in excess of 500 guests, is one of the highlights of the recycling and waste treatment sector’s social calendar, and runs from midday to 5pm, will include a delicious three-course meal for all guests and a welcome speech by ESA Chairman. The relaxed event offers a great opportunity to entertain clients and partners, and to meet and socialise with leaders from across the sector.
Guest Speaker
This years Guest Speaker is comedienne Jo Caulfield, a stand-up comedian, comedy writer, and author.

She was joint winner of the 2021 Comedians Comedian of The Year – an award voted for by her peers and members of the comedy industry. Away from comedy, she has also appeared on BBC Scotland’s “Debate Night” and is a regular guest on Times Radio, giving her take on the news and political events.
Event Details

Date: 28 November 2025
Timings: 12pm – 5pm – (Drinks Reception: 12pm / Lunch: 1pm)
Dress Code: Smart Business

Tickets

ESA Members: £150+VAT
Non-Members: £175+VAT

We look forward to seeing you at this year Annual Lunch!!!

ESA Board
2025-11-28 10:30 - 12:00 | London Marriott Grosvenor Square
CLOSED MEETING – BOARD MEMBER COMPANIES ONLY
The ESA Board Meeting is only open to Board Representative companies.

Environment Analyst Online Event | Effectively Assessing & Managing PFAS 2025
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-03 | Online
Join Environment Analysts online event Effectively Assessing & Managing PFAS on 2nd & 3rd December 2025 and hear global policy experts explore the implications of current and future regulatory frameworks for the risk assessment and management of PFAS.

BPF Seminar | 2025 Recycling Seminar
2025-12-02 09:45 - 15:10 | Online
The BPF Recycling Seminar returns for 2025 and has been designed to provide plastics recyclers with an in-depth look at the very latest developments, ideas and industry case studies. Sponsored by The Environment Exchange, this full-day seminar will offer attendees an in-depth examination of the advancements in plastics within the recycling sector.
Who should attend:
This conference is aimed at senior and middle management professionals from all parts of the plastics industry who are interested in finding out more about the recycling sector.

SWITCH Webinar | Winter Seminar & AGM 2025
2025-12-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Sibbald Training Shona’s Way Blackridge EH48 3BN
Join SWITCH for the SWITCH Winter Seminar & AGM 2025! Network, share insights, & discuss the latest in training, H&S and compliance.

ESA Working Group | Regulation
2025-12-04 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on Regulation. If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out in the normal ways

British - Irish Council Webinar | Circular Economy Strategies Webinar
2025-12-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Online
The webinar will bring together relevant stakeholders and industry partners from across the eight British-Irish Council’s (BIC) Member Administrations for a series of presentations exploring some of the policies and interventions being pursued to support transitioning to a Circular Economy.
The target audience for this webinar includes all organisations with a noted interest, as well as public sector officials. The event is designed so that individuals and organisations can engage openly to share expertise and perspectives.
The webinar will feature four presentations, including both public and external bodies. This page will be updated in due course.

ZWS Webinar | Learn more about the Circular Economy Strategy consultation
2025-12-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Join this webinar to learn more about the draft Circular Economy Strategy, how it was developed, what it aims to achieve, and how to take part.
The Scottish Government are currently consulting on the draft Circular Economy Strategy for Scotland and are asking for people to take part and have their say.
In this webinar session, Scottish Government policy leads from the Circular Economy Division, in collaboration with Zero Waste Scotland, will discuss:

The development of the draft Circular Economy Strategy
Why it’s important and what it aims to achieve.
Opportunity for Q&A

ADBA National Conference 2025
2025-12-10 | One Great George Street, London, Westminster, SW1P 3AA
Biogas: delivering sustainable growth, energy security and a circular economy
This year’s agenda has been developed in collaboration with our Content Steering Committee, a panel of leading UK experts and industry representatives. Drawing on their combined expertise, the programme is designed to tackle the sector’s most urgent challenges while providing delegates with practical, actionable insights to support day-to-day operations and long-term strategy.
Key themes include:

Biomethane’s role in energy security and net zero
The future of small-scale AD and off-grid solutions
The CHP crossroads: challenges and opportunities
Best practice in nutrient recovery and digestate management
Operations in focus: methane slip, leak detection and performance compliance
Unlocking AD potential for food waste
Impacts of the Simpler Recycling rollout
Accelerating the next generation of AD

WEET Forum Webinar | Next steps for greenhouse gas removals - policy, regulation and market growth
2025-12-11 | Online
This conference will discuss the future for greenhouse gas removals (GGRs) in the UK, looking at the direction of policy and regulation, and the way forward for market growth.
The agenda examines both rapid emissions reduction and the appropriate role for removals within the UK’s statutory carbon budgets. Areas for discussion include funding, market design and delivery, governance and oversight of removal claims, and the UK’s role in global markets and standards.
