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NERF Meeting
2026-02-12 09:30 - 13:30 UTC | Bede Tower, Burdon Road, Sunderland, SR2 7EA
The meeting will hear from the Environment Agency and will get updates on what is to be expected throughout 2026, as well as from two NERF Award winners, and innovation from Earthshot Prize shortlisted Chesnut Bio.
View the agenda here.

Be Waste Wise Webinar | Carbon Pricing & Waste Management: Aligning Climate Action with Social Equity
2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
This session will explore how carbon pricing can be applied to waste management in ways that cut emissions effectively while shielding citizens from undue costs.

GreyParrot Webinar | Running a profitable MRF in 2026: What AI really changes – and what it doesn't
2026-02-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Learn how global plant managers, analysts and technical leads are using AI to boost recovery profits this year.

DESNZ Webinar | Government response to Heat Network Zoning Consultation: Heat Network Zones in Practice - Connections, Heat Sources and Existing Heat Networks
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
This webinar will cover key elements of Heat Network Zoning policy, including the types of buildings that will be required to connect, options for voluntary connections, requirements for heat sources, and how zoning will interact with existing heat networks. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions.
This webinar will be particularly relevant for consumers, heat suppliers, and the supply chain involved in the planning and delivery of heat networks.
The session will be recorded for anyone unable to attend live.
We encourage you to review the Government Response Summary ahead of the webinar: Proposals for heat network zoning 2023 – GOV.UK

CIWM Technical Webinar | Flexible Plastics and Films, considering what’s next
2026-02-23 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
Supporting the progression of resource optimising policies like Simpler Recycling and DRS is key to the progress of the sector, but how do these policies’ requirements impact current operating infrastructures?
What are the challenges, and how can we anticipate what’s coming next to allow for infrastructure that can operate and support effective, high-capacity material sorting and recovery?

AMCS Webinar | Optimising Roll‑Off and Skip Planning for Smarter Logistics
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Online
This webinar introduces next‑generation automation purpose built for the fast and dynamic world of large container logistics.

Join AMCSA to explore how agile, automated planning can transform Roll-Off and Skip container operations and drive measurable performance gains. Speakers to be announced

Biffa Webinar | Two Years of Biodiversity Net Gain: Policy, Practice, and Progress
2026-02-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
This webinar will analyse the first two years of BNG legislation and delivery as well as covering the legal aspects, biodiversity uplift through land restoration and explaining how BNG works in practice.

UKERC Webinar | Measuring Public Perceptions of the Green Transition
2026-02-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Join UKERC for the first webinar of the SoGreen Project, a collaborative initiative focused on understanding and supporting the green transition across Europe.
This session brings together leading experts and stakeholders to share insights on project goals, work packages, and the broader landscape of sustainability.

DESNZ Webinar | Heat Network Technical Standards Consultation Webinar 3: Pre-Operational Networks
2026-02-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Online

ESA Working Group | Health and Safety
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:30 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on Health and Safety. I
f you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Stephen Freeland

ESA Working Group | Energy from Waste (EfW)
2026-02-26 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on Energy from Waste.
If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Charlotte Rule

DESNZ Webinar | Government response to Heat Network Zoning Consultation: Delivering Heat Network Zones - Developer Appointment
2026-02-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
This webinar will provide information about the practical delivery of Heat Network Zones. It will cover zone delivery areas, delivery models, the competed process to assess zone developers, consenting processes, , the regulatory conditions attached to consents, and building connection.
There will also be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions.
This webinar will be particularly relevant for heat network developers, heat sources, utilities, supply chain and local authorities.
The session will be recorded for anyone unable to attend live.
We encourage you to review the Government Response Summary ahead of the webinar: Proposals for heat network zoning 2023 – GOV.UK

Futurebuild
2026-03-03 - 2026-03-05 | ExCel, London
Taking place 3–5 March 2026 at Excel London, the 21st edition of the UK’s most impactful built environment event unites thousands of specifiers, decision-makers, and innovators.
Across three days, you’ll experience ground-breaking innovation, world-class knowledge, and networking opportunities from thought-leading conference sessions and CPD-accredited seminars to cutting-edge exhibits and live demonstrations.

DESNZ Webinar | Heat Network Technical Standards Consultation Webinar 4: Existing Networks
2026-03-03 14:00 - 15:30 | Online

ADBA Scottish Conference 2026
2026-03-04 | Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
The conference will ensure the sector is placed at the heart of the discussion about what Scotland needs to do to meet its still-ambitious climate targets and in alignment with the Scottish Government’s Climate Change Plan.
As the political conversation in Scotland focuses heavily on making good on the Just Transition, the conference will also make sure that it is clear that the AD sector is already generating jobs, creating new revenue streams and cutting costs for Scottish businesses while helping the government to de-fossilise Scotland’s economy.

Energy from Waste 2026
2026-03-04 - 2026-03-05 | Convene Conference Centre 133 Houndsditch London EC3A 7DB
The Energy from Waste Conference 2026 once again brings together an exceptional line-up of the industry’s best speakers, with technical experts, international leaders, and innovative developers providing an unmissable two days of the latest information.
Benefit from a packed two-day programme: explore the critical issues that will impact on your organisation, take part in in-depth discussion sessions and gain greater understanding of emerging trends and directions.
Gain real value from the plentiful networking times with top global suppliers and fellow industry leaders.

RECOUP Summit | The Challenge of Future Enhancements
2026-03-04 10:00 - 15:45 | Horizon Leeds 3rd Floor 2 Kendall Street Leeds LS10 1JR
The Summit will focus on new developments in materials and technology that will help to drive improvements in the plastics recycling and resource efficiency value chain.
With collaboration being a key factor to success we feel that it is also important to acknowledge the challenges faced when putting these developments into action, discussing how we can work together to overcome these challenges and drive improvements together.
The RECOUP Summit will consist of focused breakout rooms in the morning followed by lunch and networking in the afternoon.

DESNZ Webinar | Government Response to Heat Network Zoning Consultation: Bringing Zones to Life - Operation
2026-03-04 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
This webinar will explore the operational phase for zones, covering zone construction, monitoring, emissions limits, zone review, and enforcement and appeals processes.
There will also be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions.
This webinar will be particularly relevant for heat network developers and local authorities.
The session will be recorded for anyone unable to attend live.
We encourage you to review the Government Response Summary ahead of the webinar: Proposals for heat network zoning 2023 – GOV.UK

DESNZ Webinar | Heat Network Technical Standards Consultation Webinar 5: Metering and Monitoring
2026-03-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Online

letsrecycle.com Conference | National E-Waste & Critical Minerals Conference
2026-03-11 | Cavendish Venues – 22 Duchess Mews London
*ESA Member companies get a 10% on all tickets to this event – please contact Toni Lockhart*
Formerly known as the WEEE Conference, this newly rebranded event reflects the expanded focus on both electronic waste and critical materials – two of the most pressing challenges in resource management today.
The E-Waste & Critical Materials Conference is the definitive meeting place for industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers committed to shaping a sustainable future.

Circular Valley Convention
2026-03-11 - 2026-03-12 | Dusseldorf
The Circular Valley Convention is a pioneering event dedicated to promoting the circular economy. At the convention, you will learn everything about innovative business models that extend the life cycle of products and thus conserve resources. It will bring together decision-makers from business, science, politics and society to work together on a sustainable future.
For more information please contact Faye Whittingham – faye@itsluk.com

ESA Working Group | Welsh ESA (WESA)
2026-03-11 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on Wales.
If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Sam Corp

CIWM / IWMA Event | Annual Irish Waste Management Conference 2026
2026-03-12 | The Aviva Stadium Dublin
The main theme of the 2026 conference will be The Circular Economy – Not just an Environmental Ambition. It’s an Economic and Social Opportunity! This will be another unique opportunity to meet your clients, peers, colleagues, competitors, policy makers and indeed, future clients in a safe and relaxed environment. There is no other event in the Republic of Ireland that compares to The Irish Waste Management Conference in the waste and resource management space.

Circular Economy Institute Webinar | Breaking the ick factor, making circular business models desirable
2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Online
This CEI webinar will delve into the perceptions different countries have on circular-focused models and second-hand markets.
It will delve into perceptions and behaviours from different countries linked with circular-focused models and second-hand markets, as we aim to share:

Parallels with the challenges we see in encouraging more sustainable, circular behaviour
How to create reassurance in products, models, and markets, without overwhelming people with information
What behaviours do we see in different locations, and what insights are linked to these
What can be learned from second-hand, more circular markets that are thriving

letsrecycle.com Conference | National Food Waste Conference 2026
2026-03-19 | 30 Euston Square London NW1 2FB
The National Food Waste Conference aims unite leaders across the food, waste, and recycling sectors.
With a packed agenda of expert speakers, panel discussions, and practical case studies, this year’s event will explore how the UK can accelerate progress on food waste prevention, redistribution and treatment.

ESA Working Group | Regulation
2026-03-19 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on Waste Industry Regulation.
If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Sam Corp

Climate Technology Show
2026-03-24 - 2026-03-25 | ExCel, London
Bringing Together Global Climate Action Stakeholders For a Sustainable Tomorrow
The Climate Technology Show is set to be the leading global platform for innovation in climate technology, bringing together over 100 exhibitors and sponsors to showcase the latest advancements across key sectors. From Carbon Tech and Renewable Energy to Sustainable Mobility, Agri-Tech, and ESG-driven strategies, the event will highlight groundbreaking solutions shaping a greener future.

ESA Working Group | Scottish ESA (SESA)
2026-03-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Garfield House Hotel, Stepps G33 6HW
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on the Scottish waste and resource management sector.
If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Stephen Freeland

CIWM Resource Conference Cymru 202
2026-03-25 | Glamorgan County Cricket Club Sophia Gardens Cardiff CF11 9XR
Returning to Cardiff in March 2026, Resource Conference Cymru will shine a light on the current status of the resource and waste sector in Wales, from top-level policy discussions, to the practicalities impacting local authorities today.
Join CIWM Cymru at Sophia Gardens for another unmissable event that promises to equip Wales’ waste and resource leaders with the insights and tools needed to advance the nation’s journey toward a resource resilient future.

Recycling 2026 - Global Summit on Recycling and Waste Management
2026-03-25 - 2026-03-26 | London
Theme: “Exploring the Novel Advances in Recycling and Waste Management”
Recycling 2026 is a premier gathering of innovators, industry leaders, policymakers, and environmental advocates united by a shared mission to address the urgent challenges and seize emerging opportunities in waste management. Together, we will explore forward-thinking solutions, exchange insights, and spark collaborative action toward a more sustainable future.
This summit offers a rich program featuring keynote addresses, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and networking sessions, providing participants with the chance to stay ahead of the curve on the latest advancements, technologies, and policies transforming the recycling and waste management landscape.
