edie webinar | Masterclass: How biomethane can benefit your business
2025-11-04 13:00 - 13:45 UTC | Online
This webinar, sponsored by ACT Group, will explore the opportunities and challenges surrounding biomethane. It will examine how biomethane can support corporate sustainability goals; examine the evolving UK and European policy framework shaping market growth; and highlight the future trends that business leaders need to know.

BPF Seminar | Chemical Recycling 2025
2025-11-04 13:00 - 16:30 | Online
Join the British Plastics Federation for its sixth annual chemical recycling seminar, kindly sponsored by The Environment Exchange.
Uncover the latest challenges and opportunities facing the plastics industry and this advanced recycling method. In this half-day online event, we will dive into the latest developments and identify what needs to happen for this technology to expand. Sessions will examine legislative changes, capacity, LCA’s, funding and innovation. You will not want to miss this highly anticipated seminar!

ESA Webinar | Unlocking Energy from Waste Heat
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Join us for this free online session exploring how Energy from Waste (EfW) can play a vital role in decarbonising the UK’s heat supply.
With the Government targeting 20% of heating from heat networks by 2050, EfW sites present a major opportunity to deliver low-carbon, reliable, and cost-effective heat to homes and businesses. Although EfW facilities operate across the UK, only a small proportion currently export heat — representing a significant untapped potential for achieving net zero goals.
This webinar marks the launch of the Environmental Services Association’s (ESA) new “Guide to Energy from Waste Heat Offtake” and updated Heat Network Prospectus, created to support planners and policymakers in identifying EfW heat opportunities across the UK.
An expert panel featuring voices from Government, industry, and the heat network sector will explore the technical, commercial, and regulatory considerations of EfW heat, including developing policies such as heat network zoning that aim to unlock the full potential of this resource.
Speakers include:

Simon Woodward, UK District Energy Association (UK DEA)
Cantor Mocke, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ)
Nick Minnitt, enfinium – Chair: Charlotte Rule, ESA

CIWM Webinar | Green Careers Week webinar: The future is circular: green jobs of the waste and resources sector
2025-11-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
This dynamic panel discussion explores the growing world of green jobs within the waste and resource management sector – an area rich with opportunity but often overlooked.
What you’ll learn:

A snapshot of some of the key green jobs in resource and waste management
Insights into the opportunities and future trends
Practical advice on how to get into the sector and take your next steps
The value of training, mentoring and continuous development for your career

letsrecycle.com Event | MRF & Markets Conference 2025
2025-11-06 | Birmingham
Over the years the MRF & Markets Conference has become the must-attend event for professionals looking to understand commodity markets, and those involved in operating, designing, and managing material recovery facilities.
The line-up of expert speakers will shed light on the future of MRF site design, with a focus on the advances in robotics, artificial intelligence and sorting technologies to enhance quality and efficiency.
It will also explore trends in recycling markets and their influence on MRF operations, in addition to detailed case studies on best practice, challenges and solutions, and the direction of the sector as a whole.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE

Environment Analyst Event | SBTi's Corporate Net-Zero Standard V2: An Overview
2025-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Join this event on November 10 for a webinar overview of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)’s draft Corporate Net-Zero Standard V2.0, which is open for its second public consultation.

Loughborough Uni Event | Establishing a Recycling Innovation Centre for the MedTech Industry
2025-11-11 | Wolfson Building, Loughborough University LE11 3TU
THIS IS A FREE TO ATTEND EVENT
An Industrial ‘Open-Day’ for MedTech companies to visit ReMed laboratory facilities and to influence the shape of an ‘Innovation Centre’ for developing economically viable and environmentally sustainable recycling technologies and processes for medical devices.
Who should attend:
We are inviting decision-makers and influencers in the design, manufacturing and reprocessing of medical devices to get involved in shaping the future of circular healthcare in the UK.
Programme
Morning Session:

10:15-10:30 Arrival and refreshment
10:30-11:50 Laboratory demonstration of recycling technologies developed in the UKRI-EPSRC funded ReMed project.
Shared Consultation Session: 12:00-12:30 Presentations on progress on the Design-for-Life Roadmap (DHSC) & review of the Clinical Waste Strategy (NHS England)
12:30-13:00 Consultation on the organisation of UK innovation in medical device recycling
13:00-14:00 Lunch (consultation continued).

Afternoon Session:

11:45-12:00 Arrival and refreshment
12:00-14:10 Shared as above
14:10-15:30 Laboratory demonstration of recycling technologies developed in the UKRI-EPSRC funded ReMed project.

To reserve a place send an email to admin@remed.uk
Places are limited to 20 for each of the morning and afternoon sessions on a first-come first-served basis

Defra Webinar | Reprocessors and Exporters Webinar
2025-11-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Online

Clear the PFAS path webinar
2025-11-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Join Matt Burns from WSP and Daryl McCloskey from EcoOnline, to understand why mapping exposure is critical for risk management and compliance.

letsrecycle.com Event | The EPR Conference
2025-11-12 | The IET, Savoy Place, London
This event is specifically designed to provide you with the latest insights, expert guidance, and practical strategies to navigate the new packaging EPR regulations that will impact producers across the UK.
Key themes:

Overview and Understanding of EPR Policy and System: Understanding the regulatory framework, the roles of various stakeholders, and the anticipated changes to legislation.
Compliance, Costs, and Enforcement: The complexities surrounding compliance with the EPR system, potential costs, and data management challenges.
Diverse Perspectives on EPR Implementation: Insights from waste management, compliance experts, producers, and local authorities.
Material-Specific Focus and Challenges: Examining specific material streams and the unique challenges and opportunities they present within the EPR framework.
Case Studies and International Comparisons: Lessons learnt and the approaches being taken by producers in preparation for EPR.

The EPR scheme changes are set to transform how businesses are held accountable for the environmental impact of their packaging. With the new regulations coming into effect soon, it is crucial to understand your obligations and the steps businesses must take to comply.

ESA Working Group | Climate Change
2025-11-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
MEMBER ONLY EVENT Exclusive Members Only Working Group focussing on Climate Change and Net Zero

ZWS Webinar | Food for Thought: Food waste reduction through evidence-based insights
2025-11-12 13:30 - 14:30 | 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.

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!

RECOUP Training Session | The Recyclability of Packaging and Meeting the Needs of the Value Chain
2025-11-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Sherbourne Recycling 255 London Road Coventry CV3 4AR
Let’s 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 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.

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.

ESA Event | ESA Annual Lunch 2025
2025-11-28 | London Marriott Grosvenor Square
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

Booking details can be found below
Individual, Group and Table tickets can be purchased. If you book less that 10 places, please be aware that other guests could be allocated to your table.
We look forward to seeing you at this year Annual Lunch!!!
