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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

Be Waste Wise Webinar | Circular Economy: Reality or Dream?
2026-02-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Join Be Waste Wise to share your thoughts, have your questions addressed, and let us assess the progress made and the progress we expect to make in 2026. Which materials are most conducive to circular systems, and what must key stakeholders do to advance them?

DESNZ Event | The East Coast Cluster Teesside Selection Process event registration
2026-03-02 10:00 - 2026-03-03 12:00 | TBA
DESNZ invites organisations to register their interest in a March 2026 engagement session introducing the ECC Teesside Selection Process.

DESNZ is hosting a launch engagement session on w/c 02nd March 2026 to introduce the ECC Teesside Selection Process for carbon capture projects. Published alongside the ECC Teesside guidance on 05 February 2026, this engagement invites organisations to register their interest in attending.
Once organisations have registered their interest, DESNZ will share further details about the session — including timings, joining instructions, and confirmation of whether the event will be held virtually or face‑to‑face.
Participants will also be able to submit questions in advance through a dedicated Microsoft Forms link, enabling DESNZ to tailor the session and address priority areas for industry.
By registering their interest, organisations will receive all relevant updates and supporting information. This engagement session is intended to help prospective applicants understand the requirements of the ECC Teesside Selection Process and prepare effectively as the process opens
Submit Questions in Advance
To help us focus on areas of greatest interest, please submit questions or discussion points in advance using the Microsoft Forms link.

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

Defra Webinar | Management of Waste Batteries and Extended Producer Responsibility (Waste Operators)
2026-03-05 14:00 - 15:30 | Online

Be Waste Wise Webinar | Smart Packaging & RFID: Digital Solutions for a Circular Economy
2026-03-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
This webinar explores how RFID and digital product packaging enable real-time tracking of materials across the product lifecycle—from production and use to collection, recycling, and compliance reporting.

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 ROI / 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.

CIWM London & Southern Counties Webinar | Rethinking Waste: The Rise of Insect-Powered Resource Recovery
2026-03-12 13:30 - 14:30 | Online
Join CIWM London and Southern Counties for this insightful webinar as they explore the changing landscape of resource recovery.

NWRF Meeting - 1 year on!
2026-03-18 09:30 - 13:30 | Renew Hub – R4GM/SUEZ, Nash Road, Stretford, M17 1SX
Join the next NWRF meeting on the 18th March back where it all began, the Renew Hub!
Huge thank you to Suez for sponsoring this event
The NWRF have a great agenda planned which will be shared soon. Spaces are booking up fast, book your free place to avoid missing out.

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
