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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 UTC | 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

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.

NERF Event | North East Public Sector Sustainable & Social Value Supplier Event
2026-03-24 08:30 - 16:30 | Banqueting Hall Civic Centre Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8QH
The 6th Annual North East Public Sector Sustainable & Social Value Supplier Event will be bringing together procurement leads, NHS Trusts, local authorities and suppliers to explore practical ways of delivering low-carbon, socially responsible supply chains.

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.

edie 26
2026-03-25 - 2026-03-26 | Business Design Centre, London
Experience the UK’s longest-running and most impactful sustainable business event!
Now entering its 16th year, edie 26 builds on the success of edie 25, with 83% of attendees stating the event will have a direct, positive impact on their organisation’s sustainability strategy, and 92% saying they feel more energised to drive positive change as a result of attending.
Every aspect of the edie 26 event has been elevated, from the deeper, action-focused discussions across our themed stages to the all-new Collaboration Hub, centred at the heart of the show floor. In a packed calendar of climate and sustainability events, edie 26 is the collaborative experience not to be missed.
Held at the iconic, B Corp-certified Business Design Centre in London, edie 26 will deliver its most expansive programme yet, with award-winning content spread across seven themed stages – Climate, Nature & Cities, Energy, Buildings & Transport, Circularity & Supply Chains, Engagement & Reporting, Innovation & Transformation, Leadership Skills and edie Extra.
New sponsorship opportunities available. Take a look – https://bit.ly/443VQhu
ESA Members get 15% off your registration using our code ESA15.

Joint ESA Strategy & Working Group | Health and Safety
2026-03-26 10:00 - 14:30 | Suez Severnside ERF, Brisol BS10 7GB
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY JOINT STRATEGY & WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Joint Strategy & Working Group focussing on Health and Safety.
If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Stephen Freeland

ESS Expo Webinar | Private Equity Investment in the UK Waste Sector: Opportunities for Operators and Investors
2026-03-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Online
This webinar explores the current and emerging landscape for private equity investment across the UK waste sector. We will explore why private equity is increasingly active in the sector, where investment is being directed, and what makes a waste business attractive to external capital.
The session will examine the fragmented nature of the UK waste market and the drivers behind ongoing consolidation.

ESS Expo Webinar | Private Equity Investment in the UK Waste Sector: Opportunities for Operators and Investors
2026-03-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Online
This webinar explores the current and emerging landscape for private equity investment across the UK waste sector. We will explore why private equity is increasingly active in the sector, where investment is being directed, and what makes a waste business attractive to external capital.
The session will examine the fragmented nature of the UK waste market and the drivers behind ongoing consolidation. We will highlight some of the most successful consolidators of recent years and consider how scale, operational efficiency and strategic positioning are being used to unlock value.

KVI / ISWA Webinar | From conclusions to action: How the outcomes of this study should inform future waste management policy in Europe?
2026-03-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
This webinar will provide a strategic discussion on the key messages emerging from the Prognos/Ifeu study on methane emissions from Europe’s landfills and explore their implications for future waste management policy.

ESA Working Group | Dry Recyclables
2026-04-15 10:30 - 12:30 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on Dry Recyclable Waste. If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Patrick Brighty

Letsrecycle Event | Masters of Waste Golf Day 2026
2026-04-16 | The Oxfordshire, Rycote Ln, Milton Common, Thame OX9 2PU
Come and join letsrecycle.com for the 15th year of the Masters of Waste Golf Day at The Oxfordshire Golf Club on the 16th April – regarded by many as the most prestigious golfing event in the environmental calendar!

ESA Working Group | WEEE & Batteries
2026-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY WORKING GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Working Group focussing on WEEE and Batteries. If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Patrick Brighty

DEFRA Webinar | Industry Opportunities with the Circular Economy Directorate Session
2026-04-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Online

ESA Strategy Group | Zero Carbon
2026-04-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
EXCLUSIVE BOARD MEMBER ONLY STRATEGY GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Strategy Group focussing on the Zero Carbon remit of the Association. If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out to Charlotte Rule

ESA Strategy Group | Health and Safety
2026-04-21 09:00 - 10:30 | Online
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER ONLY STRATEGY GROUP
This is an exclusive Member Only Strategy Group focussing on Health and Safety. If you are a member and wish to join the group, please reach out in the normal ways

RECOUP Lunchtime Webinar | Future of reuse
2026-04-22 12:00 - 12:30 | Online
Join RECOUP for an engaging lunchtime session where they bring together the UK’s pioneers in reusable packaging to explore what reuse systems could look like over the next 10–20 years.
The webinar will dive into what it takes to make reuse work in the real world today while also giving space to imagine the ambitious, circular future we’re all working toward.

RICS Webinar | UK&I Minerals & Waste Management Conference
2026-04-23 08:30 - 17:00 | Leicester Marriott Hotel, Grove Park, Smith Way, Leicester LE19 1SW, United Kingdom
The Minerals & Waste Management Conference brings together surveyors, advisors, policymakers and other industry stakeholders for a timely update on the issues shaping the future of the minerals and waste sector in the UK.
With the UK’s Critical Minerals Strategy now firmly embedded in national policy, the conference offers essential intelligence on its implications for domestic extraction, development and supply chain resilience. Alongside this, the programme addresses the regulatory and operational challenges facing waste management, including Landfill Tax, compliance obligations, waste crime and the transition towards more sustainable, circular practices.

SUEZ Webinar | Building social value through circular innovation
2026-04-23 10:00 - 10:30 | Online
Join SUEZ’s exclusive webinar to explore how organisations are embedding circular economy principles into their operations to generate measurable social value.

Extending impact beyond operations – embedding reuse and social value into procurement, partnerships, and daily business activities
Activating communities – delivering meaningful local impact through collaboration, from hospitality to education and beyond
Scaling circular solutions – turning pilot initiatives into national programmes that drive consistency and measurable outcomes
Empowering future talent – supporting students, schools, and training programmes with real-world resources and challenges

ESA Working Group | Energy from Waste (EfW)
2026-04-23 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

WEET Forum Event | Next steps for zero emission vehicles in England, Scotland and Wales
2026-04-27 | Online
This conference will focus on next steps for the transition to zero emission vehicles in the UK.
The agenda will bring out latest thinking on key issues relating to uptake and support for delivery. Delegates will examine policy and regulatory approaches in the context of priorities for consumers, manufacturers, and others with an interest in the sector.
