2026 Conferences and Events
CDRA Conference & Tradeshow
- Saddlebrook Resort, Tampa, FL
- January 27-29, 2026
- https://www.cdraconference.com/
The construction materials and demolition debris (C&D) industry's leading annual Conference and Exhibition, C&D World, was held for three days. The C&D recycling community collaborated and shared our industry's latest advancements.
Lawn & Landscape Business Builders Summit
- Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, Nashville, TN
- May 20-21, 2026
- https://www.llbusinessbuilderssummit.com
The Lawn & Landscape Business Builders Summit is a unique event for landscapers with a growth mindset to network with and learn from those who have that same mindset. These are executives who want to learn how to get their companies to the next level through different methods.
Battery and Universal Waste Recycling Conference
- Sheraton Grand Nashville, Nashville, TN
- June 8-9, 2026
- https://www.batteryrecyclingconference.com
The Battery and Critical Metals Recycling Conference provides a unique opportunity for all stakeholders to gather to discuss the issues and opportunities presented by end-of-life batteries. Thought leaders from across North America and the world will gather for this full day of discussion.
Organics Recycling Conference
- Sheraton Grand Nashville, Nashville, TN
- June 9-10, 2026
- https://www.organicsrecyclingconference.com/
At the ORC, industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers come together to discover new and innovative methods for diverting more organic waste from landfills, determine which streams are the easiest and hardest to access and identify ways to take this material to its highest and best use.
Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference
- Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Scottsdale, AZ
- July 22-24, 2026
- https://www.lltechconference.com
The Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference is the only industry conference dedicated exclusively to education and exhibits focused on technology in the green industry. It’s the one conference where professionals convene for education, innovation, and partnership-building opportunities.
Scrap Expo
- Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY
- September 9-10, 2026
- https://www.scrapexpo.net
Scrap Expo is a unique event designed especially for scrap metal dealers & processors, auto dismantlers and others handling and preparing ferrous and nonferrous scrap.
MRF & Recycling Plant Operations Forum
- Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, IL
- October 26-27, 2026
- https://opsforum.recyclingtodayevents.com
Designed especially for those seeking to optimize the operations of their plants, the MRF Operations Forum will provide unique insights unlike any other industry event.
Paper and Plastics Recycling Conference
- Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, IL
- October 28-29, 2026
- https://paperplasticsna.recyclingtodayevents.com
The annual Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference brings together collection and processing operators, paper mills and plastics consumers, equipment vendors, state and local recycling officials and other professionals . The event covers collection, processing, and production of new products in the recycling supply chain.
Waste Today Corporate Growth Conference
- Fairmont Chicago, Chicago, IL
- November 18-19, 2026
- https://www.wastetodayevents.com
Waste Today’s Corporate Growth Conference is a uniquely informative event designed for operators and investors across the environmental services industry. Operators in the waste management, specialty waste, recycling and waste and cleaning services business as well as investment bankers, private equity firms, venture capitalists, family offices, banks and other financial market participants will all benefit from attending.