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Welcome to the Waste Consulting & Professional Services sector at ESS Expo, where you can find services designed to help businesses develop and implement sustainability strategies.

With a focus on environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility, the sector highlights the latest trends and best practices for enhancing environmental performance, improving zero waste practices, and conserving natural resources.

Attendees can engage with leading experts and professionals to gain valuable insights into emerging sustainability trends, technologies, and practices. With a focus on driving environmental progress through consulting and professional services, ESS provides a valuable platform for businesses to learn, collaborate, and explore new opportunities for growth and sustainability.

Waste Consulting & Professional Services Agenda

Discover our dynamic agenda, featuring a diverse array of topics like Resources, Waste Management, Recycling, and the Circular Economy.

Our programme includes insightful presentations from industry leaders and researchers in eco-friendly solutions, environmental policy, and green technology - delving into key areas such as reducing carbon footprints, advancing recycling methods, and strategies for zero Waste and sustainability. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enrich our program for 2024 with thought leaders and experts.

Summit Stage

Sponsored by

suez

    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Biodiversity
    Summit Stage
    Mike Gunton, Creative Director of the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, has more than four decades o ...
    • Professional Services
    • Waste & Recycling
    Summit Stage
    Following on from the Environment Agency's presentation at RWM 2023 in Local Authority lounge discus ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Biodiversity
    • Decarbonisation
    Summit Stage
     
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Biodiversity
    Summit Stage
    This panel discussion at the Environmental Services and Solutions Expo tackles Biodiversity Net Gain ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Brownfield Development
    • Decarbonisation
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Energy from Waste
    • Water Management
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    Summit Stage
     
Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
Sponsored by
juno
    • Decarbonisation
    • Energy from Waste
    • Waste & Recycling
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    a. There is a lot of recyclable material going to landfills and incinerators b. Waste incineration b ...
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Circular Economy
    • Sustainability
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    This panel discussion at the Environmental Services and Solutions Expo brings together sustainabilit ...
    • Tech & AI
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Circular Economy
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    Nick Stillwell is renowned for his innovative approach to recycling, particularly in developing mach ...
    • Professional Services
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Decarbonisation
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    The ever-evolving sustainability landscape presents both challenges and opportunities for businesses ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    As the demand for sustainable packaging grows, the use of post-consumer resin (PCR) high-density pol ...
    • Professional Services
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Circular Economy
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    Ethical sourcing and responsible procurement are no longer optional in today's world. Our "Responsib ...
Municipal Stage
Sponsored by
bartec
    • Decarbonisation
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Municipal Stage
    AI is revolutionising various aspects of our lives and our session will showcase how we have reimagi ...
    • Tech & AI
    • Waste & Recycling
    Municipal Stage
     
    • Decarbonisation
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Municipal Stage
    This session will look into how everyone within all sectors of Logistics and especially the Waste in ...
    • Energy from Waste
    • Circular Economy
    • Decarbonisation
    • Waste & Recycling
    Municipal Stage
    Food waste is a major environmental and economic issue. This Expo session tackles it head-on, empowe ...
    • Biodiversity
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Professional Services
    • Brownfield Development
    • Decarbonisation
    Municipal Stage
    In urbanised environments of today, greening solutions are needed to maintain air quality, citizen w ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Municipal Stage
    The presentation will focus on: 1) How Wales became third in the world on household waste recycling; ...
Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
Sponsored by
grundon
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Professional Services
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
    The environment sector needs passionate professionals to tackle critical challenges. This session ex ...
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Professional Services
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
    This session will launch the findings of a joint Groundwork and Environmental Services & Solutions E ...
    • Professional Services
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
     
    • Biodiversity
    • Net-Zero
    • Circular Economy
    • Sustainability
    • Professional Services
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
    This interactive session dives into attracting and developing talent for the environmental sector. T ...
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Circular Economy
    • Professional Services
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
    Are you the sustainbaility lead in your organsiation? Or working to engage clients in sustainability ...
Materials & Markets Stage
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Materials & Markets Stage
     
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Circular Economy
    Materials & Markets Stage
    The panel will explore how government policies could impact the future of the UK waste wood sector a ...
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Circular Economy
    • Tech & AI
    Materials & Markets Stage
    Gaspard will share how real-world MRFs and PRFs adapt to ever-changing material flows and market con ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    Materials & Markets Stage
    Throughout the past two years, the British Metals Recycling Association has been implementing tools ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Tech & AI
    • Waste & Recycling
    Materials & Markets Stage
    The SGM X-Ray Fluorescence Back Scattering sorter (XRF-BS) allows the customers to process the alumi ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Materials & Markets Stage
    This session will provide an overview of the UK Plastic recycling industry now and the challenges an ...
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Materials & Markets Stage
    Join us at RWM for a captivating session on “Sustainability with Spark Detection and Moisture Measur ...
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Materials & Markets Stage
    Fire hazards in waste recycling facilities pose significant safety and environmental threats due to ...
Packaging & EPR Stage

Sponsored by

valpak

    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    This lively debate features representatives from both brands and recyclers, exploring the shared cha ...
    • Decarbonisation
    • Waste & Recycling
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    In this panel discussion, our expert speakers will explore how Chemical Recycling technologies break ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Professional Services
    Packaging & EPR Stage
     
    • Circular Economy
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    Why do businesses need to start thinking now about reuse/refill systems? How will we scale up and ac ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    This panel discussion, chaired by Robyn Macpherson from the University of Birmingham, and drawing on ...
Environment Networking Hub
Sponsored by
wastepack
    • Decarbonisation
    • Waste & Recycling
    Environment Networking Hub
    A networking session for REA members to hear the latest Organics updates.
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Environment Networking Hub
     
    • Net-Zero
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Environment Networking Hub
     
    • Circular Economy
    Environment Networking Hub
     
Summit Stage

Sponsored by

suez

    • Decarbonisation
    • Professional Services
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    Summit Stage
    The year 2024 has been a turning point for the environment and sustainability. This panel discussion ...
    • Biodiversity
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Summit Stage
    The waste management sector is experiencing a major transformation. Our "Leaders in Waste" panel dis ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Decarbonisation
    • Tech & AI
    Summit Stage
    The environmental services sector is on the verge of an AI revolution! This panel discussion at the ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    • Decarbonisation
    Summit Stage
    As NHS Trusts face significant resource constraints and ambitious sustainability targets, waste supp ...
Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
Sponsored by
juno
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    • Energy from Waste
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    There is a lot of recyclable material going to landfills and incinerators Waste incineration bans do ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    This session looking at the power of consumer choice, will explore this growing trend within the env ...
    • Water Management
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Brownfield Development
    • Circular Economy
    • Contamination
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    This session will explore the rise of PFAS contamination, why this is creating issues for manufactur ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    Zero Waste Scotland presents an exploration of policy and themes from north of the border, including ...
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Circular Economy
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    Drawing on decades of experience, Andy will demystify the circular economy and provide simple tips o ...
    • Professional Services
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Brownfield Development
    Circular Economy & Sustainability Stage
    Our cities, buildings, and infrastructure have a significant environmental footprint. This critical ...
Municipal Stage
Sponsored by
bartec
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Municipal Stage
    AI is just one example of technology innovations that will start to come of age within local governm ...
    • Circular Economy
    Municipal Stage
     
    • Decarbonisation
    • Professional Services
    • Sustainability
    • Energy from Waste
    Municipal Stage
    How can local authorities prepare for what is the biggest challenge facing them in recent years? Thi ...
    • Professional Services
    • Waste & Recycling
    Municipal Stage
    We, as are you, are aware that waste collection and management is not an easy job. Whether you’re a ...
    • Net-Zero
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    Municipal Stage
    Serco supports some of the largest councils in the UK, providing a range of outsourced services. Ove ...
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Professional Services
    Municipal Stage
    We are fast approaching a contract expiry ‘peak’ for private finance initiatives, including many in ...
Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
Sponsored by
grundon
    • Professional Services
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
    This panel discussion brings together diverse experts to explore the importance of representation an ...
    • Professional Services
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
     
    • Net-Zero
    • Professional Services
    • Sustainability
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
    'Green skills' as a term are still making their way to young people's education. However, the demand ...
    • Brownfield Development
    • Professional Services
    • Net-Zero
    • Water Management
    • Sustainability
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Green Skills & Future Talent Stage
     
Materials & Markets Stage
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Materials & Markets Stage
    We'll introduce fully automated smart sortation and the innovative practices shaping the next genera ...
  1. Materials & Markets Stage
     
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Sustainability
    • Tech & AI
    Materials & Markets Stage
    As greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, driven by human consumption, so does the temperature o ...
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Materials & Markets Stage
    The use of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries has become increasingly prevalent in many aspects of moder ...
    • Professional Services
    • Land Remediation
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Brownfield Development
    Materials & Markets Stage
     
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Materials & Markets Stage
    Summary of upcoming changes to the UK’s WEEE Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system and diver ...
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Tech & AI
    Materials & Markets Stage
    Leo will talk about their plants and how they use the Eldan products, the story behind it and the co ...
Packaging & EPR Stage

Sponsored by

valpak

    • Decarbonisation
    • Net-Zero
    • Professional Services
    • Sustainability
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    Looking to shout about the great work you do but unsure where to start? It’s easy if you first ask y ...
    • Professional Services
    • Waste & Recycling
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    The future of the UK’s recycling solutions for packaging is in its own hands, but are we letting sli ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    • Decarbonisation
    • Net-Zero
    • Sustainability
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    The EPR policy, putting more responsibility on manufacturers for their products' lifecycle, is resha ...
    • Sustainability
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Packaging & EPR Stage
    Reverse vending is being used across a number of countries as part of a deposit return scheme (DRS). ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Packaging & EPR Stage
     
Environment Networking Hub
Sponsored by
wastepack
    • Decarbonisation
    • Sustainability
    • Net-Zero
    Environment Networking Hub
    This dynamic panel discussion brings together leading women in the environmental sector to share the ...
    • Circular Economy
    • Waste & Recycling
    Environment Networking Hub
     
    • Land Remediation
    • Contamination
    • Brownfield Development
    Environment Networking Hub
     

 

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Sustainability consulting firms | Environmental engineering firms | Renewable energy consultants  | Waste management consultants | Carbon management consultants | Sustainable supply chain management firms | Corporate sustainability strategy consultants | Environmental and social impact assessment firms | Environmental law and compliance firms | Green marketing and communication agencies | Recruitment | Financial services | Insurance | Health & Safety | Universities | Education | Research


 

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