EVENTS
2026 AlChE Global Conference on Process Safety
April 12-16, 2026
The 2026 AlChE Global Conference on Process Safety brings together engineers and industry leaders from across the chemical sector to address key operational and safety priorities, offering insights on sustainability, circular strategies, and the impact of short-term investment decisions on long-term outcomes.
Houston, TX
Baker Sustainability Summit
April 22, 2026
Houston, TX
The Baker Institute hosts its second annual Sustainability Summit in Houston, Texas this April alongside the RSC. The Summit convenes researchers, policymakers, thought leaders, and students in discussion of energy, economy, and innovation in the rapidly changing sustainability landscape. The Summit also offers an e-waste drive, providing opportunity to responsibly recycle electronic waste such as laptops, batteries, and phones. Register today to attend.
SIMB 48th Symposium on Biomaterials, Fuels, and Feedstocks
May 3-6, 2026
New Orleans, LA
SIMB hosts the 48th Symposium on Biomaterials, Fuels and Chemicals in New Orleans, bringing together researchers, industry experts, and students to discuss advances in biotechnology and biomanufacturing. RSC member Gregg Beckham speaks as keynote, contributing expertise on plastics upcycling within the broader discussion on sustainable materials innovation.
Join an exclusive gathering of industry leaders, policymakers, and investors for a unique opportunity to connect with the right people in the waste and recycling sector in a premium environment.
Future of Chemical Recycling North America 2026
June 17-18, 2026
Pittsburgh, PA
Following a highly successful launch in New Orleans, ACI is proud to announce the 2026 edition of The Future of Advanced Recycling North America, taking place on the 17th and 18th June 2026 in Pittsburgh, PA. Building on the momentum of the previous event, this year’s conference will bring together the real decision-makers shaping the continent’s circular plastics economy — from established recyclers and polymer producers to investors, brand owners, and policymakers.
Advanced Recycling Summit
2026
Cleveland, OH, USA
Diverse professionals from across the industy attend, including those in the waste management, recycling, petrochemical, polymer manufacturing, and plastic packaging industries as well as brand owners! In 2025, we had nearly 70 different companies present featuring industry leaders like WM, American Chemistry Council, Flexible Packaging Association, ExxonMobil, P&G, Eastman, and more. These companies sent attendees with job titles like the ones below.
Waste Leadership Summit
June 8-10, 2026
Washington, DC