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SWS Vienna GREEN 2026: Green Sciences for Green Life

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SWS Vienna GREEN is an international scientific conference bringing together researchers, academics and students working on environmental science and sustainable technologies. Its interdisciplinary programme covers biodiversity, climate change, water resources, forest ecosystems, clean energy, sustainable agriculture, pollution prevention, recycling and green building technologies. Oral presentations, posters, workshops and virtual participation provide opportunities to share research and explore practical responses to environmental challenges.

7th PCI Energy Days

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The 7th PCI Energy Days brings together national administrations, regulators, grid operators, project developers, industry, civil society and financiers to discuss the development of European energy infrastructure. The programme focuses on Projects of Common Interest and Projects of Mutual Interest, highlighting how cross-border infrastructure and investment can support the EU’s 2030 climate and energy targets. Sessions and networking opportunities address practical challenges in building and modernising energy networks.

Symbiosis in Action: Scaling Bio-based Business Models Across Europe

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This final conference of the European SYMBIO and SYMBA projects explores how industrial symbiosis can help scale sustainable bio-based business models. Policymakers, researchers and industry representatives will discuss ways to improve resource efficiency, connect industrial value chains and increase the adoption of circular bio-based solutions. The programme will also examine policy recommendations, cross-project collaboration and methods for replicating successful approaches across European regions.

EDANA Sustainability & Policy Forum 2026

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The EDANA Sustainability & Policy Forum examines how the nonwovens industry can accelerate circularity and respond to changing sustainability regulations. Under the theme Nonwovens for a Circular Future, the event brings together manufacturers, innovators, policymakers, researchers, NGOs and other value-chain stakeholders. Discussions address circular materials, the bioeconomy, material innovation and regulatory developments, with an emphasis on turning sustainability challenges into practical business and policy solutions.

Re-Value Final Forum: Urban Waterfronts in Transition

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The Re-Value Final Forum brings together representatives from nine European waterfront cities, EU policymakers, urban planners, architects, researchers and other practitioners to discuss sustainable urban transformation. The programme showcases approaches to climate-neutral waterfront redevelopment, inclusive urban planning, environmental resilience and integrated design. Participants will exchange practical lessons on translating climate ambitions into more sustainable and liveable urban environments.

2026 ISWA World Congress

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The ISWA World Congress brings together the international waste and resource-management community to explore solutions for reducing waste, improving resource recovery and advancing the circular economy. The programme addresses waste-management policy, biowaste treatment, waste-to-energy, the economics of resource management and the role of effective waste systems in protecting public health and the environment. It offers opportunities for international knowledge exchange and collaboration between industry, government and research professionals.

Wingspan Conference 2026

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Wingspan 2026 explores how renewable energy infrastructure can be developed while protecting biodiversity and ecosystems. The conference brings together conservationists, scientists, electricity-grid operators, renewable-energy developers and policymakers to exchange practical solutions for nature-positive energy infrastructure. Topics include protecting birds and other wildlife around electricity grids and wind farms, biodiversity mitigation technologies and collaboration between energy and conservation stakeholders. A field excursion showcases practical nature-protection measures.

Sustainable Commodities and Landscapes Forum 2026

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The Sustainable Commodities and Landscapes Forum brings together more than 200 senior supply-chain and sustainability professionals to address climate resilience, nature and biodiversity risks, security of supply and changing sustainability regulations. Discussions examine how businesses can adapt sourcing strategies, protect landscapes and strengthen the resilience of global commodity supply chains, including cocoa, coffee, palm oil, soy and timber.

20th SET Plan Conference

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The 20th Strategic Energy Technology Plan (SET Plan) Conference brings together European and national policymakers, investors, industry representatives and researchers to discuss how clean energy technologies can strengthen Europe’s competitiveness while advancing climate neutrality. The programme covers industrial decarbonisation, offshore energy, clean energy manufacturing, sustainable heating and cooling, non-fossil flexibility, and innovation in energy systems

Renewable Hydrogen Summit 2026

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The Renewable Hydrogen Summit brings together policymakers, business leaders and investors to accelerate the deployment of renewable hydrogen across Europe. Discussions focus on creating demand, expanding infrastructure, mobilising investment and shaping the regulatory frameworks needed to scale renewable hydrogen and its derivatives. The programme also explores energy security, industrial decarbonisation and the role of renewable fuels in hard-to-electrify sectors such as aviation and shipping.