ISWA World Congress 2026 - Create Legacy

09.11.2026 - 11.11.2026 | London, UK

ISWA and The Chartered Institute of Waste Management (CIWM) will proudly host the 2026 ISWA World Congress in London, UK, taking place from 09 – 11 November 2026.

The ISWA World Congress returns to London for the first time in 45 years, bringing together the global waste management community’s most influential decision-makers in one of the world’s most prestigious cities. This once-in-a-generation gathering represents an unparalleled commercial opportunity to connect with industry leaders, showcase innovation, and secure partnerships that drive business growth.
 
The 2026 ISWA World Congress motto is "Create Legacy”, focusing on 5 key themes:

  • Human Rights: every individual should be free from any harmful effects of waste
  • Political Commitment: ensuring continuous improvement in waste management service provision and recognising its societal importance
  • Waste Planning: designing and delivering viable solutions for national and local contexts
  • The economics of waste and resource management: essential investment to realise wider socio-economic benefits
  • Circular Economy: prioritising a transition to more circular economies by 2050

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