The World Recycling Convention “Recycling Week 2024”, is an international event that brings together experts and professionals from around the world to discuss the latest developments, challenges, and solutions in waste management and recycling. The conference, scheduled to take place on 28-30 October 2024, in Rome, Italy. It promises to bring together an array of dedicated professionals and visionaries from various corners of the world. Among the attendees will be recycling specialists, environmental engineers, recycling experts, wastewater treatment researchers, climate scientists, and industry delegates, all converging under one roof with a shared purpose: to champion the cause of sustainability.
Speakers will have a unique opportunity to present their recent developments to a wide and relevant audience including exchange and networking with stakeholders along the whole recycling industry experts. Meet more than 130 expert speakers sharing, the latest research, key industry insights, and new recycling innovations.
The 21st century poses enormous ecological challenges for humanity. A rapidly growing world population, the rapid increase in levels of material wealth in emerging economies and our economic and lifestyle practices are permanently increasing the pressure exerted on our planet. The “planetary limits” defined by science have already been exceeded many times and thus severely threaten our ecological livelihood.
The sharp rise in the use and consumption of resources is creating considerable environmental burdens. Around 50% of greenhouse gas emissions and more than 90% of biodiversity loss and water stress are attributable to resource extraction and processing. The production of steel, cement, plastics, paper and aluminium alone causes 36% of all global greenhouse emissions. The reduction of resource consumption, waste and emissions therefore has a special importance within the context of sustainable development and climate protection. The realisation requires a fundamental transformation from the linear “take-make-use-waste” economy to a circular economy.
Waste recycling and recovery in Italy has been growing steadily over the years as the country has made significant efforts to promote waste management and environmental sustainability. With the highest recycling rate amongst European Union member states, Italy recycled more than 80 percent of its waste in 2020. Italy plastic recycling market stood at 2.05 Million Tonnes in 2020 and is forecast to reach 3.51 Million Tonnes by 2030, growing at a healthy CAGR of 5.76% until 2030. Whereas, the Europe recycled paper market is expected to reach US$ 9,356.8 million by 2028 from US$ 7,400.5 million in 2021.
The Recycling Week 2024 is the most important annual event concerning the promising topic of recycling challenges and solutions, and this year’s programme is once again to set new standards in the fields of recycling, waste management, sustainable development and economy. There will be a variety of interesting presentations, exhibitions and post event tours, as well as fruitful conversations and discussions.
Here are some reasons why you need to attend a recycling industry event this year:
- Engage with high-level keynotes focusing on the latest policies, including national waste reduction strategies and efforts to improve recycling rates.
- Learn from best practice case studies covering various topics, such as managing contaminated waste, handling commercial waste, and collaborative efforts to enhance recycling efficiency.
- Network with speakers and senior colleagues from diverse sectors within the public domain.
- Make new business connections with new suppliers, customers, and partners
- Conferences serve as a vital platform to stay updated on the latest advancements, enabling you to integrate cutting-edge technologies into your work.
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