Organics Waste Management Summit 2026

2026 Organics Waste Management Summit From Mandate to Action: Building New Jersey's Circular Organics Economy We're Back at Rutgers! The New Jersey Composting Council and the Rutgers EcoComplex Clean Energy Innovation Center are proud to present the 2026 Organics Waste Management Summit. New Jersey has entered a new era. With the passage of S2426, counties are developing food waste reduction strategies, new processing facilities are coming online, and unprecedented opportunities are emerging to build the infrastructure, markets, partnerships, and financing needed to create a truly circular organics economy. This year's Summit is designed for the people who will make that happen. Whether you're a county official, municipal leader, composter, anaerobic digestion operator, food waste generator, hauler, regulator, engineer, consultant, academic, investor, nonprofit, or sustainability professional, this is the premier event to learn what's next... and to help shape it. This Year's Summit Will Feature Keynote Presentation Tom Szaky, Founder & CEO of TerraCycle One of the world's leading voices on the circular economy will share how bold ideas become scalable solutions and what New Jersey can do to accelerate implementation. Implementing S2426 Hear directly from state agencies, county leaders, and technical experts about what counties need to know as they prepare and implement their Food Waste Reduction Plans. Building the Infrastructure New Jersey Needs Explore organics reuse & recycling technologies, partnerships, permitting approaches, and investments required to expand them statewide. Local Solutions That Deliver Results Discover successful municipal, community, school, and food recovery programs that are already reducing waste while strengthening local economies. Composting Challenges & Emerging Science Learn the latest on PFAS, microplastics, soil health, regulations, and the research shaping the future of compost manufacturing and organics recycling. Renewable Energy & Anaerobic Digestion Hear updates on New Jersey's rapidly growing anaerobic digestion sector and its role in meeting the state's climate and waste reduction goals. Financing the Future A closing plenary focused on the investments needed to move from policy to implementation including public-private partnerships, grants, tax incentives, innovative financing, and new business models More Than a Conference Your registration includes: • Continental breakfast & lunch • Networking reception • Access to all educational sessions • Exhibitor Hall • Opportunities to earn US Composting Council Professional Certification Credits • Rutgers Recycling Continuing Education Credits Space is also limited for the optional Rutgers Composting Facility Tour, available exclusively to registered attendees. EXHIBIT EXHIBIT EXHIBIT!! Visit our growing exhibitor hall to connect with the companies, nonprofits, researchers, equipment manufacturers, consultants, and public agencies helping build New Jersey's organics infrastructure. Interested in exhibiting? Contact us at [email protected] for one of the remaining booths. Whether you're looking for technology, funding partners, operational expertise, or new business relationships, this is where those conversations begin. Register Early and Save Members can attend for under $100!! Discounts for non-members as well. Need to Pay by Purchase Order? No problem. Contact us at [email protected] before registering and we'll be happy to assist. Summit Press Kit link: Coming Soon Frequently Asked Questions Is parking free? Yes! Do you provide food? Yes, your registration will provide you with continental breakfast and lunch, additionally, we will have cookies and coffee through out the day. and parking is FREE! Can I get there via public transportation? Yes Rutgers, New Brunswick is conveniently located off the New Brunswick stop on the NJTransit & Amtrak lines. Rutgers campus buses (F and EE) can bring you over to the Cook Student Center Can the presentations be available to those registered? Yes, all registrants attendees will get copies of the presentations provided What is the Parking Situation? You will receive a parking pass for free parking at least 1 week before the summit Will there be any demonstrations You can sign now for the Rutgers composter demonstration. Stay tuned for possible additional options