The UK's leading event for waste, resource, and recycling is set to return in 2025, taking place from September 17-18 at NEC Birmingham. This expo is a crucial platform for professionals in the waste and resource management industry to engage in discussions on critical topics, discover innovative technologies, and network with peers.

In 2024, RWM welcomed over 9,222 high-level attendees eager to discover cutting-edge technologies and crucial insights that elevated their operations. The event focuses on accelerating change towards a more sustainable planet by promoting the principles of the circular economy. Organized in partnership with leading organizations such as the Chartered Institute of Wastes Management and Environmental Services Association, RWM offers a unique opportunity for attendees to gain valuable insights into the regulatory landscape.

RWM caters to a wide range of professionals across the entire resource supply chain, from large waste management businesses to independent operators, local authorities to industry and manufacturing. With a packed schedule of case studies, seminars, and interactive workshops, there's something for everyone at RWM. The event provides a unique opportunity to connect with industry experts and discover the latest trends in sustainability.

In 2024, RWM saw impressive visitor statistics with over 8,000 active buyers in the waste and resource market and a total of 12,000 visitors. This expo offers an excellent platform for exhibitors and sponsors to meet their target market face-to-face. The exhibition sectors include Waste, Recycling & Disposal Services; Consulting & Professional Services; Collections, Transport & Street Cleaning; and Plant, Machinery & Equipment. Each sector showcases innovative practices in waste management and recycling.

The event also features an extensive agenda with various sessions on topics such as net-zero sustainability, circular economy, energy from waste, decarbonization, water management, contamination land remediation, biodiversity, tech & AI, and brownfield development. Notable speakers include Adrian Whyle from Innovation Specialist and Afiya Howe from Biffa Waste Services.

Attendees can also participate in networking sessions hosted by REA Environment Networking Hub and learn about new technologies that will transform local authority waste collection in 2025. Overall, RWM is an essential event for anyone looking to stay ahead of the game in the waste and resource management industry.