If you work in recycling, solid waste, sustainability, or environmental operations, you know how quickly our field is evolving. New technologies, changing policies, shifting markets, and growing community expectations are reshaping the landscape every day. Staying ahead means staying connected.
That’s exactly what the
2026 MRN/SWANA Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference is all about.
On
Tuesday, June 2, industry professionals from across the region will come together for a full day of learning, networking, and hands-on insights designed to move the Mid-Atlantic forward.
This year’s conference brings together industry leaders, innovators, and subject matter experts for sessions that spark new thinking and offer actionable takeaways. We'll explore a wide range of topics from how today’s economy and recent legislative/regulatory changes are shaping the solid waste and recycling industry to sessions on sustainable cremation, radioactive waste, dirty MRFs, and more. From policy to technology, from operations to programs, the
2026 agenda is built to help you stay ahead of what’s next.
If you’re still wondering whether this conference is for you, here are just a few reasons why it just may be...
You'll come away with...
✔ New (& renewed!) connections with recycling and solid waste professionals from across the Mid Atlantic.
✔ Practical ideas and real-world solutions you can take back to work.
✔ Fresh insights into emerging trends, technologies, and best practices shaping the industry.
✔ Deeper understanding of the policy developments, market shifts, and operational challenges shaping our region.
✔ Direct access to innovative products and services in a dynamic vendor showcase.
Be part of the conversation shaping our region’s future
The future of waste and recycling in the Mid-Atlantic isn’t something we’re waiting for; it’s something we’re building right now. Your voice, your experience, and your ideas are part of that progress.
Join us on June 2 and be at the center of the conversations that will define our next decade.
*Still not sure? Check out the Conference Program here!