New name, expanded scope

As the use of battery-powered consumer goods, industrial and commercial equipment and electric vehicles (EVs) grows worldwide, the volume of discarded batteries continues to increase. However, only a fraction of these batteries and other high-value components are collected and recycled properly.

Also, the generation of other forms of universal waste (UW), such as solar panels, lamps and small electronics, continues to grow, creating additional challenges but also opportunities for responsible materials management and value recovery.

In a world where stored power and green energy play an increasingly vital role, it’s imperative to recycle batteries and other UW to harness their raw material value while also protecting the environment and safeguarding valuable assets.

What was previously the Battery and Critical Metals Recycling Conference is now the Battery and Universal Waste Recycling Conference, broadening our programming scope to the full spectrum of the UW stream. We’ve expanded the focus of our event to better serve recyclers and generators of batteries, solar panels and other UW streams navigating today’s ever-changing regulatory and recovery landscape.

This event, which is June 8-9 at the Sheraton Grand Nashville in Tennessee, brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including recyclers, battery producers, electronics and EV manufacturers, e-scrap processors, legislators and regulators, private equity and more.

The conference delves into the complexities, challenges and opportunities surrounding the recycling of batteries and other forms of UW. From panel discussions on managing material flows to real-world case studies and the latest technological advancements designed to handle the growing UW stream, the Battery and Universal Waste Recycling Conference covers it all.

Explore the agenda and register at www.batteryrecycling conference.com.

This event is co-located with Recycling Today’s sister publication Waste Today’s new event, the Organics Recycling Conference (ORC), June 9-10 at the Sheraton Grand Nashville.

With organics making up nearly two-thirds of the U.S. waste stream, it’s time to rethink their management.

ORC explores the entire value chain, from generation to end markets, connecting those like agricultural producers, construction and demolition operators, food processors, government officials, waste and recycling companies, waste treatment professionals and others who are responsible for waste and environmental management.

The event delivers actionable strategies, real-world case studies and technology insights to advance organics recovery and reduction.

Explore the agenda and register at www.organics recyclingconference.com.