Summer Environmental Conference 2025
Burton Upon Trent
Our Summer Environmental Conference is returning for 2025! A two-day event designed for professionals driving innovation and sustainability in the environmental and waste management sectors.
This event has now passed, read up on the success of the event here!
Join us at SOCOTEC Headquarters, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, for two impactful days of expert insights, networking, and hands-on experiences.
DAY ONE
Street Works & Environmental Infrastructure
Date: Wednesday, 13 August 2025
Location: SOCOTEC Headquarters, Burton on Trent
This day is tailored for utilities companies, contractors, and local authorities looking to stay ahead in the evolving environmental landscape.
Highlights include:
- In-depth exploration of the Street Works UK Protocol
- Panel discussions and debates on infrastructure and compliance
- Expert presentations from industry leaders
- Guided tours of our state-of-the-art laboratories
- Networking opportunities with peers and specialists
Date: Wednesday, 13 August 2025
Location: SOCOTEC Headquarters, Burton on Trent
This day is tailored for utilities companies, contractors, and local authorities looking to stay ahead in the evolving environmental landscape.
Highlights include:
- In-depth exploration of the Street Works UK Protocol
- Panel discussions and debates on infrastructure and compliance
- Expert presentations from industry leaders
- Guided tours of our state-of-the-art laboratories
- Networking opportunities with peers and specialists
Day One Panel
Clive Bairsto CBE
Chief Executive, Street Works UK
Seb Love
Chief Technical Officer, SoilDri
Mark Whittaker
Head of Works Quality & Management Systems, Cadent Gas Limited
Dan Macey
Director of Strategic Growth, SoilDri
Will Rundle
Managing Director, Nexus ReGen
Stacey Ottewill
Compliance Manager, SOCOTEC
Sharon Palmer
Head of Environment & Sustainability, Clancy
DAY TWO
Waste Derived Fuels
Date: Thursday, 14 August 2025
Location: SOCOTEC Headquarters, Burton on Trent
A must-attend for professionals passionate about sustainability, circular economy, and waste-to-energy innovation.
What to expect:
- Panel discussions on the latest waste-to-energy trends
- Debates on circular economy practices
- Presentations on cutting-edge recycling technologies
- Exclusive lab tours showcasing our latest innovations
- Networking with like-minded professionals
Ideal for:
- Waste Management Professionals
- Energy from Waste Specialists
- Material Recycling Facility Operators
- Waste Exporters
- Wood Recycling Experts
- Refuse Derived Fuel Producers
- Solid Biofuels Innovators
Date: Thursday, 14 August 2025
Location: SOCOTEC Headquarters, Burton on Trent
A must-attend for professionals passionate about sustainability, circular economy, and waste-to-energy innovation.
What to expect:
- Panel discussions on the latest waste-to-energy trends
- Debates on circular economy practices
- Presentations on cutting-edge recycling technologies
- Exclusive lab tours showcasing our latest innovations
- Networking with like-minded professionals
Ideal for:
- Waste Management Professionals
- Energy from Waste Specialists
- Material Recycling Facility Operators
- Waste Exporters
- Wood Recycling Experts
- Refuse Derived Fuel Producers
- Solid Biofuels Innovators
Day Two Panel
Trevor Worrall
Senior Business Development Manager - Air & Emissions, SOCOTEC UK
Arron Butta
General Manager, Waste Management Services, Hargreaves
Andrew Gadd
Founder of Footprint Services
Paul Walker
Senior Development & Technical Specialist, SOCOTEC UK
Simon Lowe
Commercial Director, Wilshees Waste & Recycling Ltd
Andrew Olie
Director, Monksleigh Limited
Simon Rudd
Business Development Manager, Analysis & Waste Composition, SOCOTEC
Anna Willetts
Partner, Gunnercooke
Tanya Chadha
Legal Director, Holman Fenwick Willan
Alexander Juilenne
Associate, Holman Fenwick Willan
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