The conference will bring together diverse stakeholders to share knowledge, strategies, and resources for the remediation and sustainable redevelopment of contaminated properties, fostering economic growth and environmental restoration.
The National Brownfields Training Conference, taking place August 5-8, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago, serves as the premier event for stakeholders in brownfields remediation and redevelopment. Bringing together professionals from government, industry, and community organizations, the conference offers an extensive program of 180+ sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees will learn about cutting-edge technologies, financial strategies, and best practices to address the challenges of cleaning up and repurposing contaminated properties, fostering sustainable development and environmental protection.
The conference is designed for a wide audience, including environmental consultants, developers, attorneys, engineers, and policymakers, as well as community leaders seeking to spur economic growth and restore public health through brownfields projects. Highlights include interactive sessions, a vibrant exhibit hall showcasing federal agencies and private sector solutions, and mobile workshops offering firsthand views of successful site transformations. These features provide invaluable opportunities for attendees to exchange knowledge, forge partnerships, and earn continuing education credits.
Returning to Chicago for the first time since 2015, the event will spotlight the city’s commitment to environmental progress and economic development. Participants can explore Chicago through curated tours and workshops while gaining insights from experts and decision-makers. By convening a diverse group of professionals and emphasizing collaboration, the National Brownfields Training Conference continues to play a critical role in advancing brownfields redevelopment and promoting sustainable land use across the United States.
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From Brownfields to Community Assets: A Conference on Land Revitalization
The 2025 California Land Recycling Conference (CALRC) will convene experts in Carson, CA, from September 16-18 to discuss brownfield redevelopment, sustainability, and equitable land reuse, with session proposals open until March 31, 2025.
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