California Land Recycling Conference

The California Land Recycling Conference (CALRC) is set to take place at the Crowne Plaza Foster City-San Mateo in San Mateo, California, marking its 7th annual meeting. This year's event, scheduled from September 29 to October 1, 2026, promises to be an exciting opportunity for professionals and stakeholders in the field of land recycling, particularly focusing on brownfields. The conference organizers have incorporated feedback from previous attendees to enhance the experience, moving the event to the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, which is known for its innovation and diverse community engagement. This change aims to draw in new audiences and share a wider array of case studies that reflect the complexities and successes of land recycling initiatives.Attendees can look forward to a variety of dynamic and engaging sessions, including a new format called 'The Dig: True Stories from the Brownfield Trenches,' which emphasizes fast-paced storytelling about real-life brownfield experiences. This innovative approach aims to inspire and educate participants through compelling narratives. Additionally, the conference will host webinars such as 'Blueprint for Success: Crafting Compelling Brownfields Job Training Grant Applications' and 'Procurement 2.0: Navigating the Latest Updates to EPA Procurement Requirements,' featuring insights from experts like Joelle Greenland, Senior Planning Consultant and Founder of Green Lands Consulting. The event will also include presentations at the Alaska Tribal Conference on Environmental Management, where CCLR will showcase four sessions dedicated to brownfield reuse, addressing essential topics from visioning to funding and community resilience. CCLR is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that those unable to pay the fee can still participate through grant funding aimed at developing training programs for underemployed residents, furthering the conference's mission of equitable community revitalization.