Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS Expo)
Date: 16-17 September 2026
Location: NEC, Birmingham
Opening Times: 09:30 – 16:30
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS Expo) is the UK’s largest event dedicated to environmental services, technology and the circular economy. Bringing together the industries driving sustainability forward, ESS Expo connects professionals across resource management, recycling, energy, water, air quality, land remediation, geotechnical engineering, and everything in between.
Championing innovation and collaboration, ESS Expo showcases the latest technologies, solutions and strategies driving progress within environmental services. From recycling machinery and waste processing technologies to decarbonisation solutions, water management systems and air quality monitoring innovations, the event offers a comprehensive platform for the entire environmental ecosystem.
This is the ultimate meeting place for the sector’s most influential people, organisations and technologies. Network with world-class suppliers, form lucrative new partnerships, discover innovative products and services, and connect with the decision-makers shaping the future of environmental services.
Whether you’re a seasoned industry professional or exploring the sector for the first time, we look forward to welcoming you to two days of networking, knowledge exchange and business opportunities found nowhere else.
Why Attend ESS Expo 2026?
- Discover your next solution
Explore cutting-edge innovations, technologies and initiatives addressing some of the world’s biggest environmental challenges. From recycling infrastructure and decarbonisation technologies to water management, air monitoring and land remediation solutions, discover the tools and strategies that will level up your operation and take your business to new heights. - Access seven major environmental events in one place
ESS Expo unites seven co-located shows, creating the UK’s most comprehensive environmental event and attracting 15,000+ visitors from across industry, government and academia. - Expert-led conference programme
Hear from industry leaders, policymakers and innovators across a packed conference programme covering regulation, innovation, investment, decarbonisation, the circular economy and more. - Unrivalled networking opportunities
Meet thousands of professionals from across the environmental sector, including consultants, local authorities, contractors, manufacturers, engineers, end-users, procurement, and sustainability leaders. Build valuable partnerships and unlock new commercial opportunities. - A truly comprehensive platform
With thousands of products, services and solutions on display, ESS Expo offers a one-stop platform for discovering innovations, gaining insights and connecting with the people driving environmental progress.
One free ticket gives you access to all seven events in the ESS family:
- RWM – Resource & Waste Management Expo
- CLR – Contamination & Land Remediation Expo
- EFD – Energy, Fuels & Decarbonisation Expo
- WWEM – Water, Wastewater & Environmental Management Expo
- AQE – Air Quality & Emissions Expo
- GEO – Geotechnical Engineering and Operations Expo
- CARS & MRE – Complete Auto Recycling Show & Metals Recycling Event
