| SUM – Symposium on Urban Mining and Circular Economy is an international scientific forum bringing together research, industry, utilities and public authorities within a qualified and independent context. The next edition will take place on 20–22 May 2026 in Procida, Italy, a location selected for its strong alignment with the principles of circular economy. SUM2026 offers companies a clear and structured framework of engagement, designed to support different strategic objectives while operating within an authoritative scientific context. Companies and utilities can join the event in two ways: 1. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: BE AN ACTIVE PART OF THE SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME Companies may contribute to the SUM programme through: Scientific papers and technical presentations, based on real projects, pilots, data and operational models; Technical workshops, focused on applied solutions and concrete implementation experiences. Papers and workshop proposals must address one of the conference topics and be prepared according to the submission guidelines. SUBMIT YOUR CONTRIBUTION BY 16TH FEBRUARY 2026 >>> 2. SPONSOR AND EXHIBIT: Increase visibility and connect with qualified leads across the circular economy community. More info >>> Get a concise briefing to share with your internal stakeholders. Download the Corporate Dossier. DOWNLOAD THE DOSSIER |
| DIVE DEEPER INTO THE SYMPOSIUM TOPICS If your company is currently developing projects in these areas and wishes to share them as a starting point for an open, constructive and forward-looking discussion, SUM welcomes your contribution (paper or workshop proposals) on the following topics: CONCEPTS: Prevention & minimization / Recovery & recycling of material resources / Circular Economy as part of the global eco-system / Ecocities STREAMS OF POTENTIAL MATERIAL RESOURCES: Municipal, special waste & industrial / Agriculture waste / Municipal & industrial wastewaters TECHNICAL RECOVERY & RECYCLING SUPPLY-CHAINS: Preparing for reuse / Materials sorting & recovery / Treatment & recycling technologies CLOSURE OF MATERIALS LOOP: Mass Balance along the recovery and recycling chain / Sinks in Circular Economy / Sustainable deposit of residual waste on soil. / Enhanced landfill mining ENERGY IN CIRCULAR ECONOMY: Role of energy in waste recycling / Integration of energy and material cycles / Energy storage, conversion & reuse / Case studies and best practices / Reuse of waste from Energy production APPLIED CIRCULARITY SCENARIOS: Circular & synergic business models / Companies-Industries / Municipalities / Local Governments / Universities or Research Institutions / Others scenarios ENVIRONMENTAL & HEALTH IMPACTS: Sources of potential contaminants along the recovery and recycling chain / Potential release of contaminants from Circular Economy / Potential environmental impacts / Potential health implications / Balancing benefits & risks / Mitigation & policies approach ECONOMIC, LEGAL & SOCIAL ISSUES: Economic & financial aspects / Legal aspects / Education, communication, other social aspects / Cooperation between environmental sciences and lively arts METHODS & TOOLS: Circular Economy metrics, monitoring and impact assessment / Tools and instruments for assessment / Social and ecological models / Methodological innovations for Waste Management and Circular Economy / Artificial Intelligence and digital solutions POLICY & STRATEGIES: Policy and standards / Governance models and multi-level coordination / Use and Integration of Recycled and Reused Materials – Promotion and regulations / Circular Economy in developing countries EXPLORE EACH TOPIC IN DETAIL >>> … submit your contribution! The Call for Papers and Workshops is open until 16 February 2026 |
