Event Overview
The Plastics, Resource & Textiles Recovery Conference 2026 represents a groundbreaking unified event bringing together the plastics recycling, resource recovery, and textile recycling industries under one roof for the first time. This integration creates unparalleled networking opportunities and knowledge sharing across these interconnected sectors.
Key Details
- Event Type: Major Industry Conference
- Date: February 23-25, 2026
- Location: San Diego, California, USA
- Organizer: Plastics Recycling Organization
- Website: Plastics, Resource & Textiles Recovery Conference
- Expected Attendance: 3,000+ industry leaders
- Exhibitors: 250+
- Speakers: 60+ presentations
Topics & Focus Areas
- Plastics Recycling Technologies: Mechanical and chemical recycling processes, advanced sorting and separation methods, quality improvements for recycled materials
- Minimum PCR Mandates & Compliance: Regulatory requirements, industry standards, implementation strategies for brand owners
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): EPR system design and implementation, compliance approaches, market impacts
- Automotive Recycling: End-of-life vehicle processing, material recovery from automotive plastics, design for recycling principles
- Textile Recycling: Fiber separation, polyester recovery, blended material challenges, fashion industry initiatives
- Circular Economy Strategies: Business models for circular economy, infrastructure development, supply chain integration
- Material Recovery Quality: Contamination reduction, quality standards, market demands for recycled materials
- Policy & Regulation: State and federal regulations, international standards, sustainability mandates
Conference Format
- Keynote Presentations: Industry leaders discussing market trends and regulatory developments
- Technical Sessions: In-depth presentations on recycling technologies and processes
- Panel Discussions: Interactive discussions on circular economy challenges and solutions
- Networking Events: Opportunities to connect with recyclers, brands, equipment suppliers, and technology providers
- Exhibition Hall: 250+ exhibitors showcasing recycling equipment, technologies, and services
- Workshops: Hands-on learning sessions on specific recycling processes
Why Attend
The conference is essential for:
- Plastic Recyclers: Understanding market demands and technical innovations
- Brand Owners: Learning about PCR sourcing and compliance strategies
- Equipment Manufacturers: Showcasing technologies and understanding customer needs
- Textile Companies: Exploring fiber recovery and circular textile solutions
- Policy Makers: Understanding industry capabilities and regulatory implications
- Consultants & Analysts: Tracking market trends and opportunities
Typical Attendance
The conference attracts 3,000+ professionals including:
- Plastics recycling facility operators
- Fiber and textile recyclers
- OEM and brand owners
- Equipment manufacturers
- Sorting and separation technology providers
- Waste management companies
- Government agencies and policymakers
- Consulting firms and industry analysts
- Investors and business development professionals
Key Discussion Areas
Plastics Recycling Stream
- Chemical and advanced recycling technologies
- Contamination challenges and solutions
- Quality specifications and material standards
- Market pricing and economics
- Technology investments and ROI
Resource Recovery Stream
- Mixed waste processing
- Valuable material separation
- Economic viability of recovery operations
- Infrastructure requirements
Textiles Recovery Stream
- Fiber separation technologies
- Polyester recovery and polyamine recycling
- Fashion industry collaboration
- Design for textile recycling
- Market development for recovered fibers
Venue & Logistics
Location: San Diego, California - Major business and convention destination
Travel Access:
- San Diego International Airport (SAN) - Major West Coast hub
- Easy ground transportation
- Proximity to major manufacturing regions
Hotel & Accommodation: San Diego offers diverse lodging options within convenient distance from conference venues
Registration & Information
- Website: Plastics, Resource & Textiles Recovery Conference
- Contact Information: Available through conference website
- Registration: Opens typically 2-3 months before the event
Last updated: January 05, 2026