IFAT Munich 2024

IFAT Munich—The World's Leading Trade Fair for Environmental Technologies boasts a high international presence and an impressive number of exhibitors and visitors. IFAT Munich is known as a industry platform for presentations and innovation in the water, sewage, waste and raw materials sector. All relevant key-players will present their latest products and services on environmental solutions. The technical supporting program is free of charge.

ISWA

Sessions

Managing waste to cool down a warming world?

German RETech Partnership e.V., ISWA, Anja Schwetje, Beatrice Decker

Methane and carbon dioxide emissions from dumpsites and landfills are a driver of global warming. Developing waste management systems with separate collection of biowaste and pre-treatment of residual materials not only supports recycling, substitution of fossil fuels, and resource protection - it is also a huge lever to fight climate change.
Circular Economy
Recycling of substances and materials
Logistics & waste collection
Orange Stage
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Panel discussion
English
Conference

Energy from waste, can one solution fit all ?

ISWA

Waste can lead to various energy as heat, electricity, biomethane, molécule depending on the technological route chosen. Energy needs, decarbonisation regulation and recycling targets drive those technical choices. Nevertheless the final choice must measure affordability and bankability. How to navigate within those constraint to find your route ?
Waste to Energy
Energy recovery
Orange Stage
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Panel discussion
English
Conference

New EU Laws on Waste and Circular Economy - A boost for countries, a dream or even a nightmare

ISWA

The EU is accelerating legislation on waste, resources, and the circular economy to cut emissions, reduce virgin material use, and limit environmental impact. Product and packaging design will face stricter rules, while material management infrastructure must be upgraded. This session highlights local challenges and opportunities.
Europe
Reduction of resource consumption
Recycling of substances and materials
Orange Stage
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Panel discussion
English
Conference

AI & Robotics for Next‑Gen Waste and Resource Management

ISWA

Waste management is a critical lever for the circular economy. AI and robotics offer revolutionary tools, but deployment at scale brings technical, policy, and social challenges. With strong experience from its members and projects in the industry, ISWA is well‑placed to convene a forward-looking session at IFAT 2026 that helps the sector navigate the transition.
Digitalization in the circular economy
Circular Economy
Recycling of substances and materials
Logistics & waste collection
Orange Stage
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Panel discussion
English
Conference
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