Sustainability conferences in Benelux in 2026

Here’s SustainabilityOnline’s guide to the top sustainability conferences and events taking place in Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxembourg over the coming year. This guide will be updated as and when new events are announced – check back regularly for updates. Other events taking place around Europe can be found here.

Sustainability conferences in Belgium

Event: Futurebuild Belgium
Date(s): 27–28 January 2026
Location: Brussels
Website: https://www.futurebuildbelgium.be/en/

Futurebuild Belgium is dedicated to sustainable innovation in the construction industry, bringing together architects, developers, engineers, contractors, manufacturers, and policymakers. Hosted at Brussels Expo, the two-day event will focus on the sector’s journey toward net zero by 2050, showcasing circular and bio-based materials, digital and offsite solutions, and retrofit technologies.

Event: TransformIT Europe 2026
Date(s): 5–8 May 2026
Location: Brussels
Website: https://www.transformit.eu/visitors

TransformIT Europe 2026 is a trade fair focused on sustainable technologies and digitalisation. The event will bring together industry professionals, technology providers, and innovators to explore solutions for ESG compliance, decarbonisation, and digital transformation. Attendees can engage with keynotes, sector-specific sessions, and networking opportunities across areas including smart cities, clean energy, circular economy, and ICT. The fair also emphasises practical pathways to Net Zero and CSRD compliance.

Event: CIRCLE 2026
Date: 7-8 May 2026
Location: Brussels
Website: https://www.cdegroup.com/circle2026

Taking place in May, CIRCLE 2026 is an exclusive two-day symposium hosted by CDE, dedicated to reshaping the future of waste recycling and advancing the circular economy. The event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, materials processors, and sustainability experts to explore innovative strategies for transforming waste into valuable resources. Key topics include essential materials management, PFAS contamination challenges, sustainable construction practices, and circular economy implementation.

Event: European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW 2026)
Date(s): 9–11 June 2026
Location: Brussels
Website: https://sustainable-energy-week.ec.europa.eu/index_en

European Sustainable Energy Week 2026 is a hybrid policy-focused event bringing together policymakers, industry, civil society, and youth to discuss energy efficiency, renewable energy, and the future of Europe’s Energy Union. The programme will include a high-level Policy Conference, the European Sustainable Energy Awards, the European Youth Energy Day, and an Energy Fair, alongside Sustainable Energy Days organised across Europe. The event focuses on sharing policy developments, best practices, and practical approaches to accelerating the clean energy transition.

Event: EADI/IOB 2026: Shaping Sustainable Futures: Global Challenges, (G)local Solutions?
Date(s): 29 June – 2 July 2026
Location: Antwerp
Website: https://www.eadi.org/eadi-events/general-conference/eadi/iob-2026-shaping-sustainable-futures-global-challenges-glocal-solutions

The EADI/IOB 2026 conference will explore sustainability across global and local contexts, addressing ecological, socio-economic, cultural, and political dimensions. It will examine the tensions and interdependencies between global challenges, such as international policies and climate agreements, and local initiatives, emphasising context-specific solutions.

Event: Trimble Insight Europe 2026
Date(s): 22-23 September 2026
Location: Brussels
Website: https://www.transporeon.com/insight

Trimble Insight Europe 2026 is organised by Trimble, building on the legacy of the Transporeon Summit. The event will bring together shippers, carriers, logistics service providers, and technology companies to examine developments in transportation, logistics, and supply chain management. This year’s programme will focus on digitalisation, AI-enabled logistics, resilience, and operational efficiency, among other topics. More than 900 logistics professionals are expected to attend.

Event: European Sustainable Industry Summit 2026
Date(s): 13-14 October 2026
Location: Brussels
Website: https://www.csreurope.org/

Organised by CSR Europe, the European Sustainable Industry Summit 2026 will bring together senior practitioners from business, policy, and civil society to examine how sustainability can deliver measurable value for European industries. Over two days, discussions will focus on practical implementation, business performance, and competitiveness, with themes including market demand, resource resilience, workforce skills and inclusion, and translating EU sustainability policy into operational action.

Sustainability conferences in the Netherlands

Event: World Cocoa Foundation 2026 Partnership Meeting
Date(s): 17–18 February 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://www.worldcocoafoundation.org/

The World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) 2026 Partnership Meeting will bring together cocoa industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and farmer groups to address pressing challenges under the theme ‘Securing Cocoa’s Future in a Changing World’. Key discussions will focus on climate impacts, supply chain instability, evolving regulations, and rising consumer expectations, highlighting practical solutions and collaboration opportunities to strengthen sector resilience, while topics covered will include Cocoa Resilience at Risk, State of Regulation, Cocoa at the Crossroads, and Shaping Tomorrow’s Cocoa. The event will also feature the interactive Cocoa TechXchange, which will showcase innovations and technology in cocoa production.

Event: Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum
Date(s): 10–11 March 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://beta.innovationforum.co.uk/conferences/sustainable-packaging-eu/

The Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum will bring together over 100 leaders from the packaging and packaging waste value chain to examine the sector’s opportunities, innovations, and challenges. Discussions will focus on how sustainable innovation can create long-term business value while addressing consumer expectations and compliance.

Event: Carbon Capture Europe Summit 2026
Date(s): 11–12 March 2026
Location: Rotterdam
Website: https://www.carboncaptureeuropesummit.com/

The Carbon Capture Europe Summit 2026 will bring together senior stakeholders from government, industry, and finance to discuss the deployment and integration of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) across Europe. The event will focus on moving from policy frameworks to large-scale implementation, including cross-border CO₂ transport and storage, commercial infrastructure models, and the scaling of technologies such as BECCS, DAC, and other carbon dioxide removal solutions. Sessions will address regulatory alignment, investment strategies, and collaboration between industrial clusters to support the development of a competitive and operational European CCUS market.

Event: 3rd Annual Conference on Foundation Decarbonisation and Re-use
Date(s): 24–26 March 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://foundationreuse.com/

This conference focuses on decarbonisation and reuse in the foundation and deep construction industry. It will address strategies to reduce carbon emissions through efficient design, lower-carbon materials, and the reuse of existing foundations. Over three days, participants will engage in sessions covering decision-making, inspection, design, and construction practices, with keynote presentations, research papers, and Q&A discussions. The event also includes a one-day site visit to observe practical implementation of sustainable foundation practices in Amsterdam.

Event: Energy Transition Innovation Forum
Date(s): 15–16 April 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://beta.innovationforum.co.uk/conferences/energy-transition/

This closed-door forum will convene business leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators to explore practical strategies for achieving net-zero energy systems. The programme emphasises resilient, affordable energy solutions and the scaling of technologies, finance, and policies. Sessions will focus on actionable implementation, moving beyond pledges to strategies that work at scale.

Event: Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference
Date(s): 29–30 April 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://beta.innovationforum.co.uk/conferences/sustainable-apparel-and-textiles-conference/

The Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference will gathers more than 350 leaders from the apparel and textiles sector to address sustainability challenges and opportunities. Participants have the chance to engage in candid discussions, share real-world case studies, and develop actionable strategies to accelerate impact in the industry.

Event: Industrial Decarbonisation Europe 2026
Date(s): 12-13 May 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://events.reutersevents.com/energy-transition/industry-europe/

Industrial Decarbonisation Europe 2026 is organised by Reuters Events, and brings together senior executives from Europe’s hard-to-abate industries, including metals, chemicals, energy, and heavy manufacturing. Sessions at this year’s event will cover strategies and technologies for achieving net zero, including carbon capture, green hydrogen, electrification, circularity, and supply chain transparency.

Event: The Future of Food and Beverage
Date(s): 12–13 May 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://beta.innovationforum.co.uk/conferences/the-future-of-food/

The Future of Food and Beverage will unite brands, farmers, retailers, traders, investors, NGOs, and policymakers in seeking to identify opportunities and innovations in the food and beverage industry. The event will focus on linking regenerative agriculture, nutrition, R&D, and consumer trends to create commercial advantage and supply resilience.

Event: EUBCE 2026 | 34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition
Date(s): 19-22 May 2026
Location: The Hague
Website: https://www.eubce.com/

Organised by ETA Florence in collaboration with the European Commission Joint Research Centre and Circular Bio-based Europe, EUBCE 2026 will bring together experts from academia, industry, and policymaking to explore developments in biomass, bioenergy, and the circular bioeconomy. The event will highlight sustainable biomass sourcing, conversion technologies, biofuels, biomaterials, and policy frameworks supporting the bioeconomy.

Event: Scope 3 Innovation Forum
Date(s): 16–17 June 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://beta.innovationforum.co.uk/conferences/climate-action/

The Scope 3 Innovation Forum will convene leaders from sustainability, procurement, finance, and operations to examine value-chain decarbonisation as a driver of climate competitiveness. Discussions will cover policy alignment, energy transition strategies, supplier engagement, financing models, and data integrity.

Event: Sustainable Foods Summit – Europe
Date(s): 18–19 June 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://sustainablefoodssummit.com/europe/

Organised by Ecovia Intelligence, the 17th European edition of the Sustainable Foods Summit will bring together food industry stakeholders to discuss sustainability challenges and opportunities, including eco-labeling, responsible sourcing, and reducing environmental impact. The event will provide a platform for sharing insights, best practices, and strategies to improve sustainability performance across the food sector.

Event: Environmental and Climate Mobilities Network Conference 2026 (ECMN26)
Date(s): 23-26 June 2026
Location: Wageningen
Website: https://www.climatemobilities.network/ecmn26/

ECMN26 will bring together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from diverse disciplines to examine the nexus of climate change, environmental transformations, and human mobility. The conference will explore the political, ecological, and social dimensions of climate mobilities, including governance, security, and justice. Attendees will participate in paper presentations, workshops, and interactive sessions that foster inter- and transdisciplinary dialogue. ECMN26 emphasises collaborative approaches to address climate mobilities challenges, with attention to land- and waterscapes, innovative methodologies, and the urgent need for equitable, evidence-based solutions.

Event: Sustainability Week Europe
Date(s): 5–6 October 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://events.economist.com/sustainability-week-europe/

Hosted by Economist Impact, Sustainability Week Europe (pictured) will welcome business, policy, and innovation leaders to explore practical approaches for decarbonisation, technology deployment, and sustainable business practices. The event will feature case studies, expert-led discussions, and insights on implementing measurable changes across operations, supply chains, and finance functions.

Event: Future of Protein Production
Date(s): 4–5 November 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://www.futureofproteinproduction.com/

This event serves as a hub for innovation in alternative proteins, bringing together researchers, producers, and retailers. The in-person conference and exhibition will feature over 100 expert speakers, interactive panels, and a Startup Innovation Zone. Attendees can explore technologies, policies, and business strategies driving the scaling of alternative proteins.

Event: The Sustainable Packaging Summit
Date(s): 10–12 November 2026
Location: Utrecht
Website: https://www.packagingsummit.earth/

The Sustainable Packaging Summit will gather stakeholders from across the packaging value chain, including decision-makers, researchers, startups, global brands, investors, and policymakers. The event focuses on sustainable innovation, regulatory developments, and practical solutions for the packaging industry.

Event: Sustainable Manufacturing Strategies Summit (SMS Summit)
Date(s): 19-20 November 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Website: https://sms-summit.com/

The 3rd Annual Sustainable Manufacturing Strategies Summit is an invitation-only forum that will bring together C-level and senior leaders from European manufacturers, along with innovative startups. The summit focuses on practical solutions for sustainability in manufacturing, exploring themes such as Sustainability 4.0, data-driven decision-making, and security and regulation in a connected industrial landscape.

Sustainability conferences in Luxembourg

Event: EUSEA Conference (EUSEA)
Date(s): 19–21 May 2026
Location: Luxembourg
Website: https://euseaconf.eusea.info/

The EUSEA Conference 2026 will focus on public engagement and science communication, emphasising reflection on assumptions that influence practice. Hosted by the University of Luxembourg and the Luxembourg National Research Fund, the event will bring together practitioners, researchers, and policymakers to explore strategies for effective engagement across cultural, linguistic, and geographic contexts. Participants will share experiences, submit proposals, and collaborate to strengthen the impact of engagement activities across Europe and beyond.

Event: Sustainable Places
Date(s): 2–4 December 2026
Location: Luxembourg
Website: https://www.sustainableplaces.eu/

Sustainable Places 2026 is a European conference focused on innovation, sustainability, and smart solutions for the built environment. The event will gather researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to present projects, exchange knowledge, and explore thematic tracks across energy, mobility, and urban development.

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