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3 December - 4 December 2024
Energy From Waste

Energy from Waste reduces pollution, supports local economy, and reduce energy reliance on imports - making it an invaluable opportunity for individuals, companies, and nations alike.

With this in mind, our Energy from Waste Conference returns to the heart of London for its 17th year - to deliver the leading event dedicated to the recovery of energy from industrial and domestic waste. Attracting policy experts, authorities in funding, government representatives, and business leaders this conference will be the place to network and gain access to the latest plans, case studies, and industry overviews.

As such, this conference remains an essential date on the calendar for those in the Energy from Waste community.

 

With case studies from the leading Energy from Waste plants within UK and Europe the event will give an overall look into all aspects of running a successful facility. We delve deep into both small scale and large scale production and understand the benefits and constraints found within both size projects, in addition to finding out how new innovations can maximise value and optimise investment returns.

A focus on how Energy from Waste sits within the UK’s ambition on the road to net zero and how technology within the Carbon capture and storage market coupled with the evolvement and implementation of district heating is an essential part of that journey. With updates on how legislation and policy can stimulate more investment this comprehensive conference remains the an essential calendar date for those in the Energy from Waste community.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Alban Forster

Alban Forster

Director, SLR Consulting Ltd
Alex Young

Alex Young

Head of Development, Evero
Charlotte Rule

Charlotte Rule

Head of Climate and Energy Policy, Environmental Services Association
Charoula Melliou

Charoula Melliou

Head of Policy, ESWET
Claudia Mensi

Claudia Mensi

President, European Waste Management Association - FEAD
Dr Adam Read

Dr Adam Read

Chief External Affairs and Sustainability Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
Dr Stewart Davies

Dr Stewart Davies

Principal Consultant, Waste & Resources, WRc
Dr Swen Grossgebauer

Dr Swen Grossgebauer

Head of Innovation and Proposals, MVV Environment
Emma Beal

Emma Beal

Chief Executive, West London Waste Authority
Gurbaksh Badhan

Gurbaksh Badhan

Head of Strategic Waste Management and Enforcement, Communities Directorate – Neighbourhood Services, Buckinghamshire Council
Jakob Sahlén

Jakob Sahlén

Environment & Sustainability Manager, Sysav
Jarno Stet

Jarno Stet

Secretary, National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO)
Jay Shah

Jay Shah

Head of ETS Expansion to Waste, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Mark Sommerfeld

Mark Sommerfeld

Deputy Director of Policy , REA
Mark Terrell

Mark Terrell

Director, Andusia Holdings Ltd
Mike Brown

Mike Brown

Managing Director, Eunomia Research and Consulting; RDF Industry Group
Owen Michaelson

Owen Michaelson

CEO, Encyclis
Patrick Clerens

Patrick Clerens

Secretary General, ESWET - European Suppliers of Waste to Energy Technology
Paul James

Paul James

Technical Director, SLR Consulting Limited
Robert Corijn

Robert Corijn

Marketing Manager, Attero
Stuart Hayward-Higham

Stuart Hayward-Higham

Chief Technical Development and Innovation Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
Thomas Merry

Thomas Merry

Commercialisation and Innovations Manager, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
Tim Clarke

Tim Clarke

CEO, Warsan Waste Management Company
Wayne Robertson

Wayne Robertson

General Counsel, Enfinium
Wendy Barratt

Wendy Barratt

County Waste Manager, Devon County Council / ADEPT Waste Group Vice Chair

Alban Forster

Director, SLR Consulting Ltd
Alban Forster

Alban Forster MSc (DIC) is a Director for SLR leading the company’s Infrastructure Sector across Europe.
He has 30 years professional experience in the field of commercial, technical and environmental due diligence across principally the waste and energy sectors. Alban’s specialist areas include business planning and market analysis, strategy development and policy review, strategic plan development, procurement support and operational service reviews.
Alban has worked on a number of transactional due diligence studies for investors assessing the feasibility of numerous infrastructure assets, biomass and waste to energy schemes, their business viability and environmental risk. Alban is also an accredited PRINCE 2 practitioner ensuring his capacity to manage teams and projects complement his technical capability.
Alban has also worked in the mining sector in Western Australia and as a water engineer in the South Pacific.
 

Alex Young

Head of Development, Evero
Alex Young

Alex Young is an energy sector development leader with over 20 years experience working on major infrastructure projects in the energy and waste sectors. Roles held cover diverse range of activities including project development, EPC contracting and operational delivery. At Evero Energy, Alex leads a team effort to identify, originate, nurture and advance development concepts aligned with strategic business focus collaborating with project partners to create investable projects.

Charlotte Rule

Head of Climate and Energy Policy, Environmental Services Association
Charlotte Rule

Charoula Melliou

Head of Policy, ESWET
Charoula Melliou

Charoula Melliou serves as Head of Policy and executive manager at ESWET, the European association representing suppliers of WtE technology, since 2023. She joined ESWET in 2021 as a Policy Officer for Decarbonisation, focusing on the EU ETS, renewable energy, bio- and e-fuels, energy efficiency, and others. Prior to ESWET, she worked for FEAD, the European Waste Management Association, Additionally, she has worked as an attorney in Greece and has interned for the European Commission. Charoula holds an LL.M. in Environmental Law and Policy (UCLA, USA), an M.Sc. in Sustainable Development (IHU, GR), and an LL.B. (AUTh, GR).

Claudia Mensi

President, European Waste Management Association - FEAD
Claudia Mensi

Claudia Mensi, after graduating as a Class A Chemist from the University of Pavia, worked as a safety management consultant and later became a Laboratory Manager at Sistema Ambiente. In 1998, she established Hydrae and consulted on various projects, from contaminated site remediation to integrating safety and environmental systems. Claudia Mensi served as the Technical Director for Fertilvita and currently holds the position of Technical Manager at A2A, contributing to waste classification and EU regulatory frameworks. Since January 2023, she has been the President of FEAD, the European Waste Management Association.

Dr Adam Read

Chief External Affairs and Sustainability Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
Dr Adam Read

Adam is a member of the Suez UK Management Board having joined in 2017 after a successful career in academia, local government and environmental consultancy spanning over 30 years. His PhD focussed on UK waste management policy failures, and he was awarded an MBE in the Kings Birthday Honours List in June 2024.

He has co-led SUEZ’s engagement with Government on policy reforms facing our sector, and has worked with numerous brands on preparing for the changes in packaging formats and collection systems.

He is a former CIWM President championing the green skills demands of a sector transitioning to a circular economy which led to him sitting on the UK Government’s Green Jobs Delivery Group.

Dr Julia Kowalle

Executive Director, Head of Infrastructure Finance and Asset Optimisation, Global Structured Finance, EMEA, SMBC Bank International
Dr Julia Kowalle

Dr. Julia Kowalle is the Head of Infrastructure Finance and Asset Optimisation in the Global Structured Finance Department of SMBC Bank International plc in London covering the EMEA region. She has over 15 years of industry experience as arranger, financial modeler and adviser. Julia started her professional career as a Graduate Trainee with RBS. Amongst other qualifications, Julia holds a PhD in Economics from the Technical University in Berlin, Germany and a Master in European Business from the ESCP-EAP in Paris, France.

Dr Stewart Davies

Principal Consultant, Waste & Resources, WRc
Dr Stewart Davies

Stewart Davies is a Principal Consultant at WRc. He has more than 20 years’ experience in atmospheric sciences as an academic, consultant and environmental manager in operational waste management. He is a Past Chair of the Source Testing Association and has been closely involved in the development of both the Best Available Techniques review for EfW and the monitoring, reporting and verification processes for the extension of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme to the Energy from Waste sector. Stewart has wide-ranging experience in the measurement of stationary source emissions monitoring and flue gas biogenic carbon determination.

Dr Swen Grossgebauer

Head of Innovation and Proposals, MVV Environment
Dr Swen Grossgebauer

Swen is Head of Innovation and Proposals for MVV Environment in the UK. In his current role, he is part of the development team and is responsible for implementing sustainable technologies such as carbon capture and storage, hydrogen production and district heating systems. Before moving to the UK, he managed the design and development of new Energy-from-Waste facilities and served as bid manager for public tenders at MVV’s headquarters in Germany. Swen has a background in civil engineering with a focus on environmental technology and holds a PhD in process engineering.

Emma Beal

Chief Executive, West London Waste Authority
Emma Beal

Emma Beal is Chief Executive at West London Waste Authority and chairs Waste Network Chairs. After two decades in operational and commercial roles in the waste industry, Emma has for the last eight years been creating strong and collaborative partnerships with the West London Boroughs to invest in and change how we manage waste in pursuit of our vision of a net zero West London.

Gurbaksh Badhan

Head of Strategic Waste Management and Enforcement, Communities Directorate – Neighbourhood Services, Buckinghamshire Council
Gurbaksh Badhan

Jakob Sahlén

Environment & Sustainability Manager, Sysav
Jakob Sahlén

Jakob Sahlén has worked within the energy and waste sector for over a decade. He has been engaged in the forming of legislations, policies and standardization work in Sweden and Europe. He is a former national delegate in CEWEP (Confederation of European Waste-to-Energy Plants) and a former national delegate in ISWA (International Solid Waste Association). Jakob is also a former member of CEWEP Scientific & Technical Advisory Council and a current board member of the Southern Swedish Environmental Law Association. In addition, Jakob loves playing padel, golf and making music.

Jarno Stet

Secretary, National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO)
Jarno Stet

Jarno Stet is the Secretary of the National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO) and Waste & Recycling Manager for the City of Westminster.
Jarno has worked in the waste and resources sector since 2003 and specialises in local authority waste management.
 

Jay Shah

Head of ETS Expansion to Waste, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Jay Shah

Experienced climate change policy lead for the UK Government, focusing on the role of emissions trading in decarbonising the UK economy. Currently leading work to expand the UK Emissions Trading Scheme to include energy from waste and waste incineration, and have previously led work on integration of Greenhouse Gas Removals.

Mark Sommerfeld

Deputy Director of Policy , REA
Mark Sommerfeld

Mark Sommerfeld has managed policy and regulation across both generation and retail renewable energy projects for over seven years. He joined the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA) in 2015 and is Head of Power and Flexibility, which includes coordinating the REA's Waste to Energy Forum. The group advocates for a thriving energy from waste industry within a circular economy, along with realising the potential of Advanced Conversion Technologies. He is an Alumni of Cambridge University and the Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leaders, as well as a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.

Mark Terrell

Director, Andusia Holdings Ltd
Mark Terrell

Mark Terrell is the Director at Andusia. With a long history of experience in the waste industry, Mark has worked in many sectors of the industry including RDF/SRF production, composting, AD, IVC, food waste, wood waste and even sewage sludge. He is a Materials Engineer (BEng) and began his career as a chemist in the chemical, cement and waste industry. He has a unique mix of technical expertise and commercial market knowledge from working for Veolia, Lafarge, The Environment Agency and SUEZ. Mark has a detailed knowledge of exporting RDF and SRF to both UK and European customers. He has excellent connections across the whole of Europe (Holland, Germany, Sweden, Denmark and Norway) and has first-hand experience in securing RDF & SRF supply contracts.

Mike Brown

Managing Director, Eunomia Research and Consulting; RDF Industry Group
Mike Brown

Mike is the Managing Director of Eunomia Research and Consulting, and the director of the RDF Industry Group’s secretariat function. With more than 30 years’ experience as an operator in the waste sector, he has a track record of thought leadership within the industry. He leads on Eunomia’s commercial portfolio, successfully at delivering complex projects spanning social, economic and environmental disciplines.

Owen Michaelson

CEO, Encyclis
Owen Michaelson

Owen is the CEO of Encyclis, a pureplay leader in energy from waste company dedicated to building a safer, cleaner, more prosperous world by ensuring no waste is ever wasted.
With wide ranging experience in the development of brownfield land, low carbon energy assets and waste infrastructure, Owen has also managed investments in Ports, Airports, Commercial Real Estate, Media assets and Coal Mines.
As the Chief Executive of the Harworth Group he took over the stand-alone operations of Harworth Estates at the start of the restructuring of UK Coal in 2010 prior to re-listing the business on the main market of the London Stock Exchange in 2015.
Owen has previously served as a Non-Executive Director of a range of organisations and companies including UK Coal, Ayrshire Power, Sheffield City Airport, the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, the Community Forrest Trust and the Tall Ships Youth Trust. He is also a former Chair of the British Property Federation’s Regional Policy Committee.
Owen is currently a Board Member of the Environmental Services Association, Chair of Resource Recovery UK and a Non-Executive Director of Exeter Port Authority and the Godwin Group.

Patrick Clerens

Secretary General, ESWET - European Suppliers of Waste to Energy Technology
Patrick Clerens

Patrick Clerens studied law at the University of Saarbrucken and the University of Mainz. Since 1996, he has worked as a consultant for a private company specialising in European Affairs in Brussels. In his capacity as Brussels Representative of different European associations, he has been involved in the energy and climate field since 2003. He is the Secretary General of ESWET – the association of the European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology since February 2008.

Paul James

Technical Director, SLR Consulting Limited
Paul James

Originally trained as an Industrial Chemist and in Chemical Engineering, Paul has spent over 30 years working internationally in the Energy and Environment fields for both the public and private sector, and in consultancy.
His career experience covers renewable energy and waste technologies, industrial emissions and impact reduction, project & policy/regulatory development & implementation, as well as investor technical and environmental due diligence. He has specific sector expertise in waste-to-energy and biomass energy, carbon capture and regulatory standards.
Working for the European Commission he contributed to the development of key EU waste and environmental policy, including as Author and project leader of the first EU “Best Available Techniques” BAT Reference (BREF) document on thermal waste treatments. Since then, he has worked internationally on numerous projects for the development and implementation of waste and energy infrastructure, in both a technical and project management capacity, as an adviser to industry, investors, regulators, national and international governments & agencies, and has developed leading international consulting businesses in these areas.
Paul is a current member of various industry sector groups on EFW, carbon capture and heat, and was Chairman of the UK Chartered Institute of Wastes Management (CIWM) Special Interest Group on Thermal Waste Treatment for over a decade. Amongst various projects for clients in the public and private sector, he is currently acting as an expert adviser to OECD on industrial emission standards & regulation.

Robert Corijn

Marketing Manager, Attero
Robert Corijn

Robert Corijn is Marketing Manager at Attero, the largest EfW company in the Netherlands. In his role, he supports Attero’s mission to retrieve the maximum amount of resources and energy from waste and to reduce the carbon impact. He is responsible for public affairs, marketing and communication and active in different industry associations among which the RDF Industry Group. Robert holds Masters degrees in Business Administration and Knowledge Management.

Shelley De Souza

Director, Banking and Investments, UK Infrastructure Bank
Shelley De Souza

Shelley De Souza joined UKIB in December 2022 and has over 25 years’ banking experience covering project finance, syndications, corporate banking and credit. Prior to UKIB, Shelley spent 14 years at Japanese bank Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, where she was a Director in the infrastructure team and the sector lead for waste and water, closing a number of waste-to-energy projects as well as other social infrastructure PFI / PPP transactions. She has also held roles at German Landesbank Helaba and at Abbey National Treasury Services (now Santander UK).
At UKIB Shelley leads on business development of the waste, water and SAF sectors.

Stefan Barrow

Managing Director, Infrastructure, Structured Finance Office for EMEA, MUFG Bank, Ltd.
Stefan Barrow

Stuart Hayward-Higham

Chief Technical Development and Innovation Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
Stuart Hayward-Higham

Stuart Hayward-Highamis currently the Chief Technical Development & Innovation Officer at SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK.
He is currently responsible for a range of strategy, commercial, innovation & development activities for SUEZ UK, focussed on helping deliver our future growth & change in services & technologies. Harnessing data, analysis, knowledge & experience to help deliver triple bottom line growth for SUEZ & its customers & through his management of the SCOPE expert practitioner service, innovative solutions for our customers & partners.
He is directly involved in works covering carbon, biodiversity and natural capital, and having over 30 years’ experience in the industry has amassed wide technical and commercial skills and experience in the systems of waste and resource management, markets, strategy, technologies and the environment.

Thomas Merry

Commercialisation and Innovations Manager, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
Thomas Merry

Thomas Merry, Commercialisation & Innovations Manager, is responsible for developing new and innovative recycling technologies, delivering market development insights and solutions for customers, and analysing and advising on developments in policy, technology, and strategy, relating to waste management activities and the wider value chain.
With nearly fifteen years of operational, commercial and project management experience in the waste management sector, Thomas focuses on maximising waste as a resource, increasing the circularity of materials, value recovery from waste, and modelling and forecasting waste arisings.

Tim Clarke

CEO, Warsan Waste Management Company
Tim Clarke

Tim has long experience in the Power Generation business globally, developing, financing, operating and maintaining power generation and transmission facilities across the world, having worked for many of the largest power developers globally. Early experience was in the UK Coal and nuclear generation sector, with gas turbine, biomass, renewables and Energy from Waste experience being based on Independent Power Producer businesses in companies across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. Tim has previously been head of Engineering and production at companies such as National power/International Power, Scottish Power, AES, GMR, Contour Global, TAQA and EPH, and has most recently been CEO at Taweelah B IWPP in the UAE, CEO at Bahrain LNG, before joining as CEO of Warsan Waste Management Company in March 2021, the company constructing and operating the world’s largest Energy from Waste facility at Warsan Dubai which started full Commercial Operations on 2nd August 2024. Originally a professionally qualified Electrical and Control Engineer, Tim is a Fellow and Chartered Engineer of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), a Member and Chartered Engineer in the Energy Institute (EI) and holds a Cambridge Master’s Degree in Business Management.

Wayne Robertson

General Counsel, Enfinium
Wayne Robertson

Wayne Robertson is the General Counsel of enfinium and Executive Committee lead for ESG, Net Zero, Policy & Regulation and Communications. He has over 25 years of experience in senior legal, board and executive roles including at British Telecommunications, Accenture, Amey plc and Wheelabrator UK. He has worked on infrastructure development and investment in the waste sector for 15 years. Wayne qualified as a Solicitor in 1996, specialising in corporate and mergers and acquisitions transactions, and is also a qualified Executive Coach with the Academy of Executive Coaching in London.

Wendy Barratt

County Waste Manager, Devon County Council / ADEPT Waste Group Vice Chair
Wendy Barratt

Wendy is a Chartered Civil Engineer and a Fellow of CIWM having worked in the waste industry in Local Government for over 25 years. As County Waste Manager at Devon County Council she leads a team of 20 professional staff and is responsible for an annual budget of around £38m, managing around 370,000 tonnes of waste of which 54% is recycled.
Wendy is a CIWM SW Centre Councillor, Vice Chair of the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) Waste Group as well as sitting on the Policy and Advisory Committee of the National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO).

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Conference agenda

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8:00

Registration & Coffee

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8:50

Chair's Opening Remarks

Alban Forster, Director, SLR Consulting Ltd

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Keynote Panel Discussion: Navigating the Policy and Legislative Landscape Shaping the Future of the EFW Sector

This session explores emerging trends and policy developments that will define the future of the sector, from sustainability mandates, to government financial incentives and legislation-influenced technological adoption.

  • The importance of policy in influencing the adoption of emerging technologies - from advanced gasification to advanced thermal conversion processes
  • The future of energy from waste
  • An insight into increasing government initiatives that encourage investment in cleaner technologies with a focus on CCS
  • Managing costs across the supply chain and assessing the impact future models
  • How do policy frameworks prioritise waste reduction, reuse, and recycling?
  • Alban Forster, Director, SLR Consulting Ltd

    Patrick Clerens, Secretary General, ESWET - European Suppliers of Waste to Energy Technology

    Charlotte Rule

    Charlotte Rule, Head of Climate and Energy Policy, Environmental Services Association

    Wayne Robertson, General Counsel, Enfinium

    Mike Brown, Managing Director, Eunomia Research and Consulting; RDF Industry Group

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    9:45

    Panel Discussion: Navigating the Future: Local Authority Perspectives on Energy from Waste

    Local authorities play a crucial role in waste management, and EFW facilities offer a solution for residual waste. This panel discussion explores the challenges and opportunities facing local authorities in the EfW sector.

  • Balancing Affordability and Sustainability: strategies for ensuring EFW remains an affordable waste management option while upholding sustainability goals
  • Best practices for optimising operational efficiency and cost management
  • An overview of the current policy landscape and central government support: assessing the impact of current and evolving national policies on EFW development
  • How to promote innovation and investment in the sector
  • The role of local authorities within a broader waste management strategy
  • Emerging trends and challenges that local authorities need to prepare for: from technological advancements to public perception
  • Alban Forster, Director, SLR Consulting Ltd

    Jarno Stet, Secretary, National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO)

    Wendy Barratt, County Waste Manager, Devon County Council / ADEPT Waste Group Vice Chair

    Dr Adam Read, Chief External Affairs and Sustainability Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK

    Gurbaksh Badhan

    Gurbaksh Badhan, Head of Strategic Waste Management and Enforcement, Communities Directorate – Neighbourhood Services, Buckinghamshire Council

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    10:30

    Session Reserved for Sponsor

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    11:00

    Morning Coffee

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    11:30

    ITN Business Screening and Panel Discussion: Redefining Waste

    It is estimated that municipal solid waste generation will grow from 2.1 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050, with the potential to bring with it rising costs for waste management costing hundreds of billions of dollars*. However, the report outlines that with a circular economy model, where waste generation and economist growth are decoupled by adopting waste avoidance, sustainable business practices and full waste management, could lead to a full net gain of $108.5 billion per year.

    This December, ITN Business is partnering with industry thought leaders to produce ‘Redefining Waste’, a news-style programme that will explore the successful collaborations and cutting-edge technologies driving the future of waste management. It will showcase the innovations and positive developments in waste management, both in the UK and across the globe, transforming waste from a problem into a valuable resource.

    Presented by journalist and reporter Duncan Golestani, the programme will delve into the latest advancements and best practices, covering diverse themes, including next-gen waste solutions, circular economy integration, advanced waste treatment technologies, and urgent action for waste management.

    Redefining Waste will feature thought leadership insights from key organisations including the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA), the National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO), with more to join the programme in the coming months.

    By showcasing innovative recycling methods, sustainable public-private partnerships, and the latest in waste-to-energy technologies, ‘Redefining Waste‘ will provide a comprehensive overview of how the industry is evolving. Sharing valuable insights into how these efforts are creating a sustainable and efficient waste management ecosystem, ultimately contributing to a cleaner and greener planet.

    ‘Redefining Waste’ will be premiered at the Energy from Waste Conference, 3rd December 2024. It will then be hosted online on a bespoke page on the ITN Business content hub, and will be supported by a digital launch, including a marketing campaign.

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    12:00

    Session Reserved for Sponsor

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    12:30

    Networking Lunch

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    13:30

    Retrofitting EU Policy Landscape for EfW – a Never-Ending Challenge

    Jakob Sahlén, Environment & Sustainability Manager, Sysav

    Whilst continuously navigating in between energy and waste policy framework, EfW is a societal necessity for treatment of residual waste, destroying waste that would otherwise be harmful to public health, and for treatment of rejects from recycling. Moreover, EfW is a prerequisite for restrictions on landfill and an important contributor to electric grids and heat and cooling infrastructure. There is a never-ending binary policy dilemma that the EfW industry and policy makers alike need to navigate in a sustainable fashion – especially now when waste-CCUS is a prerequisite for cities, regions, and countries to be able to reach its climate targets.

  • EFW's role in achieving waste diversion targets and reducing reliance on landfills
  • Emphasising the need for policy that reconciles EfW's role in both energy production and sustainable waste management
  • The importance of integrating carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies for EfW to contribute to achieving climate targets
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    14:00

    Session Reserved for Sponsor

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    14:30

    Panel Discussion A: Preparing for the Inclusion of EfW in the Emission Trading Scheme: A European Perspective

    As the 2028 inclusion of EFW and incineration plants in the Emissions Trading System (ETS) looms, waste handlers face significant operational and financial challenges. The time is now critical for innovative waste management strategies and technologies to adapt to regulatory changes and rising costs. This panel discussion will explore the role of advanced biotechnologies and solid recovered fuel (SRF) in creating sustainable, cost-effective waste management solutions from a European perspective.

  • The impact of the imminent inclusion of EFW in ETS by 2028
  • Assessing the impact of cost increases; can we expect cost transfers?
  • What are the competitive advantages for larger waste industry players?
  • Addressing regional imbalances
  • An overview of innovative technological processing methods
  • Alban Forster, Director, SLR Consulting Ltd

    Claudia Mensi, President, European Waste Management Association - FEAD

    Charoula Melliou, Head of Policy, ESWET

    Robert Corijn, Marketing Manager, Attero

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    15:15

    Afternoon Tea

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    Panel Discussion B: UK Focus: Preparing for the Inclusion of EfW in the Emissions Trading Scheme

    Earlier this year, the UK ETS Authority published the full consultation setting out the how the UK ETS will be extended to Energy from Waste. This confirmed the intention to include EfW facilities from 2028, with a monitoring only period from January 1st 2026. This represents the biggest policy intervention in the sector since the introduction of landfill tax, fundamentally impacting the economics of the sector. This presentation will explore the current policy environment and provide operators and residual waste customers with an overview of the expected changes to the EfW landscape.

  • What are the UK ETS Authority suggesting? What are the key policy levers?
  • What does inclusion by 2028 mean? What is required to ensure this policy drives decarbonisation of the sector.
  • What is the likely impact on the sector, how can these be mitigated, and how will this link with waste reduction, reuse and recycling?
  • What should operators be preparing for? What are the new regulations?
  • Alban Forster, Director, SLR Consulting Ltd

    Charlotte Rule

    Charlotte Rule, Head of Climate and Energy Policy, Environmental Services Association

    Owen Michaelson, CEO, Encyclis

    Jay Shah, Head of ETS Expansion to Waste, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

    Emma Beal, Chief Executive, West London Waste Authority

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    16:30

    Technical Advancements Driving Efficiency in Energy From Waste

    Thomas Merry, Commercialisation and Innovations Manager, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK

    Technological advancements are constantly pushing the boundaries of efficiency and sustainability within EFW plants. This presentation will explore several key technical developments that are transforming the EfW landscape, contributing to cleaner operations, increased energy production, and a reduced environmental footprint.

  • A deep-dive into Advanced Combustion Technologies that maximize waste conversion efficiency, minimize greenhouse gas emissions and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
  • Emerging CCUS technologies that enable the creation of negative-emission EFW facilities
  • Advancements in automation and data analytics that allow for real-time process monitoring, optimization, and predictive maintenance, leading to improved plant efficiency and reduced operational costs
  • The future of Waste-to-SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) Conversion to offer a valuable alternative fuel source for the aviation industry and further divert waste from landfills
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    17:00

    Chair’s Closing Remarks and Close of Day One

    Alban Forster, Director, SLR Consulting Ltd

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    8:00

    Registration & Coffee

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    8:50

    Chair's Opening Remarks

    Stuart Hayward-Higham, Chief Technical Development and Innovation Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK

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    9:00

    Panel Discussion: Unveiling Financial Frameworks and Investment Opportunities in EFW

    This presentation delves deep into the financial frameworks that drive these projects, revealing the lucrative investment opportunities in this innovative and sustainable sector. By the end of this presentation, you will have a thorough understanding of the intricate financial models, emerging opportunities, and strategic considerations essential for making informed investment decisions in the waste-to-energy industry.

  • Uncovering the financial tools used to assess the viability of waste-to-energy projects
  • Understanding the key factors influencing revenue streams and operational costs
  • Exploring various investor profiles seeking returns in the waste-to-energy industry
  • Gaining insights into emerging technologies with high growth potential
  • Learning about the role of government policies and incentives in attracting investment
  • Stuart Hayward-Higham, Chief Technical Development and Innovation Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK

    Dr Julia Kowalle, Executive Director, Head of Infrastructure Finance and Asset Optimisation, Global Structured Finance, EMEA, SMBC Bank International

    Stefan Barrow

    Stefan Barrow, Managing Director, Infrastructure, Structured Finance Office for EMEA, MUFG Bank, Ltd.

    Shelley De Souza, Director, Banking and Investments, UK Infrastructure Bank

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    9:30

    Carbon Focus: How Carbon Pricing Shapes the Future of EFW

    Dr Swen Grossgebauer, Head of Innovation and Proposals, MVV Environment

    The growing concern over climate change is driving the implementation of carbon pricing mechanisms around the world. This presentation explores the potential impact of carbon pricing on the competitiveness of EFW compared to other energy sources.

  • To what extent do carbon pricing mechanisms make EFW more attractive by placing a cost on the carbon emissions associated with fossil fuel-based energy sources?
  • Understanding the carbon footprint of different waste streams to maximise revenue under carbon pricing schemes
  • Analysing how carbon pricing can influence investment decisions for new EFW facilities and potential upgrades to existing ones
  • Exploring how CCS technologies integrated with EFW plants can further enhance their environmental and economic competitiveness in a carbon-priced world
  • How will the design and implementation of specific carbon pricing policies influence the future trajectory of the EFW sector?
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    10:00

    Session Reserved for Sponsor

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    Morning Coffee

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    11:00

    The Current Status of Advanced Conversion Technologies: Innovations, Opportunities and Challenges

    Alex Young, Head of Development, Evero

    Advanced conversion technologies offer a promising approach, transforming waste into valuable energy resources. This presentation explores the exciting opportunities and challenges associated with these advancements, paving the way for a more sustainable future.

  • An overview of diversified waste streams: assessing the scope of advanced technologies to handle a wider range of waste materials, including non-recyclables and agricultural residues
  • Enhanced energy production to drive efficiency in converting waste to electricity, biofuels, or syngas, contributing to renewable energy generation
  • Measuring the impact of advanced conversion processes in minimising emissions compared to traditional methods
  • An overview of key economic benefits and measuring ROI
  • Overcoming technological hurdles such as scalability and cost-effectiveness as barriers to widespread adoption
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    Case Study: Warsan Waste Management Company - Transforming Waste into Energy: A Public-Private Partnership Success Story

    Tim Clarke, CEO, Warsan Waste Management Company

    In this presentation, hear WWMC's inspiring journey of transforming Dubai's waste into clean energy. Join us to explore the successful transition from project completion to full commercial operations, unlocking the long-term benefits of their 35-year concession agreement. The session will delve into the seamless handover from EPC to O&M operations, ensuring continued efficiency, and celebrating their achievement of senior loan drawdown, marking a significant financial milestone. This presentation offers valuable insights for the industry, showcasing WWMC as a model for sustainable waste management.

  • From project completion to commercial operations: Warsan Waste Management Facility achieves full potential
  • Maximising value through a 35-Year concession agreement
  • An overview of the seamless transition: EPC to O&M operations to ensure continued efficiency
  • An insight into the financial strength achieved and how the senior loan drawdown marked a major milestone
  • A model for sustainable waste management: sharing learnings for the industry
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    12:00

    Industrialising Waste Technologies for Molecules

    Stuart Hayward-Higham, Chief Technical Development and Innovation Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK

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    12:30

    Networking Lunch

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    13:30

    Beyond Landfills: Finding the Best Path for Residual Waste Recovery

    Paul James, Technical Director, SLR Consulting Limited

    Effectively managing residual waste is a critical challenge. This presentation explores various approaches, including traditional Energy-from-Waste (EfW), EfW with Carbon Capture, and a new option: converting residuals into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). We'll compare their costs, environmental impact and technological readiness to help identify the most sustainable solution for residual waste treatment. It will explore key considerations, such as:

  • Cost: Evaluating the upfront and operational costs of each technology
  • Carbon Impact: Assessing the greenhouse gas emissions associated with each process
  • Technology Readiness: Examining the maturity and scalability of each treatment option
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    14:00

    Session Reserved for Sponsor

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    14:30

    Long-Term Strategies to Minimise Emissions from EFW Plants

    Dr Stewart Davies, Principal Consultant, Waste & Resources, WRc

    This presentation explores effective strategies for minimising emissions from EFW facilities with an overview of technologies and optimised processes:

  • Best practices for optimising combustion conditions within EFW plants
  • Continuous monitoring and reporting methodologies to ensure compliance with regulations and maintain public trust
  • Analysing the economic and environmental benefits of retrofitting existing EFW facilities with advanced emission control technologies
  • Opportunities for collaboration between industry, research institutions, and regulatory bodies to develop and implement even more effective air pollution control strategies
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    Afternoon Tea

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    15:30

    What Skills and Competences Will We Need to Deliver NetZero and Are We Ready For the Challenge?

    Dr Adam Read, Chief External Affairs and Sustainability Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK

    The rapid shift towards a greener economy demands a transformed workforce. This presentation dives into the specific skills identified by the CIWM Energy 7 Utility Sector Skills and the Government's Green Jobs Delivery Group. We'll explore the timeframe for this demand, including any regional variations. Ultimately, what are the implications for training providers and educational institutions? Join us as we explore the exciting opportunities and potential challenges associated with this evolving skillset.

  • Skills needed as identified in CIWM Energy 7 Utility Sector Skills and Government’s Green Jobs Delivery Group work
  • Timeframe for the demand and any regional needs?
  • Other sectors transitioning can we collaborate – engineers, IT, designers etc. – or are we competing? And so what?
  • What we need from training providers / colleges / universities?
  • Is Government ready to empower this transition or is it up to the companies to make it happen?
  • Reflections on skills opportunities and risks
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    16:00

    Waste to Hydrogen: Addressing Future Market Viability

    Mark Sommerfeld, Deputy Director of Policy , REA

    This presentation delves into ground-breaking technologies for producing hydrogen fuel from industrial waste streams. This innovation not only presents a clean and sustainable production pathway for hydrogen, but also offers a solution for managing industrial waste. By utilising readily available waste materials, this technology has the potential to disrupt the energy sector and significantly contribute to long-term environmental sustainability. But how viable is it as a long-term solution?

  • Exploring how waste-to-hydrogen technology disrupts the current market by offering a more sustainable and potentially cost-competitive alternative to traditional hydrogen production methods
  • Analysing the technology's potential to reduce long-term hydrogen production costs through waste feedstock utilisation and potential waste management cost offsets
  • Discussing the scalability of the technology and its potential for widespread adoption across various industries, fostering a robust and viable hydrogen market
  • Examining how current and evolving regulations and policies might impact the long-term market viability of waste-to-hydrogen production
  • Key factors for investors to consider when evaluating the long-term market potential and financial attractiveness of this innovative technology?
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    16:30

    Harnessing Energy from Waste: Analysing the Current Feedstock Market and Future Prospects

    Mark Terrell, Director, Andusia Holdings Ltd

    The transformation of waste into energy presents a sustainable solution to waste management and energy production challenges. This presentation will delve into the intricacies of the current feedstock market, examining how government policies and other influential factors shape its composition and availability. We will also explore the potential developments in the residual waste treatment sector over the medium to long term, highlighting opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.

  • Overview of the current feedstock market: analysis of current feedstock sources for energy-from-waste facilities
  • Trends and shifts in feedstock availability and composition
  • Examination of how legislation, subsidies, and regulatory frameworks influence feedstock supply
  • Future development of the residual waste treatment sector
  • Projections for the medium to long-term growth and evolution of the residual waste treatment industry
  • Strategic considerations for industry stakeholders to adapt and thrive in a changing landscape
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    Chair’s Closing Remarks and Close of Day Two

    Stuart Hayward-Higham, Chief Technical Development and Innovation Officer, SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK


    Director
    SLR Consulting Ltd
    Head of Development
    Evero
    Head of Climate and Energy Policy
    Environmental Services Association
    Head of Policy
    ESWET
    President
    European Waste Management Association - FEAD
    Chief External Affairs and Sustainability Officer
    SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
    Executive Director, Head of Infrastructure Finance and Asset Optimisation, Global Structured Finance, EMEA
    SMBC Bank International
    Principal Consultant, Waste & Resources
    WRc
    Head of Innovation and Proposals
    MVV Environment
    Chief Executive
    West London Waste Authority
    Head of Strategic Waste Management and Enforcement, Communities Directorate – Neighbourhood Services
    Buckinghamshire Council
    Environment & Sustainability Manager
    Sysav
    Secretary
    National Association of Waste Disposal Officers (NAWDO)
    Head of ETS Expansion to Waste
    Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
    Deputy Director of Policy
    REA
    Director
    Andusia Holdings Ltd
    Managing Director
    Eunomia Research and Consulting; RDF Industry Group
    CEO
    Encyclis
    Secretary General
    ESWET - European Suppliers of Waste to Energy Technology
    Technical Director
    SLR Consulting Limited
    Marketing Manager
    Attero
    Director, Banking and Investments
    UK Infrastructure Bank
    Managing Director, Infrastructure, Structured Finance Office for EMEA
    MUFG Bank, Ltd.
    Chief Technical Development and Innovation Officer
    SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
    Commercialisation and Innovations Manager
    SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK
    CEO
    Warsan Waste Management Company
    General Counsel
    Enfinium
    County Waste Manager
    Devon County Council / ADEPT Waste Group Vice Chair

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    At the heart of the Holland Park district, our hotel is 10 minutes from Westfield London shopping center. We're blocks from Shepherd's Bush Underground station, linking to central London, and Kensington Palace and Gardens are two miles from us. Enjoy 24-hour access to our fitness center.

     
    Join us in WestEleven for hearty buffet breakfast, a great way to start the day! Our Avenue Bar and Lounge serves light bites throughout the day as well as a delicious, seasonal dining menu.”

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    Augean

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    Augean manages difficult to handle wastes at its UK treatment and disposal infrastructure, focussing on the best environmental outcomes. For the Energy from Waste and Biomass sectors, Augean is the UK’s market leader for the treatment of APCr and Fly Ashes providing routes for recovery and disposal. We understand the technical challenges when transporting and handling these specialist waste streams and we have the appropriate permits and processes in place to treat many different types of energy plant residues. Augean has processed APCr for over 10 years and today treats around 200,000 tonnes of APCr and Fly Ash, and around 40,000 tonnes of hazardous IBA annually, at two strategically located facilities in Teesside and near Peterborough. Augean has a proven track record for safely and compliantly collecting and treating residues from energy plants, whilst delivering excellent customer service.


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    Blue Phoenix recovers minerals and ferrous and non-ferrous metals from Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) into high-quality products, contributing to the circular economy by closing the recycling loop.


    Wasteer GmbH

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    http://www.wasteer.de/en

    Wasteer GmbH is an innovative leader in AI-driven waste analysis, providing cutting-edge solutions for waste-to-energy providers. Our technology, including the WS Scan system, enables real-time detection of contaminants and optimized waste composition analysis. With a focus on efficiency, sustainability, and profitability, Wasteer transforms waste management by empowering facilities to enhance operational performance and reduce environmental risks. Operating across Europe, including Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, and the UK, Wasteer is committed to helping industries maximize the value of waste while promoting sustainable practices.

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    ESWET: European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology

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    http://www.eswet.eu/

    ESWET (European Suppliers of Waste-to-Energy Technology) is the European association representing manufacturers in the field of Waste-to-Energy Technology. The purpose of ESWET is to raise awareness of the positive implications of the technology in terms of better waste management, energy and the environment and, thus, to foster the development and the dissemination of Waste-to-Energy technology at the European level. Technology from ESWET members is the heart in most of the Waste-to-Energy plants in Europe, treating non-recyclable municipal solid waste. This technology is also used by most plants worldwide.


    RDF Industry Group

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    http://www.rdfindustrygroup.org.uk/

    The RDF Industry Group is a pan-European trade association with member companies across the WDF supply chain: from WDF production companies who produce fuel from residual waste; to those who ship, transport and test WDF; to energy-from-waste (EfW) facility operators. The Group works collectively to provide a platform to address issues surrounding the movement of waste-derived fuels across national borders within Europe and to explore new opportunities. The Group also provides a networking platform for members to make new connections, develop existing relationships and share knowledge and experience.

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    We are an independent production company with over 67 years in the business of seeking and sharing truth. Whatever we do, we’re driven by the simple belief that stories built on trust empower us all. We create award-winning factual content for major brands, digital platforms, global streamers and international broadcasters. Whether it’s documentaries, sport, news, podcasts or live events, we're always committed to telling authentic, human-led stories and bringing truth to life. Our rock-solid heritage is built on decades of high-quality, regulated, impartial journalism, but we refuse to stand still. Our strength comes from our desire to innovate and to work together to make a difference, whether through our Oscar-nominated documentaries and international TV series; our vast live sport operation; our award-winning news programmes for ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5; our respected live debate programmes; our powerful archive or our creative content for digital platforms, for schools, for businesses and charities.

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    At the heart of the Holland Park district, our hotel is 10 minutes from Westfield London shopping center. We're blocks from Shepherd's Bush Underground station, linking to central London, and Kensington Palace and Gardens are two miles from us. Enjoy 24-hour access to our fitness center.

     
    Join us in WestEleven for hearty buffet breakfast, a great way to start the day! Our Avenue Bar and Lounge serves light bites throughout the day as well as a delicious, seasonal dining menu.”
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    WHAT IS CPD?

    CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development’. It is essentially a philosophy, which maintains that in order to be effective, learning should be organised and structured. The most common definition is:

    ‘A commitment to structured skills and knowledge enhancement for Personal or Professional competence’

    CPD is a common requirement of individual membership with professional bodies and Institutes. Increasingly, employers also expect their staff to undertake regular CPD activities.

    Undertaken over a period of time, CPD ensures that educational qualifications do not become obsolete, and allows for best practice and professional standards to be upheld.

    CPD can be undertaken through a variety of learning activities including instructor led training courses, seminars and conferences, e:learning modules or structured reading.

    CPD AND PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTES

    There are approximately 470 institutes in the UK across all industry sectors, with a collective membership of circa 4 million professionals, and they all expect their members to undertake CPD.

    For some institutes undertaking CPD is mandatory e.g. accountancy and law, and linked to a licence to practice, for others it’s obligatory. By ensuring that their members undertake CPD, the professional bodies seek to ensure that professional standards, legislative awareness and ethical practices are maintained.

    CPD Schemes often run over the period of a year and the institutes generally provide online tools for their members to record and reflect on their CPD activities.

    TYPICAL CPD SCHEMES AND RECORDING OF CPD (CPD points and hours)

    Professional bodies and Institutes CPD schemes are either structured as ‘Input’ or ‘Output’ based.

    ‘Input’ based schemes list a precise number of CPD hours that individuals must achieve within a given time period. These schemes can also use different ‘currencies’ such as points, merits, units or credits, where an individual must accumulate the number required. These currencies are usually based on time i.e. 1 CPD point = 1 hour of learning.

    ‘Output’ based schemes are learner centred. They require individuals to set learning goals that align to professional competencies, or personal development objectives. These schemes also list different ways to achieve the learning goals e.g. training courses, seminars or e:learning, which enables an individual to complete their CPD through their preferred mode of learning.

    The majority of Input and Output based schemes actively encourage individuals to seek appropriate CPD activities independently.

    As a formal provider of CPD certified activities, SAE Media Group can provide an indication of the learning benefit gained and the typical completion. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the delegate to evaluate their learning, and record it correctly in line with their professional body’s or employers requirements.

    GLOBAL CPD

    Increasingly, international and emerging markets are ‘professionalising’ their workforces and looking to the UK to benchmark educational standards. The undertaking of CPD is now increasingly expected of any individual employed within today’s global marketplace.

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    We can provide a certificate for all our accredited events. To request a CPD certificate for a conference , workshop, master classes you have attended please email events@saemediagroup.com

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