The National Recycling coalition is proud to announce that we are the National Partner for the 3rd Annual 2026 Zero Waste Forum, organized by Race to Zero Waste in partnership with Park City Utah, National Recycling Coalition and GreenEducation.US. The Forum is a convergence of thought-provoking zero waste leaders, national experts and youth advocates all working towards a waste-free world.
Registration is open! NRC Members receive a 20% discount by using these codes at check-out
- Full Registration: NRCMEMBERRATE
- April 22 only: NRCAPRIL22MEMBER
- April 23 only: NRCAPRIL23MEMBER
Register for the Zero Waste Forum here
Explore Education, Networking & Sustainable Practices
Join Race to Zero Waste (R20W), National Recycling Coalition, GreenEducation.US, and Park City for the 2026 Zero Waste Forum. The event is an opportunity to collaborate and network with local, national, and international zero waste practitioners. The program builds on conversations around zero waste, during Earth Month. The Zero Waste Forum will feature engaging expert speakers, a sustainability tour, Zero Waste Expo, youth led toxic-free living workshop, networking, an award ceremony and much more.
The Zero Waste Forum is a platform to address the challenges of the next decade, bringing together diverse stakeholders to explore scalable, equitable, collaborative solutions that support circular economy goals across communities, businesses, and municipalities.
This Year’s Zero Waste Forum Will Explore:
- Innovative food waste rescue and diversion programs powered by public, private, and nonprofit partnerships, emphasizing collaboration over regulatory mandates
- Strengthen and empower indigenous voices in the zero waste movement
- Viable reusable systems for food service, lodging, and outdoor recreation
- Reuse infrastructure and the coordination needed to make it happen at a local level
- Supporting and growing green businesses in a circular, tourism-based economy
- Work with youth led advocacy to organize a workshop
- Provide practical solutions to waste reduction efforts in Park City and the region
2026 Zero Waste Forum Program
Join Race to Zero Waste and partners for the 2026 Zero Waste Forum. The Forum will include three engaging days of zero waste collaboration, education, and fun, while building on zero waste during Earth Month! This event includes a sustainability tour, Zero Waste Expo, esteemed international speakers affiliated with the Zero Waste International Alliance, Zero Waste Labs, local Summit County zero waste businesses and organizations, youth-led toxic-free workshop, award ceremony, and more!
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Zero Waste Forum is Race to Zero Waste’s annual flagship event and a notable part of Earth Month events. Hosted in a new region each year, the Forum brings together changemakers, local leaders, and international voices for two days of panels, workshops, networking, and activations that advance zero waste practices and systems.
Your sponsorship supports community engagement, knowledge sharing, and accessibility. Join us in shaping the future of zero waste and circular solutions.
In addition to the benefits below, your sponsorship includes opportunities to:
- Align with a mission-driven movement rooted in climate justice and waste reduction.
- Be recognized across Forum programming, press, and social media outreach.
- Connect with a national network of leaders, advocates, and solution-seekers.
- Support equity in storytelling by funding scholarships and travel stipends for grassroots leaders.
- Demonstrate your commitment to circular systems through speaking opportunities, tabling, and brand visibility.
Whether you’re a small business, community organization, or global brand, there’s a tier that matches your impact goals and budget. Explore our sponsorship levels below, starting at just $500.
To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please email [email protected] or [email protected]
We look forward to working with you in advancing the goals of Zero Waste Forum 2026 and driving impactful change.
