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Financing Climate Action Conference
Florian Bieberbach, Katharina Habersbrunner, Philippe FOURNAND, Kai Latussek, Lin O'Grady, Marieta Homann, Wojciech Deska, Sonja Stuchtey, Christine Kugler, Giorgia Rambelli, Edith Guedella Bustamante, Jari Moate, Caroline Breit, Andrea Stürmer, Roland Hunziker Tewes Nick
The Financing Climate Action Conference unites city officials, financiers and project developers to disect the multi-trillion Euro climate finance gap and explore why financiers struggle to find investable projects, while project owners cannot easily access finance. Discuss ways on how to mobilize capital for city transformation and climate action.
Exhibitor: Landeshauptstadt München
ICM - Room 5
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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Financing Climate Action Session I: Breaking down the Climate Finance Gap in European Cities
Lin O'Grady, Marieta Homann, Christine Kugler, Sonja Stuchtey Giorgia Rambelli
Dissects the multi-trillion Euro finance gap cities need to close to reach their net zero targets. Get inspired by the panel and meet the network during the networking coffee break in this first session of the Financing Climate Action Conference.
Exhibitor: Landeshauptstadt München
ICM - Room 5
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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Our four-part panel focuses on PFAS. A keynote will highlight the latest regulatory developments. This will be followed by insights into the "pump and treat" method from a well construction company, innovative products for PFAS removal, and the latest research findings.
Partner: Association of Companies for Gas and Water Technologies (figawa)
Blue Stage (B2)
Plant engineering and processes for drinking and process water supply
09:30
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The Role of Circular Economy within the Clean Industrial Deal:
Pathways from Regulation to Industrial Transformation
Partner: Messe München GmbH
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
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Carbon Dioxide Removal in Municipal Wastewater Treatment: Unlock Operational Advantages
Nicholas Nelson
Adding calcium carbonate to activated sludge processes can enhance wastewater treatment operations. By integrating carbon dioxide removal with wastewater management, we present an innovative way to address climate challenges while simultaneously improving operational efficiency and creating synergies in wastewater treatment processes.
Exhibitor: Omya International AG
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
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Lernen Sie den Bund der Wasserstoff-Regionen kennen und erfahren Sie mit Hilfe von drei Impulsvorträgen, weshalb es für Kommunen lohnt auf Wasserstoff zu setzen.
Partner: German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water (DVGW)
Exhibitor: Bund der Wasserstoffregionen
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
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Young and old show their skills in various disciplines that reflect the everyday life of a wastewater technology specialist. In this way, they not only advertise this important profession, but also motivate each other and grow in their tasks.
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
Water Skills - Professional Competitions (DWA)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
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Report from the Regional Forum on March 30 at the APM Recycling Center in Teltow. The Regional Waste Management Forum 2026 is a new, practical exchange platform organized by the VKU – Waste Management and Urban Cleanliness Association (VKS e.V.) for everyone actively advancing the circular economy—whether or not they are VKU members.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Logistics & waste collection
09:30
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The exclusive half-day programme “Explore & Connect Textiles” at IFAT Munich 2026 offers a focused exploration of the current challenges and solutions in the circular textile economy – featuring a keynote speech, a guided tour, practical in-depth sessions and networking in small groups.
Partner: Messe München GmbH
B6 Lounge
Recycling of substances and materials
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Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, Fuchs Terex, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Jenz, Komptech, Sennebogen, Vermeer Corporation und Willibald.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Reduction of resource consumption
09:45
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The VDBUM is dedicating its trade fair appearance at IFAT Munich 2026 to emission-free sewer construction. The demonstrations will showcase the latest technologies, innovative energy concepts, and practical solutions that help companies operate construction sites with increasingly low CO₂ emissions or completely emission-free. The focus will not only be on alternative drive systems, but also on intelligent process chains and equipment that enable efficient and sustainable sewer construction.
Outdoor Exhibition Area FS.910
Partner: Verband der Baubranche, Umwelt- und Maschinentechnik e. V. (VDBUM)
Kanalbau ohne Emission (VDBUM)
Road maintenance and operation
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What if you could treat your toughest wastewater streams with fewer chemicals, less space, and better results?
At IFAT, Clean Water Technology will take you inside the GEM® System—a primary treatment solution that doesn't just compete with DAF, SAF, or CAF. It outperforms them.
We'll show you how the GEM® System is solving the industry's most challenging wastewater problems—biogas, ethanol, rendering, and petroleum—and introduce you to our next-generation EGSB technology for advanced treatment.
If you're ready to move beyond legacy systems, this session is for you.
Exhibitor: Clean Water Technology, S.L.U.
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
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Building information modeling for wastewater treatment plants and network planning
Cloud-based data analysis for control & resource efficiency
Early warning systems for overload, backwater & heavy rain
Tour Guide: Dr. Friedrich Hetzel
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
Solution Tours
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
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Experience how AI and robotics are revolutionizing waste sorting – increasing efficiency, improving recovery, enhancing safety and reducing manual labor. This tour highlights intelligent systems that are reshaping modern recycling operations.
Tour Guide: Bruno Rudnik
Exhibitor: Startups
Solution Tours
Logistics & waste collection
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Truck in Action Show – experience it live!
At IFAT Munich 2026, VAK e.V. will be presenting state-of-the-art municipal and work vehicles – from road sweepers and refuse collection vehicles to specialised technology for pipe and sewer cleaning – live in action at the Truck in Action Show, bringing the future of the industry to life.
Partner: Verband der Arbeitsgeräte- und Kommunalfahrzeug-Industrie e.V. (VAK e.V.)
The Truck in Action Show (VAK)
Logistics & waste collection
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The international student competition connects young talents from all over the world and offers the unique opportunity of competing, learning, and networking with senior experts from science and the industry.
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
World University Challenge (EWE)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
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In the Pipeline Challenge, teams from pipeline construction companies, training institutions, utilities, and network operators compete in their profession. Prospective specialists as well as trained workers in the pipeline construction industry with less than ten years of experience showcase their skills to a wide audience.
The challenge provides a practical demonstration of how technical expertise, modern materials, and innovative laying techniques come together on a pipeline construction site.
Partner: Rohrleitungsbauverband (rbv)
Leitungsbau Challenge (rbv)
Plant engineering and processes for drinking and process water supply
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Testing Institute for Wastewater Technology
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA Stand (B2.127)
Management and operation of water and wastewater systems
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Vincenzo Guareschi Geddes da Filicaia (Tenax International Spa) will report about
- Real-world experience with electric fleets
- Operational challenges (range, charging, TCO)
- Concrete usage data
- Impact on municipalities
Partner: EUnited - European Engineering Industries Association
EUnited Municipal Stage (C6.252)
Road maintenance and operation
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AWM regards environmental education as a key component of modern waste management. The presentation showcases the various educational programs for kindergarten and primary school children, which teach knowledge about waste prevention, proper waste sorting, and sustainable behavior in a playful and engaging way.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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World Bank Procurement Roadshow in Germany 2026: Roundtable Discussion Waste Management and Circular Economy
The Roundtable will give practical insights into World Bank Group (WBG) procurement processes and business opportunities in waste management and circular economy, presented by WBG sector and procurement experts. The discussion will explore how companies can benefit from WBG procurement opportunities in waste management and circular economy projects
Partner: German Recycling Technologies and Waste Management Partnership e.V. (German RETech)
C61 - Conference room
Recycling of substances and materials
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The presentation provides a technical overview of the WIMA product portfolio in processing technology. Using practical examples, it demonstrates how individual machines can be combined into functional system solutions and integrated into complete plant concepts.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Reduction of resource consumption
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Separate what needs to be separated
VDMA Services GmbH - Fachverband VtMA, Friedrich Edelmeier, Thomas Dotterweich, Stefan Reber, Peter Gebhart VDMA Services GmbH - Fachverband VtMA
Three examples from industry focus on selected innovative technologies that aim to develop process engineering approaches for the safe removal of critical substances (e.g., microplastics, PFAS) from the valuable resource of water.
A moderated session featuring presentations by H2O GmbH, INVENT Umwelt- und Verfahrenstechnik AG, HAVER & BOECKER OHG.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Blue Stage (B2)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
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Machine-to-machine communication and digitalisation to increase the recycling of packaging waste
Julia Stadler, PAVEAU Laetitia
A functioning circular economy is only possible through digitalisation. In order to lay the foundations for more efficient and transparent recycling processes, numerous players in the industry have joined forces to enable intelligent sorting and seamless data exchange.
The common goal: better recycling.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Orange Stage (A5)
Reduction of resource consumption
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At TechLIFT, innovative manufacturers present the latest technologies and solutions for current challenges in drinking water supply and discuss them with experts against the backdrop of specific operational applications.
Partner: German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water (DVGW)
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for drinking and process water supply
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New processes and systems need new expertise. In order to prepare the work force for a future with hydrogen, special training programmes are vital. How to create Experts will be part of this talk given by Markus Lermen (DVGW).
Partner: German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water (DVGW)
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
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Moderation:
Friedrich Hetzel, DWA
Speaker:
Dipl.-Ing. Andreas Giga, EMSCHERGENOSSENSCHAFT (KlimaWerk)
Dipl.-Ing. Ingo Schwerdorf StEB Köln
Grit Rudas, Berliner Wasserbetriebe, Regenwasseragentur
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA/DVGW WaterStage (EWE.5)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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Autonomous truck was developed to perform scheduled cleaning operations in predefined zones within a closed area. Using front and rear mounted 2 LiDAR sensors, cameras, and sensor fusion techniques, the vehicle was designed to navigate safely, detect its surroundings, and execute cleaning tasks without continuous driver intervention.
Partner: EUnited - European Engineering Industries Association
EUnited Municipal Stage (C6.252)
Road maintenance and operation
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Hall 2, Munich’s second-hand department store, serves as a central hub for reuse and sustainable living. This presentation discusses the challenges of implementing reuse initiatives within local neighborhoods.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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22nd EWA Symposium Session 3: Advancing the Water Resilience Strategy – Efficiency, Innovation & Recovery
Ludwig Dinkloh
Europe’s water systems are under pressure—from climate-driven storm surges to aging infrastructure and emerging contaminants. At IFAT 2026, the European Water Association will take the European Water Resilience Strategy and its Water Efficiency Principle, as base to discuss these challenges head-on.
Partner: European Water Association (EWA)
B12 - Conference room
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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Financing Climate Action Session II: Understanding Capital Supply and Demand of Climate Finance in Cities
Katharina Habersbrunner, Kai Latussek, Wojciech Deska, Edith Guedella Bustamante, Roland Hunziker, Andrea Stürmer
Get to the nuts and bolts of climate finance in cities from both sides – capital demand and capital supply. Panellists discuss why investors have money but lack projects, while implementers have projects but lack finance in this second session of the Financing Climate Action Conference.
Exhibitor: Landeshauptstadt München
ICM - Room 5
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: CBI Europe, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Komptech, Lindner Recyclingtech, Steinert, Terex Ecotec, Untha shredding technology, Vecoplan, Vermeer Corporation
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Reduction of resource consumption
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Green electricity and wastewater treatment plants offer diverse synergies for hydrogen production. Treated wastewater can be used as purified water for electrolyzers, while the oxygen generated provides potential for use in aerobic treatment processes. The technical boundary conditions for direct integration still need to be clarified.
Exhibitor: Engler-Bunte-Institut
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
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Extended Producer Responsibility: Innovative and Environmentally Focused EPR for the Textile Industry
Jonas Stracke, Sascha Roth, Rummler Julia Haas
The national implementation of the Waste Framework Directive (EU) 2025/1892 is sparking heated debate. This session examines from the perspective of manufacturers and the recycling industry, how the legislation should oblige textile manufacturers to take responsibility for the disposal of end-of-life textiles within a practical EPR system.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
Circular Textiles - spotlight area (BDE & textil+mode, A6)
Recycling of substances and materials
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VDMA Spotlight Panel: Battery Recycling
Xavier Kohll, Michael Zettl, Alexander Krieger VDMA Services GmbH - Fachverband VtMA
Gain an insight into battery recycling with our speakers from the fields of air pollution control, recycling and process engineering. Where does the future lie and what challenges do the industries have to face? Put your questions to our three experts.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Stage (B4.250)
Recycling of substances and materials
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From Product Logic to Platform – Rethinking Municipal Cleaning with CleanCity.io
Hannah Spoeskes Frank Diedrich
Cities are under growing pressure: sustainability goals, labour shortages and rising complexity demand new solutions. Cleanliness is vital for citizens, as it shapes quality of life and sense of safety. The lecture shows how CleanCity.io is shaping the transition to a digital platform and taking a holistic, data-driven, and networked approach to urban cleaning.
Partner: EUnited - European Engineering Industries Association
EUnited Municipal Stage (C6.252)
Road maintenance and operation
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Overregulation in the EU: The Case of Schnacke
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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Implementation of Resource oriented Sanitation Systems (ROS) in Europe
Nadège de Chambrier, Mario Wolf, Alicja Yogendran
The session focuses on the international development and practical implementation of re-source-oriented sanitation systems (ROS) and highlights their importance for future water and wastewater management.
Moderation:
Andreas Aicher Hochschule Hof
Speaker:
Mario Wolf, Bauhaus University Weimar
Nadège de Chambrier, VunaNexus AG, Switzerland
Panel:
Vortragende der Impulse & Alicija Yogendran, HamburgWasser
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA/DVGW WaterStage (EWE.5)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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The presentation will give an overview of the:
Project
Equipment
Energy supply
Learnings
Failings
Mission/Vision
It is a job site report and will tell stories from the site from those who did the site.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Reduction of resource consumption
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Water4All-Partnership – European Innovations and Solutions
Sommer Harald, Stine Göransson Aanrud, Petzold Anne, Simon Frank, Niklas Trautmann
The Water4All partnership includes 90 institutions from 32 countries and three European networks. It aims to secure long-term water supplies by promoting innovations in water-related research. The session will provide an update on past activities and the upcoming third phase of the partnership.
Partner: Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR)
Blue Stage (B2)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
11:30
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Discussion with experts on the pros and cons of the role of thermal waste treatment in the carbon cycle. Why is it so difficult to avoid CO2 emissions in sustainable heat planning? On the other hand, what could an ecological solution look like from a technical perspective, and what administrative effort would this entail?
Partner: Umweltcluster Bayern
Orange Stage (A5)
Energy recovery
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Game-Changing Sustainability: How Xylem and Manchester City are advancing digital water solutions and reuse.
Ruth Clarke, Jeremy Way
Since 2018, Xylem have been the Official Water Technology Partner of Manchester City, working together to highlight and solve global water issues. The session will discuss the successes of the partnership to date and will highlight how Xylem’s integrated solutions—pumping, treatment, sensors, and digital platform— are helping the Club's sustainability efforts on campus in Manchester.
Exhibitor: Xylem Inc.
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
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E-MetO – Electrolysis and biological methanisation at the Schönerlinde sewage treatment plant in Berlin
Heinrich Gürtler
The E-MetO project demonstrates the integrated operation of a power-to-gas concept at the Schönerlinde wastewater treatment plant. In addition to the operation of electrolysis and biological methanisation, the focus is on the treatment of sewage plant effluent for electrolysis and the use of electrolysis oxygen in ozone generation.
Exhibitor: Berliner Wasserbetriebe
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
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Circular construction and renovation: Competitiveness through resource efficiency
Freya Sternkopf, Christina Dornack
Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Christina Dornack, Director of the Institute of Waste Management and Circular Economy at Technische Universität Dresden and member of the German Advisory Council on the Environment, provides insights into the report on circular construction published in April. The focus is on economic opportunities, impulses for revising the Substitute Construction Materials Ordinance, and green public procurement.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
BDE Stage (A6.241)
Recycling of substances and materials
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Sustainable Winter Service Operations Reducing carbon footprint by increasing brine concentration
Robert Dorgelo Frank Diedrich
Sustainability has various levels, but each level requires investment. To achieve an effective reduction in CO2 emissions, reducing salt usage and optimizing routes are of great importance. These measures are low-hanging fruit and can be achieved with limited investment.
Partner: EUnited - European Engineering Industries Association
EUnited Municipal Stage (C6.252)
Reduction of resource consumption
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The collection of old textiles is undergoing a major shift due to changes in legislation, a collapsed market, and suddenly large volumes of clothing ending up at the municipal sanitation service. New solutions now need to be developed to prepare for a future, potentially nationwide, take-back system.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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Recycling Pays Off—But Why, Exactly?
This presentation introduces a communications campaign, highlighting current challenges, surprising insights, and how modern messaging—through witty slogans and impactful designs—can motivate people to take action themselves.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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Let us talk about revamps!
We help wastewater treatment plants get more from the blowers they already own. By upgrading the internal design of your blowers, we align performance with today’s air needs—reducing energy use, improving reliability, and avoiding major equipment replacements. It’s a fast, cost effective way to boost efficiency and support your plant’s sustainability goals.
Exhibitor: Howden Turbo GmbH
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
12:00
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Conference
Important ion exchange resin properties for membrane electrolysis (PEM) installations
Hans-Jürgen Wedemeyer
For a safe operation and long lifespan of the PEM system, an effectiv water treatment with ion exchange resins (IXR) is necessary. Very important aspects for the selection of the right resin are thermal stability, operating capacity, and TOC release. The speaker will show the influence of special PEM water cycle conditions for IXR installations.
Exhibitor: LANXESS Deutschland GmbH
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
12:00
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Conference
An impressive live demonstration of high-quality recycling of construction and demolition waste.
Represented companies: Arjes, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, EuRec environmental technology, JCB, Kleemann, Komplet, Rockster, Sennebogen, Volvo Construction Equipment, WIMA Wilsdruffer Maschinen- und Anlagenbau, Zemmler Siebanlagen, Zeppelin Baumaschinen
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Crushing Zone (VDMA)
Reduction of resource consumption
12:00
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Conference
The VDBUM is dedicating its trade fair appearance at IFAT Munich 2026 to emission-free sewer construction. The demonstrations will showcase the latest technologies, innovative energy concepts, and practical solutions that help companies operate construction sites with increasingly low CO₂ emissions or completely emission-free. The focus will not only be on alternative drive systems, but also on intelligent process chains and equipment that enable efficient and sustainable sewer construction.
Outdoor Exhibition Area FS.910
Partner: Verband der Baubranche, Umwelt- und Maschinentechnik e. V. (VDBUM)
Kanalbau ohne Emission (VDBUM)
Road maintenance and operation
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Conference
DWA Stand (B2.127)
Management and operation of water and wastewater systems
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Conference
Innovations Forum 3 - Regional phosphorus recycling
Moderation:
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Johannes Pinnekamp, RWTH Aachen University
Speaker:
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Dockhorn, Technische Universität Braunschweig
Dr. rer. nat. Hannes Herzel, Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing
Dr.-Ing. Yvonne Schneider, Ruhrverband
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA) , German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water (DVGW)
Blue Stage (B2)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
12:30
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Market incentives for plastics recycling
Andreas Bruckschen, Timothy Glaz, Georg Pescher, Henning Wilts
A circular economy and the increased use of recycled materials can strengthen the plastics industry's independence from raw materials, make it more resilient, and protect the environment and climate. The German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU) presents a recent report outlining the market incentives now needed for plastics recycling.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE), German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU)
Orange Stage (A5)
Reduction of resource consumption
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Extreme weather events, rising efficiency requirements and increasing pressure on resources are presenting fundamental challenges for water infrastructure. This presentation examines how resilient, energy-efficient and intelligently controlled infrastructure along the entire water cycle, supported by integrated solution approaches, can help to increase security of supply and minimise risks in the long term.
Exhibitor: Wilo Group
Green Stage (C4)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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Green hydrogen will play a key role in the environmental and circular economy due to its versatile function as an energy carrier, storage medium and feedstock. As an ideal complement to electrons across the energy system, hydrogen can contribute to defossilization in various sectors, thereby preserving and protecting our environment. Nevertheless, a number of challenges still need to be overcome before hydrogen and its derivates can realize their full potential within the energy system and in the environmental and circular economy.
Exhibitor: Zentrum Wasserstoff.Bayern (H2.B)
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Reduction of resource consumption
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Innovation and Water Operators' Partnerships (WOPs) as Engines of Transformation for Utilities
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA Stand (B2.127)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
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We examine the goals of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for textiles and the associated potential environmental requirements. Based on the initial findings of a project funded by the German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU) in collaboration with GRS PRO, we discuss the opportunities and challenges of textile recycling, in particular waste reduction, the promotion of the circular economy, the development of durable, recyclable textiles, and the requirements for the effective implementation of EPR.
Exhibitor: Gesamtverband Textil und Mode (t+m)
Green Stage (C4)
Recycling of substances and materials
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Hydrocarbons are the building blocks of our bodies, the objects around us and the fuels we use in our daily lives. To build sustainable hydrocarbons in a fossil-free future, re-use of waste CO2 combination with renewable hydrogen is essential. This presentation will provide some examples of the technologies and value chains that enable recycling of waste CO2.
Exhibitor: sbh4 GmbH
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
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13:20
Conference
Next generation automated sorting, tracing & closed-loop recycling technologies for non-rewearable textiles autoloop
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Circular Textile Handling - spotlight area (VDMA, B4)
Reduction of resource consumption
13:00
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13:50
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13:50
Conference
Autonomous vehicle systems are developing rapidly – but what does that mean in concrete terms for municipal use? The development of autonomous vehicle systems is progressing at a rapid pace – what works today on test tracks and in the logistics sector could soon become a reality in municipal applications. But is the industry ready?
Partner: Verband der Arbeitsgeräte- und Kommunalfahrzeug-Industrie e.V. (VAK e.V.)
The Truck in Action Show (VAK)
Logistics & waste collection
13:00
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13:50
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13:50
Conference
Commercial Waste Ordinance: Utilizing an important source of raw materials
Henner Buhck, Isabella Lemperle, Andreas Dous, Bastian Maier Jens Loschwitz
The amendment to the German Commercial Waste Ordinance is being delayed. But speed is essential: The largely untapped raw material potential of the valuable material stream from the commercial sector must be utilized for the circular economy. Recycled raw materials are of strategic importance, not least for a more resilient production location in Germany.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
BDE Stage (A6.241)
Recycling of substances and materials
13:00
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13:30
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13:30
Conference
Science Corner: From Project to Practice – How Reuse Becomes a Key Pillar of the Circular City
Britta Peters
Science Corner: From Project to Practice – How Reuse Becomes a Key Pillar of the Circular City
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
13:30
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14:20
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14:20
Conference
Membrane technology for climate protection and mitigation of climate change impacts
DGMT Deutsche Gesellschaft für Membrantechnik e.V., Norbert Selzer, Franziska Blauth, Daniel Breite, Christine Kleffner
Water interacts with climate in different ways. Treatment processes consume resources, require energy, or directly contribute to climate change by releasing greenhouse gases. The use of membranes has the potential to support adaptation strategies and minimize negative effects.
Partner: German Society for Membrane Technology (DGMT)
Blue Stage (B2)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
13:30
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14:20
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14:20
Conference
Circular economy for Germany as an industrial hub
Thorsten Feldt, Martin Faulstich, Claas Oehlmann Andreas Bruckschen
tbd.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
Orange Stage (A5)
Reduction of resource consumption
13:30
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13:50
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13:50
Conference
Water scarcity is increasingly becoming a global challenge. Measures for water recovery and reuse are therefore crucial in order to conserve resources. The presentation highlights practical solutions and key challenges.
Exhibitor: REMONDIS SE & Co. KG
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
13:30
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15:00
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15:00
Conference
AI systems for network control, digital twins, building information modeling
Cybersecurity for critical infrastructures
Cloud-based monitoring and process control
Tour Guide: Peter Frenz
Partner: German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water (DVGW)
Solution Tours
Plant engineering and processes for drinking and process water supply
13:30
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15:00
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15:00
Conference
Alternative drives in practice
Autonomous and semi-automated systems
System integration & cooperation
Tour Guide: Anna Breimer
Partner: Verband der Arbeitsgeräte- und Kommunalfahrzeug-Industrie e.V. (VAK e.V.)
Solution Tours
Road maintenance and operation
13:30
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13:45
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13:45
Conference
Science Corner: REFURN: Measuring the climate impact of reuse – LCA results for used furniture
Fadwa Kassem
Science Corner: REFURN: Measuring the climate impact of reuse – LCA results for used furniture
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
13:45
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14:35
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14:35
Conference
Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, Fuchs Terex, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Jenz, Komptech, Sennebogen, Vermeer Corporation und Willibald.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Reduction of resource consumption
13:45
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14:00
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14:00
Conference
Science Corner: Circular Economy Office – Circular Office Furniture as a Driver for Circular Cities
Britta Peters
Science Corner: Circular Economy Office – Circular Office Furniture as a Driver for Circular Cities
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
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14:20
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14:20
Conference
This session introduces a new digital waste container management system featuring an electronic lock controlled via a mobile app. Key benefits include remote operation, app-based user management, scheduled locking periods, and integrated alarm/messaging functions. Field-test data from Europe will highlight the system's reliability in challenging conditions and user feedback. The presentation will conclude with insights on how this technology can reduce costs, improve route planning, and minimize contamination in waste collection.
Exhibitor: S. Franzen Söhne GmbH
Green Stage (C4)
Logistics & waste collection
14:00
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14:20
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14:20
Conference
ANDRITZ as EPC for H2 systems from A – Z including pumps for Hydrogen applications.
Exhibitor: ANDRITZ
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Reduction of resource consumption
14:00
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16:10
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16:10
Conference
Truck in Action Show – experience it live!
At IFAT Munich 2026, VAK e.V. will be presenting state-of-the-art municipal and work vehicles – from road sweepers and refuse collection vehicles to specialised technology for pipe and sewer cleaning – live in action at the Truck in Action Show, bringing the future of the industry to life.
Partner: Verband der Arbeitsgeräte- und Kommunalfahrzeug-Industrie e.V. (VAK e.V.)
The Truck in Action Show (VAK)
Logistics & waste collection
14:00
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14:35
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14:35
Conference
The VDBUM is dedicating its trade fair appearance at IFAT Munich 2026 to emission-free sewer construction. The demonstrations will showcase the latest technologies, innovative energy concepts, and practical solutions that help companies operate construction sites with increasingly low CO₂ emissions or completely emission-free. The focus will not only be on alternative drive systems, but also on intelligent process chains and equipment that enable efficient and sustainable sewer construction.
Outdoor Exhibition Area FS.910
Partner: Verband der Baubranche, Umwelt- und Maschinentechnik e. V. (VDBUM)
Kanalbau ohne Emission (VDBUM)
Road maintenance and operation
14:00
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14:45
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14:45
Conference
As end-of-life EV batteries surge, current manual recycling is unsafe and uneconomical. This proposal outlines a large-scale, automated framework that adapts manufacturing principles to mitigate risks, boost throughput, and ensure the economic viability of a circular economy for batteries.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Stage (B4.250)
Reduction of resource consumption
14:00
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14:50
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14:50
Conference
Deep Dive on Energy (Based on the BDI-BCG Circular Economy Study)
Tara Nitz, Karsten Kurth, Dirk Böttner-Langolf, Nadine Braun Susanna Minato-Torkler , Jury Flickenschild
The BDI-BCG study “Growth, Competitiveness, and Resilience: Opportunities of the Circular Economy for German Industry” examines the strategies needed to embed the circular economy across sectors in Germany. The Energy Deep Dive presents the findings from the study as they apply to the energy industry.
Partner: BDI Initiative Circular Economy of Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie e. V. (BDI)
BDE Stage (A6.241)
Reduction of resource consumption
14:00
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14:50
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14:50
Conference
Flexbed Filter - Versatile solutions for water treatment, reuse, and the fourth stage of purification
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA Stand (B2.127)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:00
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14:30
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14:30
Conference
Whether through waste counseling, environmental education, neighborhood days, or the thrift store, BSR leverages multiple measures within its overall Reuse Strategy to transform Berlin into a zero-waste capital with a functioning circular economy.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:00
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16:00
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16:00
Conference
Financing Climate Action Session III: Streamlining Climate Finance in Cities: Bundling, Blending and Bridging
Florian Bieberbach, Philippe FOURNAND, Jari Moate, Caroline Breit
Discover and discuss processes to streamline climate finance in cities through bundling, blending, and bridging. Get inspired by new city finance vehicles across Europe and engage in interactive discussions on optimizing financing processes in this third session of the Financing Climate Action Conference.
Exhibitor: Landeshauptstadt München
ICM - Room 5
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
14:15
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14:45
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14:45
Conference
Asphalt as a valuable material in the circular economy: The presentation demonstrates how operators can achieve higher RAP rates with integrated recycling production systems, save resources and CO₂, and simultaneously enhance economic efficiency and process reliability – smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Reduction of resource consumption
14:30
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15:20
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15:20
Conference
Strengthening water and wastewater services worldwide – opportunities through international water operator partnerships
Franziska Meinzinger Boris Greifeneder
Water Operator Partnerships strengthen water and sanitation services worldwide through hands-on knowledge exchange. This session highlights opportunities for municipal and private companies, and development agencies, sharing experiences from ongoing partnerships and their benefits for sustainable service delivery.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
Blue Stage (B2)
Management and operation of water and wastewater systems
14:30
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15:20
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15:20
Conference
The fashion industry faces the challenge of becoming more sustainable. The session "Textile Recycling and Circular Economy for a Better Future" focuses on innovative recycling technologies, new best-practice business models, and strategies for closing textile material cycles.
Partner: Bavarian State Ministry of the Environment and Consumer Protection (StMUV), Bayerisches Landesamt für Umwelt (LfU)
Orange Stage (A5)
Reduction of resource consumption
14:30
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14:50
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14:50
Conference
Over the past few decades, the role of hazardous waste treatment plants has shifted from merely disposing of waste to recovering heat and materials. Compliance with the latest environmental regulations and the demand for greener chemistry has prompted stakeholders to expand their technological capabilities. Consequently, kilns, heat recovery systems and flue gas treatment systems have been adapted to meet these demands, and are now more closely aligned with chemical plants than incinerators.
Exhibitor: Raschka Engineering Ltd.
Green Stage (C4)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:30
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15:20
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15:20
Conference
Water for Hydrogen – Global projects and perspectives on water treatment
Gerd Sagawe, Edwin Locker, Wolfgang Schleifenbaum, Ralf Wnuk
International case studies demonstrate how water is treated for hydrogen production – from the perspectives of research, plant engineering, and operations. The panel offers insights into technical solutions, challenges related to water scarcity, and global market outlooks.
Partner: German Water Partnership (GWP)
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Plant engineering and processes for drinking and process water supply
14:30
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15:30
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15:30
Conference
The event ‘Eco-design in the Textile Sector’ provides practical guidance on how to develop products that are suitable for the circular economy and recycling. The focus is on design for recycling, material selection and well-thought-out product design, as well as their impact on sorting processes and recycling.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
Circular Textiles - spotlight area (BDE & textil+mode, A6)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:30
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15:20
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15:20
Conference
Water Reuse – Fit for Market
Moderation:
Dr. Timo Dilly, SWIS Sustainable Water Infrastructure Solutions GmbH
Speaker:
Phillip Rack, Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
Laura Sustersic, Technical Advisor GIZ, India
Prof. Dr. Jörg E. Drewes, Technische Universität München (TUM)
Dirk Loose, PROAGUA, Peru
Junge DWA
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA/DVGW WaterStage (EWE.5)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
14:30
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14:45
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14:45
Conference
Science Corner: Where Are the Critical Raw Materials in Waste? Assessment and Classification of Recycling Projects Using SARA4UNFC
Science Corner: Where Are the Critical Raw Materials in Waste? Assessment and Classification of Recycling Projects Using SARA4UNFC
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
14:35
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15:40
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15:40
Conference
Experience it live: Processing technology for waste wood.
Represented companies: CBI Europe, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, HAAS Recycling-Systems, Komptech, Lindner Recyclingtech, Steinert, Terex Ecotec, Untha shredding technology, Vecoplan, Vermeer Corporation
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Praxistage (VDMA)
Reduction of resource consumption
14:45
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15:00
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15:00
Conference
Fees, Incentives, and Guidance: Why People Do (or Don’t) Separate Waste Correctly
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Logistics & waste collection
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15:00
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15:20
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15:20
Conference
The underrated powerhouse: The Ruhr was long known for coal and steel, but today it's North Rhine-Westphalia’s strongest region for the environmental economy. Its strengths lie in experience and innovation. We’ll show how large companies across all sectors and Germany's densest university landscape offer opportunities for the environmental economy.
Exhibitor: Business Metropole Ruhr GmbH
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
15:00
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15:30
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15:30
Conference
Next Level Sorting starts before Sorting: How feeding & screening increase profit in metal recycling
Markus Döbbelt
Sorting performance starts long before the sorting technology. Discover how precise material feeding and exact size classification can boost purity, throughput and profits – and why leading recyclers already rely on this approach.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Stage (B4.250)
Reduction of resource consumption
15:00
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15:50
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15:50
Conference
Podcast with Grit Rudas from the Berlin Rainwater Agency on the topic of water-conscious urban development
Moderation
Friedrich Hetzel
Gast
Grit Rudas
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA Stand (B2.127)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
15:00
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15:50
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15:50
Conference
SCADA as a Service - resilient, safe and scalable! The Watermanagement of the City Novi Sad
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA Stand (B2.127)
Management and operation of water and wastewater systems
15:00
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15:30
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15:30
Conference
Influencer marketing offers AWM the opportunity to reach citizens who are rarely engaged through traditional public relations. Formats such as Influencer Days create unique experiences—for example, when content creators accompany the waste collection service and gain firsthand insight into the daily work routine.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Logistics & waste collection
15:15
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15:45
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15:45
Conference
Digital transformation in machinery manufacturing: driving efficiency through end-to-end processes
Markus Petelinc
Digital transformation in environmental machinery manufacturing is the central focus, with particular emphasis on the seamless integration of processes across the entire product lifecycle. The presentation addresses current challenges in production, sourcing, quality assurance, and international service. It shows how an end-to-end management platform can connect these areas and enable more consistent process control.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Reduction of resource consumption
15:30
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16:20
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16:20
Conference
Wastewater heat recovery
Potential, practice, and prospects for sustainable heat supply
Moderation:
Dr. Jan Butz, Klinger + Partner Ingenieurbüro für Bauwesen und Umwelttechnik GmbH
Speaker:
Dipl. Ing. Mag. Christoph Segalla, Wien Energie GmbH
Rouven Zeus M.Sc., Uhrig Energie GmbH
Pal Kiss, Veolia
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
Blue Stage (B2)
Reduction of resource consumption
15:30
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16:20
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16:20
Conference
Panel “Fast fashion, slow progress? Scaling EU circularity in textiles” at IFAT explores how to reconcile cheap, high-volume fashion with EU ambitions. Industry, brands, policymakers & NGOs debate recycling tech, EPR, trade, and the future of circular textiles.
Partner: Federal Association for Secondary Raw Materials and Waste Management (bvse), Recycling Europe (ehem. EuRIC)
Orange Stage (A5)
Reduction of resource consumption
15:30
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15:50
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15:50
Conference
Short- and ultra-short-chain PFAS present a growing compliance challenge: their small size, mobility, and resistance to conventional treatment allow them to evade removal as regulations expand beyond legacy PFAS. Oxyle presents a modular approach combining concentration with advanced photochemical destruction to permanently eliminate them.
Exhibitor: Oxyle
Green Stage (C4)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
15:30
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15:50
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15:50
Conference
Decarbonisation and the achievement of net-zero targets present a growing challenge for municipalities and contractors. In this session, Bucher Municipal will share key learnings and outline its future vision for the use of hydrogen fuel as an alternative to electrification in delivering zero-emission sweeping solutions.
Exhibitor: Bucher Municipal
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
15:30
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17:00
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17:00
Conference
Leakage detection and determination of water losses (Infrastructure Leakage Index ILI)
Refurbishment and repair methods, and condition assessment (life cycle)
Innovative inspection procedures
Network documentation
Tour Guide: Peter Frenz
Partner: German Technical and Scientific Association for Gas and Water (DVGW)
Solution Tours
Plant engineering and processes for drinking and process water supply
15:30
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16:05
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16:05
Conference
The VDBUM is dedicating its trade fair appearance at IFAT Munich 2026 to emission-free sewer construction. The demonstrations will showcase the latest technologies, innovative energy concepts, and practical solutions that help companies operate construction sites with increasingly low CO₂ emissions or completely emission-free. The focus will not only be on alternative drive systems, but also on intelligent process chains and equipment that enable efficient and sustainable sewer construction.
Outdoor Exhibition Area FS.910
Partner: Verband der Baubranche, Umwelt- und Maschinentechnik e. V. (VDBUM)
Kanalbau ohne Emission (VDBUM)
Road maintenance and operation
15:30
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16:00
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16:00
Conference
On-site waste separation guidance for residents and the distribution of bio-bins and paper bags were the focal points of our local campaign. We report on the campaign and share our experiences, which are now being incorporated into the development of a new organic waste strategy.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Logistics & waste collection
15:30
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17:00
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17:00
Conference
22nd EWA Symposium Session 2: Advancing the Water Resilience Strategy – Efficiency, Innovation & Recovery
Europe’s water systems are under pressure—from climate-driven storm surges to aging infrastructure and emerging contaminants. At IFAT 2026, the European Water Association will take the European Water Resilience Strategy and its Water Efficiency Principle, as base to discuss these challenges head-on.
Partner: European Water Association (EWA)
B12 - Conference room
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
15:45
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16:15
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16:15
Conference
2 Innovations, 1 Goal: Advanced Metal Sorting Next-Generation LIBS & High-Resolution Optical Sorting
Martin Weiss
What is the current state of the art in LIBS-based sorting and high-resolution optical sorting technology? What does this technology mean for the future of metal recycling? The presentation will provide answers and demonstrate how these technologies work together in practice.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Stage (B4.250)
Reduction of resource consumption
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17:30
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17:30
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Circular Startup Landscape 2026 Presentation by CIRCULAR REPUBLIC
Matthias Ballweg, Leonhard Teichert, Maike Lambarth
CIRCULAR REPUBLIC will present the 2026 edition of the Circular Economy Startup Landscape, featuring the most comprehensive data-based analysis of European circular economy startups.
Exhibitor: CIRCULAR REPUBLIC
Green Stage (C4)
Reduction of resource consumption
16:00
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16:20
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16:20
Conference
Freiburg's municipal waste collection managed the transformation of their heavy duty fleet from Diesel to hydrogen/ fuel-cell within only 6 years and is currently building a hydrogen production plant.
This presentation will give you an insight into the framework needed to make such a transformation, which problems occured and how they where solved
Exhibitor: Abfallwirtschaft und Stadtreinigung Freiburg GmbH
Hydrogen Stage (A4)
Hydrogen in circular economy
16:00
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16:50
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16:50
Conference
The partners in the ‘Circular Textiles’ Spotlight Area use a series of stations to illustrate the textile cycle, from the processing of raw materials and the manufacture of textiles, through the collection and sorting of used textiles, to their recycling and reuse in new textile products.
Partner: Federation of the German Waste, Water and Circular Economy Management Industry (BDE)
Circular Textiles - spotlight area (BDE & textil+mode, A6)
Reduction of resource consumption
16:00
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17:30
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17:30
Conference
An impressive live demonstration of high-quality recycling of construction and demolition waste.
Represented companies: Arjes, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik, EuRec environmental technology, JCB, Kleemann, Komplet, Rockster, Sennebogen, Volvo Construction Equipment, WIMA Wilsdruffer Maschinen- und Anlagenbau, Zemmler Siebanlagen, Zeppelin Baumaschinen
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
Crushing Zone (VDMA)
Reduction of resource consumption
16:00
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16:50
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16:50
Conference
Quality Management for Operation of Water Infrastructure – International experiences
Hans-Werner Theisen
Moderation:
Dr. Hans-Werner Theisen, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Technische Zusammenarbeit GIZ
Speaker:
Lars Selwig, Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
Peter Mutale, NWASCO, Zambia
H.E. Sufyan Bataineh, Water Authority of Jordan (WAJ), Jordan
Sherif Morsi, Advisor to HCWW, Egypt
Prof. Dr. Heinrich Schäfer, Erftverband
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA/DVGW WaterStage (EWE.5)
Plant engineering and processes for drinking and process water supply
16:00
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16:50
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16:50
Conference
Podcast with Franziska Meinzinger of Hamburg Wasser on the topic of water-conscious urban development
Host
Friedrich Hetzel, DWA
Guest
Franziska Meinzinger, Hamburg Wasser
Partner: German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste (DWA)
DWA Stand (B2.127)
Management and operation of water and wastewater systems
16:00
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16:30
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16:30
Conference
Experience how sustainability and creativity merge live into true fashion art at the IFAT trade fair in Munich. In collaboration with HAW Hamburg, the Hamburg City Cleaning Department transforms second-hand clothing from its STILBRUCH thrift store collection into completely new, unique designs.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:15
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16:45
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16:45
Conference
Beyond the Machine: Building system performance that holds up in volatile markets
Matthias Karl Egarter
Tight margins and volatile markets leave no room for poor operations and weak links. That is why we need to move away from standalone machine performance, toward modern operations and integrated systems engineered to deliver consistent output and value every single day.
Partner: German Engineering Federation (VDMA)
VDMA Recycling Stage (FS)
Reduction of resource consumption
16:30
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17:20
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17:20
Conference
As climate pressures intensify and water scarcity becomes a growing concern, innovative reuse strategies are gaining momentum. This session will spotlight technologies, regulatory developments, and successful case studies from across the continent—while offering a glimpse into the future of water reuse. It aims to provide a clear understanding of how Europe is shaping a resilient and sustainable water future. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from various stakeholders involved in water reuse across the continent and to exchange ideas and visions for the next steps in this critical area.
Partner: European Water Association (EWA)
Blue Stage (B2)
Plant engineering and processes for wastewater transport, treatment and reuse
16:30
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17:20
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17:20
Conference
Digital product passports as a tool for higher-quality recycling?
André Rückert, Stefan de Linde, Björn Lövenich Beatrice Decker
The DPP, in the course of its implementation, raises questions and requires answers. What data is included in the DPP, and is it useful for waste management operators? How can it add value to the circular economy and help increase recycling rates? Finally, what benefits does the DPP offer in terms of customer information and transparency?
Partner: German Recycling Technologies and Waste Management Partnership e.V. (German RETech)
Orange Stage (A5)
Recycling of substances and materials
16:30
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17:15
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17:15
Conference
As part of a ceremonial award event, the “Best Waste Prevention Initiative” will be honored. The award recognizes projects and initiatives that, during the European Week for Waste Reduction in Germany in 2025, demonstrated—with creativity and measurable success—how waste prevention can be effectively implemented in everyday life.
Partner: Verband kommunaler Unternehmen e. V. (VKU)
VKU Stage (A5.129)
Reduction of resource consumption
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20:00
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20:00
Conference
We’re celebrating 60 years of IFAT—and we warmly invite all visitors and exhibitors to join us in celebrating this special milestone.
Partner: Messe München GmbH
IFAT Munich Meeting Hub (EOE)
Resilience and adaptation of water management to climate change
17:30
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18:30
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18:30
Conference
CIRCULAR REPUBLIC and Knorr-Bremse will host this award ceremony for the Circular Technology Award.
Green Stage (C4)
Reduction of resource consumption
