Meet with the leaders of the industry from scientists, government officials, academics and representatives from some of the largest companies in the world.
The Congress will cover the most groundbreaking discoveries and essential changes in Climate Change and Waste Management, Zero Waste and Waste Prevention Policies, Urban Hygiene, Developing Economic Countries and more.

ATIA-ISWA ITALIA, the National Member of ISWA for Italy, is proud to organise the World Solid Waste Congress 2012 in the City of Florence, from Monday September 17th to Wednesday September 19th 2012.
During the three days of this Congress you can meet academics presenting cutting edge research; scientists, government administrators and decision makers, representatives of the world’s largest companies in the waste sector, and many other practitioners too from small and medium enterprises. Florence 2012: where else in the world can you network with these people in such a short time
The Congress location is at the Palazzo dei Congressi adjacent to the Santa Maria Novella mainline railway station in the City center.
ATIA-ISWA ITALIA is also organising a series of events in Italy leading to the main Congress of 2012.
This beautiful city will also host a series of memorable social events in historic palaces and buildings in the city centre making your stay an unforgettable moment.
The Florence World Solid Waste Congress 2012 is an event you cannot miss.
Notification of acceptance/rejection
31 January 2012
Full paper for journal publication (only those selected)
28 February 2012
Full paper for proceedings only
30 April 2012
Registration for early birds
31 May 2012
