Message from the Chair of the Steering Committee
Welcome to the official home of the 24th International Electronics Reuse & Recycling Congress IERC 2026, taking place January 21–23, 2026, in Valencia, Spain.
On behalf of the IERC Steering Committee, I am delighted to invite you to join us for this landmark event where global leaders in electronics sustainability come together to shape the future of reuse, recycling, and circularity. IERC continues to be the premier platform for exchanging ideas, showcasing innovation, and building partnerships across the electronics value chain.
This year’s program will feature expert-led sessions on IT asset disposition, technology and AI, global trade, evolving policy landscapes, funding for innovation and regional regulatory developments. Whether you’re a recycler, OEM, policymaker, researcher, or solution provider, your voice is essential to the conversations that will define our industry’s next chapter.
We look forward to welcoming you to Valencia - a city known for its energy, culture, and commitment to sustainability. Stay tuned for updates on speakers, sessions, and networking opportunities.
Jean Cox-Kearns
Chair of the IERC Steering Committee
Key industry sectors attending
Electronics Recyclers
Electronics OEM
Plastics industry
Battery industry
Design and engineering
Mining and extraction industry
Non-ferrous metals industry
Ferrous and stainless steel industry
Trade associations / Metals trading
Processors
Critical raw material suppliers
Asset Management / ITAD
Reuse, Repair & Remanufacturing
Take-back organization
Shredding company
National / EU Authorities
University / Research organisation
Environmental / Circular Economy services
Research organisations
Consulting
24 years serving the Electronics Reuse & Recycling Community
ierc 2026 is the leading event in the Circular Economy Electronics world. It brings together up to 300 international professionals from the entire electronics recycling value chain, from materials suppliers, collection organisations, OEMs, competent authorities to recyclers and re-use and repair organisations. An exhibition area with up to 45 booths provides the perfect opportunity to reach key industry decision makers and to find out what’s new in the global electronics recycling business.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to get valuable industry insights and engage in the most inspiring discussions and unrivaled networking opportunities amongst the leading experts in the field of electronics recycling!
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