
SCS Engineers is proud to participate in the ISWA World Congress 2026, taking place November 9–11 at the QEII Centre in London. Centered on“Beyond Waste: A global call to action,” the event brings together leaders to share best practices and advance solutions that protect human health, the environment, and global economies.
As an ISWA 2026 Gold Member, SCS Engineers actively drives progress across the industry. This year’s program highlights key priorities including human rights in waste management, political commitment, sustainable waste planning. It also explores the economics of resource management, and the transition to a circular economy by 2050.
SCS is well represented at ISWA. SCSer James Law, PE, BCEE, serves as President of the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA). He is leading efforts to strengthen global collaboration and address the “triple planetary crisis” of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Adedeji (Deji) Fawole also plays a key role as Vice Chair of the ISWA Landfill Working Group.
Join us in London as we collaborate with global partners to move the world beyond waste.
Join the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA) for the ISWA 2024 Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, from 15 to September 18, 2024, taking place for the first time on African soil.
The International Solid Waste Association’s World Congress is the foremost event in the field of solid waste management. It serves as a global assembly featuring elevated plenary sessions, technical site visits, and a rich cultural and social itinerary. Here, waste management professionals, government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, scientists, and emerging professionals convene, engaging in constructive dialogues to encourage scientific and technical advancements in sustainable solid waste management. ISWA 2024 offers a platform for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, techniques, and technologies.

Also, on September 16, at 17:10, join the Methane Emissions Monitoring of Landfills Using Satellite Technology Panel – to learn how technology creates safer environments and efficiencies.



Dave Ross, on the Editorial Board, is also joining the conference; it’s always great to see Dave!