2026 Summit

>Attendee registration 

Register today! GRC members receive a special rate.

>>Exhibitor registration

Only a couple of spaces are available. GRC members receive a special rate. Reserve a booth today!

>>Sponsorship

Sponsorships provide opportunities to feature your company, non–profit, trade association or government services. All sponsors receive recognition onsite. Elevate your company by sponsoring this event today!  Become a sponsor today!

Cancellation Policy
Conference registration may be canceled with a full refund (less a $75 processing fee) any time before October 1st, provided written notification is received by GRC. No refunds will be made after this date. Refunds will be mailed after the conference. Registration fees may be transferred to another individual before October 1st, only if written notice is provided to GRC.

Click here to see a list of hotels near The Kroc Center. All conference sessions will be held at The Kroc Center.

All sessions will be held at The Kroc Center. The venue is located at:

1833 Broad Street
Augusta, GA 30904

The campus is nestled along the Augusta Canal. Free parking is available in the main parking lot.

Agenda coming soon! Sessions include pertinent topics, emerging technologies, case studies, and best practices. Plus, networking and informal discussion opportunities will be offered at the conference!

Call for Presentations Is Open! Deadline: August 10th

GRC is now accepting presentation submissions. We invite your insight and expertise and welcome experienced professionals to submit proposals related to topics including recycling, composting, sustainability, new technologies, innovative projects, plus insights on recycling education, equipment, processes, and the circular economy.  Learn more and submit your presentation abstracts today.

Gloria Hardegree Scholarship

GRC invites local recycling coordinators in Georgia to apply for the inaugural Gloria Hardegree Scholarship. This year, scholarship recipient(s) will receive full registration and $500 stipend to attend GRC’s Summit & Annual Meeting on October 14-15, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia.

Interested in applying for the scholarship? Learn more and submit your application today. Applications due August 21, 2026. Recipient(s) will be announced on September 10th.

Questions? Email education@georgiarecycles.org

Connie Burns Scholarship

College and university students are encouraged to apply for the Connie Burns Scholarship (up to $1000). Applicants must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at a college or university in Georgia and pursuing a degree in environmental science, engineering or other major related to recycling, waste reduction, or environmental sustainability. The deadline to submit the application is August 28th. Please help us promote the scholarship to students in your community.

For more information and to complete the application, click here.

Want to be recognized for your hard work to increase recycling or know a company, local government, school, or person in Georgia who deserves recognition?

Learn more about the awards. Ready to apply? Submit application using the simplifiedonline application for the 2026 awards.  Nominations due September 4, 2026. 

Please review the Better Together Statement from our organization.