2025 California Land Recycling Conference: Transforming Land, Empowering Communities

Registration Now Open!

Join the California Land Recycling Conference (CALRC), hosted by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 9 and the CA Department of Toxic Substances Control’s (DTSC) Office of Brownfields in collaboration with the Center for Creative Land Recycling, from September 16-18 at the Carson Event Center in Carson, CA.

CALRC is the premier event for community, municipal, and redevelopment professionals focused on the beneficial reuse of underutilized and contaminated properties. CALRC provides the tools, training, and connections you need to create and capitalize on opportunities for revitalization.

The Call for Sessions for CALRC 2025 is officially open and will close on Friday April 18.

We invite session proposals that explore critical topics in land recycling. Share your expertise and insights on:

• Redevelopment strategies that drive job creation and economic growth
• Attracting private investment and engaging with developers
• Equitable, community-led development approaches
• Adaptive reuse and climate resilience strategies
• Innovative cleanup technologies and remediation solutions
• Funding and financing opportunities for sustainable redevelopment

Submit your proposal by April 18 for a chance to shape the conversation and drive impact in the field of land reuse.

Get involved:

• Provide input on CALRC topics and speakers
• Help us promote CALRC to your networks! Become a promotional partner and help us get the word out. Email [email protected] for more information
• Sponsor CALRC and increase your company’s visibility
• Become an exhibitor to share your land reuse resources

General Interest Form

Event Sponsorship:

• Five different sponsorship levels with a variety of perks including company speaking opportunities, exhibiting, pre-conference recognition, and brand visibility
• Each sponsorship level includes complimentary conference registrations
• Sponsors will have the unique ability to connect with hundreds of in-person attendees through the Whova App
• To get the process started, fill out the sponsorship interested form

View the Sponsorship Packet

Refer back to this page periodically for updates on registration, conference themes, and session panels.

Nearly all CALRC sessions will be submitted for AICP Certification Maintenance credit. If approved, AICP certified planners can earn upwards of 10 CM credits by attending CALRC. Session accreditation is supported by Smart Growth America.

What Makes CALRC 2025 Special?

The California Land Recycling Conference is proud to offer various events throughout the conference to allow participants to dig deeper into land reuse. Below you will find descriptions of each event. Be sure to check back for updates on how to register.

CALRC Classic! Brownfield Karaoke Sing-Along

Wednesday, September 17 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Join us for an evening of music and great conversation. Whether you want to sing your heart out solo or sing along with the group, Brownfield Karaoke is for all. Our catalog of land reuse inspired songs pulls from every era and every genre; we guarantee you’ll find a song to suit your mood. This social event is capped at 50 attendees so don’t delay! Drinks and light fare will be provided and dinner is available to purchase.