CALRC 2023 is back in Carson, CA!

2023 California Land Recycling Conference: People, Partnerships, Progress

September 26, 2023 - September 28, 2023

People, Partnerships, Progress Agenda

The 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 is excited to announce the continuation of the California Land Recycling Conference (CALRC)!

CALRC is the premier event for community, municipal, and redevelopment professionals focused on the beneficial reuse of underutilized and contaminated properties. With unprecedented resources to address brownfield cleanup and reuse challenges, CALRC will provide you with the tools, training, and connections you need to create and capitalize on opportunities for revitalization. Join us for the 4th annual CALRC on September 26-28, 2023 at the Carson Event Center in Carson, CA!

This year’s themes of People, Partnerships, Progress will be incorporated throughout the conference’s topics to emphasize the benefits of new connections, greater capacity, accessible funding, and navigating your path from remediation to revitalization. At CALRC you’ll engage People in brownfield reuse, develop long lasting Partnerships, and support Progress within communities!

Registration is now open! Register Here

We offer tickets for public, private, and academic entities. Below you will find detailed information regarding ticket prices and availability. Save money on accommodations with our hotel block! If you plan on attending, lock in your hotel reservation now for the best price. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, we are able to offer a limited number of scholarships. Please complete the scholarship form below and CCLR will be in contact with you.

Regular Sale:

Public Entity: $275
Private Entity: $425
Student: $125

Scholarship Form Whova Web App

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 2023 Special?

This year, the California Land Recycling Conference is focusing on People, Partnerships and Progress. In line with these themes, participants are invited to four bonus events to dig even deeper into land reuse. Below, find descriptions of each event and instructions for registration*.

CALRC Land Reuse and Community Development Funding Fair

September 26, 2023 | 2:45pm – 5:00pm

Against the backdrop of historic investment in equitable development, climate change resilience, and sustainable land recycling, state and federal entities will convene to showcase an expanding catalog of funding opportunities and resources for beneficial reuse.

Join representatives from the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), California State Water Resources Control Board, California Department of Housing and Community Development, Strategic Growth Council, SDSU Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center (TCTAC), and more.

*No additional registration needed.

Photo Gallery – Disappearing Portals: A View to Historic Brownfields

Brownfield sites hold the potential to contribute to their surrounding environment, either for new development or as portals to the past.

This photo gallery will offer a sampling of photographs from the collections Historic American Buildings Survey to bring awareness to the legacy of historic buildings and structures that existed on the American landscape.

The intention of this gallery is to spark an appreciation for the beauty in brownfields, so that we can make thoughtful and considerate choices for their stewardship and reuse going forward.

*No additional registration needed.

CALRC Classic! Brownfield Karaoke Sing-Along

Wednesday, September 27 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm

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.

*To register, visit this link, select “Get Tickets” and scroll to the “Add-ons” section.

Post-Conference Event – The Bold Rush: Just Transition Reuse of Former Oil Fields

Thursday, September 28 | 1:30pm – 3:30pm

California wants to transition former oil fields into living-wage jobs, open space, commercial, and even housing opportunities. While a few pieces are falling into place, there are huge funding and responsibility uncertainties. Join the discussion to explore the many questions and proposed solutions our community has to offer.

*To register, visit this link, select “Get Tickets” and scroll to the “Add-ons” section.

Become a Sponsor!

Your support of CALRC will be visible to thousands of planners, developers, attorneys, and municipal and community leaders across the region. In 2022, the three-day conference welcomed over 250 attendees
taking part in over 22 sessions which incorporated more than 50 speakers and facilitators. With this year’s Conference covering the most relevant topics in funding, housing, regulatory frameworks, environmental justice and technical guidance, please join us in building community and momentum for land reuse projects throughout California.

Sponsors can contribute to the event through speaking, exhibiting, and brand visibility. We will share several recorded sessions after the Conference to extend the program’s reach.

Sponsorship Information

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