ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
We’re delighted to announce that the SCLF Annual Conference is returning in person this year — and once again, we’ll be hosting it at The Studio in Glasgow, a venue many of you told us you loved!
This year’s conference is extra special as it marks the launch of SCLF’s 30th anniversary celebrations. Our programme will not only deliver the high-quality insights and knowledge-sharing you have come to expect — it will also reflect on the key milestones of the past three decades, while exploring the challenges and innovations shaping our future.
To cap off the day, join us for a relaxed networking reception — a great opportunity to connect with peers, speakers, and industry leaders.
🎟️ Don't miss out — be part of this landmark event in our sector’s calendar. Secure your place today!
Call for Speakers and Exhibitors
As part of our 30th anniversary celebrations, this year’s SCLF Annual Conference will not only explore current challenges and innovations in land contamination — it will also look back at how far we’ve come as a sector and as a professional community.
We’re inviting proposals for presentations that:
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Share recent research or technical insights
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Showcase practical case studies or novel site-based approaches
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Reflect on key developments and lessons learned from the past 30 years
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Offer a personal or professional perspective on how the sector has evolved — and where it’s headed next
Whether you're an early-career professional or a long-standing expert, this is your chance to be part of a rich, interdisciplinary programme that captures both the depth and future direction of our field.
Please note that while we’re unable to pay speaker fees, accepted speakers will receive free access to the full conference.
We also have limited exhibition space available for SCLF members — if you'd like to showcase your organisation or services, be sure to apply early.
📝 Apply now to speak or exhibit
Share Your Work, Shape the Conversation
We’re now accepting abstracts for:
🗣️ 20-minute presentations
⚡ 5-minute lightning talks — perfect for students and early-career professionals!
And yes — there may even be a prize for the best lightning talk…
If you have an idea, insight, or case study to share, we’d love to hear from you.
🗓️ Submission deadline: 5pm, Monday 28 July 2025
📬 Applicants will be notified by Friday 8 August 2025
Support the Conference — Exhibit with Us
To keep the conference accessible and affordable for our community, we rely on the generous support of our exhibitors. A limited number of exhibition spaces are available — and they’re filling up fast!
By exhibiting, you’ll not only be supporting the event, but you’ll also benefit from prominent visibility across our event materials, website, and social media channels.
📢 Showcase your organisation and demonstrate your commitment to the sector.
✅ Secure your space today to make the most of this promotional opportunity!
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