INNOVATE. REMEDIATE. REGENERATE. TOGETHER FOR ONE EARTH.
13 - 17 SEPTEMBER 2026, ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA
Since 1996, the original and longest-running International Remediation Conference — celebrating 30 years in 2026.
Welcome
Across the conference the biggest issues facing the remediation community will be completely addressed. The program brings together research and industry best practice, drawing on experience from Australian and international markets.
Join delegates from Australia and around the world, representing all relevant areas of government, regulators, research and industry. Build professional skills at conference workshops on PFAS management, human health risk assessment, bioremediation and more.
The 2026 events marks its 11th Conference, this highly respected, not-to-be-missed conference is an excellent opportunity to share expertise and make connections – as well as provide exposure to your organisation as a sponsor or exhibitor – before, during and after the event.
We encourage you to join us in Adelaide for this global forum for all aspects of contaminated site assessment, management and remediation, including the latest on PFAS.
What Our Speakers Say
"I was privileged to be an invited speaker and to present a short course on ecological risk assessment at CleanUp in 2022 and found the mix of student researchers, regulatory scientists, and consulting professionals to be a perfect balance for engaging discussions. I look forward to reengaging with colleagues and to hearing about the innovative ideas and programs that are being led by the next generation of environmental scientists."
Philip Goodrum, Ph.D., DABT
Principal Toxicologist
GSI Environmental Inc. USA
"I am honoured to be invited as a keynote speaker. The Cleanup conference in Adelaide holds a special place in my heart, as I attended it a decade ago. It’s inspiring to see the conference reach its 30th anniversary in 2026, continuing its vital work in environmental innovation and global collaboration. I’m excited to witness its impactful legacy grow."
Chair Professor Irene Lo
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
"I value CleanUp for the best of reasons - science, people and location. Australia has taken a lead in trying out different cleanup approaches, in particular for PFAS. So the conference is a valuable time to check on the pulse on remediation and clean-up in action. People as Clean-Up brings together an excellent mixture of practitioners, academics and regulators. Lastly, Adelaide is such a wonderful place to visit, making the trip worthwhile."
Rainer Lohmann
Professor of Oceanography, Director URI Superfund Research Center 'STEEP'Graduate School of Oceanography
University of Rhode Island
"The CleanUp Conference is one of the international meetings I value most. It brings academic researchers and practicing consultants together in the same room, and the Australian perspective on contaminated site management is very valuable to my practice. The PFAS Symposiums alongside it have been particularly informative. I look forward to Adelaide and to comparing notes with colleagues old and new."
Charles J. Newell, PhD, PE, BCEE,
Vice President/Principal Engineer
GSI Environmental Inc. USA
"I especially value the Cleanup 2026 Conference for its unique combination of technical rigor, practical insights, and international perspectives on the environmental fate and remediation emerging contaminants. The conference brings together leading researchers, practitioners, and decision makers to share lessons learned and advance effective, science based solutions to address the environmental challenges facing our world."
Kurt Pennell - 250th Anniversary Professor of Engineering School of Engineering,
Brown University
Key Dates
Call for Abstracts: Extended - 15 May 2026
Early-bird registration: Now Open!
Standard registrations: Before 31 August 2026
Late registrations: From 1 September 2026
- Conference dates: 13 - 17 September 2026
Venue
Adelaide Convention Centre
The Adelaide Convention Centre is regarded as one of the world’s most modern, flexible and technologically advanced meetings and events centres. A striking landmark on Adelaide’s Riverbank, the Centre comprises three independent yet seamlessly integrated buildings—East, Central and West—and offers more than 20,000sqm of flexible meetings and event space.
The Centre is conveniently located at the heart of the City. To the North, the Centre overlooks the River Torrens and surrounding parklands, while to the South, the Centre sits on North Terrace, one of four major terraces that bind Adelaide’s City Centre.
Further information on visiting the Conference venue can be found here.
More reasons to attend the International CleanUp Conference, Adelaide 2026
Network with global influencers
Accelerate your knowledge and expertise
Play a part in remediating the planet