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Responsible Care® & Sustainability Conference & Expo

April 27–29, 2026

2026 Responsible Care and Sustainability Conference & Expo

About the 2026 Responsible Care® & Sustainability Conference & Expo

For more than 30 years, the chemical industry has embraced safety and sustainability through its world-class environmental, health, safety and security initiative: Responsible Care®. The Responsible Care & Sustainability Conference & Expo brings together a variety of industry professionals to enhance understanding and advance the principles of Responsible Care and sustainability topics, including safety, air and water stewardship, and more. The Conference highlights the industry’s foundational priorities – Responsible Care and Sustainability – to help chemical manufacturers and stakeholders along the supply chain work together to solve our world’s most pressing safety and sustainability challenges.

Join us in sunny Fort Lauderdale for the premier event where the chemical industry’s commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation takes center stage.

What to Expect

  • Plenary Sessions & Keynotes: Thought leaders will tackle the most pressing issues in sustainability, process safety, and digital transformation.
  • Interactive Workshops: From foundational sessions like Responsible Care 101 & Sustainability 101 to advanced discussions on cybersecurity and circularity.
  • Future-Focused Panels: Explore emerging technologies, workforce development, and the evolving regulatory landscape.
  • Celebrating Excellence: Honoring industry leaders who exemplify excellence in safety, efficiency, and environmental performance.

More to Come: Stay tuned for speaker announcements and a full agenda reveal!

Who Should Attend

Whether you're a Responsible Care® veteran or new to the movement, this three-day experience will offer dynamic programming, hands-on workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities. The 2026 Responsible Care® & Sustainability Conference will bring together leaders, practitioners, and changemakers to explore the future of responsible chemical manufacturing and environmental stewardship.

Call for Abstracts

We’re now accepting abstracts for breakout sessions and workshops. If you have insights, case studies, or innovations to share in areas such as:

  • Air, Water, Climate, & Energy
  • Circularity & Advanced Recycling
  • Community Engagement & Corporate Stewardship
  • Data-Informed Decision Making
  • Distribution & Infrastructure
  • Occupational & Process Safety
  • Supply Chain Safety & Sustainability
  • Sustainable Chemistry

We want to hear from you! Submit your abstract and be part of shaping the conversation. Follow the links below to submit your abstract.

For any questions on who can be a session sponsor, please refer to the FAQ document. 

Why Fort Lauderdale?

Set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, The Marriott Harbor Beach offers a perfect blend of professional focus and coastal relaxation. It’s the ideal setting to recharge, reconnect, and reimagine the future of chemistry.