Loudermilk Conference Center
40 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
As the world moves toward a circular bioeconomy, composting stands at a critical intersection of food waste capture, sustainable packaging, and climate action. The 2025 BPI Summit will focus on the complexities and opportunities of this transition—where progress isn’t always linear, but trust, innovation, and collaboration can drive durable systems change. Building on the momentum of previous summits, this year’s event will explore how compostable products, science, and infrastructure must evolve in concert with policy and business models to achieve meaningful, long-term impact.
This year’s theme reflects the growing recognition that successful transitions require trust between public and private sector partners. Together, we will build the conditions for investment, adoption, and public support. Through the lens of systems innovation and real-world case studies, the Summit will examine how to scale composting infrastructure and certified compostable products within a fragmented but rapidly shifting landscape.
Session topics will highlight the business realities of composters, the importance of funding mechanisms, and the evolving policy landscape—including extended producer responsibility (EPR) and legislation driving access to composting. Additional sessions will dive deep into the science of biodegradation, performance data on compostable materials, and life cycle assessment (LCA) challenges specific to bioplastics.
Whether you're a composter working to grow your business, a packaging innovator exploring new material capabilities, or a policymaker shaping EPR frameworks—this event offers critical insight and connection. Interactive panels, keynote addresses, flash talks, and networking will provide a platform to examine both the breakthroughs and barriers in this transition.
Who Attended Last Year?Tour(s):
Exploring the CompostNow Feedstock Hub & Compost Facility
Join us for an exclusive tour of CompostNow’s operations, starting at their Feedstock Hub location, where we’ll learn about the collection and preparation of organic materials for composting. Afterward, attendees will visit the CompostNow Compost Facility in Georgia, where the transformation of organic waste into high-quality compost takes place. This tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the innovative processes that support sustainable composting and waste management. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see these critical steps in action and gain insights from industry experts!
State Farm Arena: Food Waste Diversion Through Compostable Solutions
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of the world’s first TRUE Platinum-certified facility! As part of our summit, this tour offers a firsthand look at how State Farm Arena is leading the charge in food waste diversion with compostable products and innovative infrastructure. You’ll see how nearly one million pounds of organic waste are composted each year, thanks to a system that effectively collects and sorts materials for proper composting. Learn about the arena’s efforts to educate fans on how to dispose of items correctly, including the switch from black plastic bags to compostable alternatives for easier contamination detection. Discover how the "Recycle and Win" program rewards fans for their eco-conscious choices, encouraging them to actively participate in composting and waste diversion. Don’t miss this opportunity to see circularity in action and how State Farm Arena is setting the standard for food waste management in the entertainment industry.
Refunds: All refund requests must be made in writing with the subject line "CANCELLATION" and received no later than Tuesday, September 2, 2025. No refunds will be processed for those cancelling after this date. Refund requests are subject to a $60.00 processing fee. To obtain a refund, please email Kate@meetgreen.com.
Substitution: Requests must be made in writing and emailed to Kate@meetgreen.com. Requests will be accommodated at no fee.
We offer registrations through Whova, and have two registration types, one for BPI Members, and one for non-members. To register, use the form below to select your registration type, in addition to the amount of tickets you'd like to purchase. All member registrations will be verified as a BPI members.
If you are having trouble purchasing registrations through the mini form below, please visit our Whova Registration Site.
Disclaimer:
Please note that our program of events is still under development and may be subject to change. Event times and details are preliminary and may be adjusted as we finalize the schedule. We recommend checking back regularly for updates.
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Hotel Booking Information: The BPI Summit has negotiated a limited number of rooms at The Ellis Hotel for a discounted rate of $149.00 excluding taxes and fees. The group rate is available until Monday, August 25, 2025. Click here to book a room.
Hotel Information:
Ellis Hotel, Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
176 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (510) 548-7920
Website
Check in 3:00pm, Check out 12:00pm
Discounted Valet Overnight Parking at $40.00 per night
You can find all travel options from the Atlanta Airport to The Ellis hotel here
Amenities:
Hotel location:
11.2 miles from the Atlanta Airport
0.4 miles from The Loudermilk Conference Center
Conference Center
The Loudermilk Conference Center
40 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
More information on directions and parking for the Conference Center can be found here.
Tabletop display space: Please note that exhibiting sponsors will have a table top display space.
2025 BPI Summit Sponsorship Opportunities
5 complimentary registrations
Access to additional discounted registrations (50%)
Large table top display
Logo prominently displayed on all conference signage & housekeeping slides
Logo displayed on conference website linked to company website
Sponsor virtual profile in Conference mobile app
1 push notification per day of the conference (approved by the organizers)
2 social media posts prior to the conference
Sponsor logo in 1 pre event & 1 post event communications
Attendee opt-in list (to be provided approximately 2 weeks pre-event & 1-week post-event)
Speaking role in conjunction with BPI
Banner placement in high-traffic area
Lunch or Breakfast sponsor on either Wednesday or Thursday
3 complimentary registrations
Access to additional discounted registrations (50%)
Table top display
Logo prominently displayed on all conference signage & housekeeping slides
Logo displayed on conference website linked to company website
Sponsor virtual profile in Conference mobile app
1 social media post prior to the conference
Sponsor logo in 1 pre event & 1 post event communications
Attendee opt-in list (to be provided approximately 2 weeks pre-event & 1-week post-event)
Banner placement in high-traffic area
2 complimentary registrations
Logo displayed on all conference signage & housekeeping slides
Logo displayed on conference website linked to company website
Sponsor virtual profile in Conference mobile app
Sponsor logo in 1 pre event & 1 post event communications
1 complimentary registration
Logo displayed on all conference signage & housekeeping slides
Logo displayed on conference website linked to company website
Contact us to become a sponsor
Interested in sponsoring? Customize your sponsorship to match your brand's goals with packages starting at $3,500. Contact us at communications@bpiworld.org to discuss options.
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NOTE: SUBMISSIONS ARE CLOSED.
We’re excited to open the abstract submission process for the 2025 BPI Summit, taking place September 16-18, 2025. This year, we’re focusing on the role of compostable products in sustainable waste management and the infrastructure needed to support them.
We invite submissions from experts, innovators, and leaders in composting, sustainability, and compostable products. Submissions should align with the Summit’s themes and address solutions for expanding composting infrastructure, promoting compostable products, and fostering sustainable practices across industries.
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Review & Selection: Submissions will be reviewed, and selected speakers will be notified by June 15, 2025.
For questions, contact us at communications@bpiworld.org. We look forward to reviewing your submissions!
