ESTC Symposium – Technical / Regulatory / Sustainability

Focus Areas & Tracks

1. Regulatory Updates

   The symposium provides critical updates on major European policies that heavily influence the synthetic turf market:

   • Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR): Discussions centre around adapting to new sustainability and circular economy mandates.
   • Microplastic Restrictions & Green Claims Directive: Forums on ensuring fibre debris does not pose pollution threats and properly substantiating environmental claims.

2. Technical Standards

   • EN 15330-5 Standard: Sessions dedicated to explaining requirements for the maintenance and classification of synthetic sports surfaces.
   • Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCR): Understanding the new rules for measuring and demonstrating the environmental footprint of synthetic turf throughout its lifecycle.

3. Sustainability & Circularity

   • End-of-Life (EOL) Solutions: Tackling recycling and circular economy challenges for old synthetic pitches.
   • Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): Insights into local and international legislation affecting product stewardship.
   • Next-Generation Systems: Showcasing innovations in organic infills, reduced-water maintenance, and sustainable materials.

To check for programme updates, detailed session schedules, or registration requirements, visit the official ESTC Events Platform.