Attend Greenbuild sessions on TRUE this October to learn how to advance your zero-waste goals.
The 2026 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, taking place Oct. 20–23 in New York City, New York, is designed to keep participants at the forefront of the industry by covering sustainability, resilience, and health and wellness in the spaces where we live, work, learn and play.
For those interested in circularity and zero waste, Greenbuild offers many opportunities to learn from local case studies, build valuable skills and connect with industry leaders. Whether you’re just learning about circularity or are a long-standing advocate, Greenbuild offers opportunities to connect, learn and advance your zero-waste goals through the following TRUE events.
Connect with the TRUE community
TRUE Networking Breakfast
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 9–10:30 a.m.
Network with sustainability and circular economy leaders and explore the future of zero waste. Hear the latest on TRUE certification, gain practical insights from real-world case studies, and discover strategies driving measurable environmental, economic and social impact.
GBCI Certification Work Zone
Wednesday, Oct. 21–Thursday, Oct. 22
Visit us in the expo hall to discuss your zero waste goals and discover certification and credentialing opportunities to support your circularity journey. Appointments are available at select times and booking ahead is encouraged via a link that will become available in mid-October.
Attend a session featuring TRUE
NYC Circularity Tour
Monday, Oct. 19, 1–5 p.m.
Experience New York City’s circular economy in action. Through a behind-the-scenes tour of the nation’s largest creative reuse center and lightning presentations on TRUE and other leading reuse and recycling initiatives, participants will explore innovative approaches that reduce waste, extend material life cycles, and generate environmental, economic and social value.
Workshop: Expanding Zero Waste
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 1–5 p.m.
An interactive workshop showcasing how TRUE and its community are advancing zero waste through real-world success stories, industry case studies and insights from the upcoming TRUE v2 rating system. Attendees will gain practical strategies for driving business value, cost savings, and decarbonization while getting an early look at the future of zero-waste certification.
Diversion to Dollars: Building a Zero Waste Business Case
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Learn from industry leaders who have created thriving markets for recoverable materials, turning material management into a business model that delivers environmental benefits and supports sustainable jobs. Through real-world examples, attendees will learn how to build a strong business case for zero waste, quantify financial and sustainability impacts, and leverage LEED v5 for Operations and Maintenance and TRUE to drive long-term value and investment.
Achieving Zero Waste with TRUE v2: Key Updates, Credits and Implementation Strategies
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2:15–3:15 p.m.
Explore TRUE v2, the latest evolution of the TRUE rating system, and learn how organizations can use its updated framework to achieve measurable sustainability and financial outcomes. Through interactive exercises and live demonstrations, attendees will gain hands-on experience applying TRUE and leave with practical strategies for implementing and documenting a successful zero-waste program.
From Deconstruction to Restoration: Scaling Reuse Through Public-Private Partnerships
Thursday, Oct. 22, 1:15–2:15 p.m.
Discover how strategic partnerships create measurable triple-bottom-line benefits and scale reuse. Attendees will receive an introduction to TRUE for Construction and explore reuse case studies from the Building Deconstruction Institute and Billion Oyster Project that demonstrate how material recovery strategies can reduce waste, lower costs, create jobs and deliver long-term sustainability outcomes.
Join us at Greenbuild
Whether you're new to zero waste or advancing a mature circularity program, Greenbuild 2026 offers valuable opportunities to learn from industry leaders, connect with peers, and explore the latest developments in TRUE. We look forward to seeing you in New York City.