# Event Details - **Event Name**: DCHWS East Spring 2026 Symposium in Philadelphia, PA - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 02:30 pm – Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 12:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for this cosponsored event with the EPA in Philadelphia, PA.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a13b8480-bc60-11f0-9774-53901ea914e5-rimg-w1200-h216-dc202a3b-gmir.png We launched the DCHWS website (dchws.org) to include information about the East, West, and Virtual Symposiums, and the Webinar Series. Ongoing updates will be posted on the DCHWS website. If you have questions, please email east@dchws.org.Summary of EventThe applications of engineering and science associated with cleaning up hazardous waste sites continue to evolve rapidly. Our goal is to facilitate an interactive engagement between professionals from the government and the private sector related to relevant and topical issues affecting our field. We will make every effort to mirror all aspects of past symposiums in terms of format and spirit. As a SAME event, registration fees will be covered by private sector sponsorships and registration fees. The registration fee is being waived for government employees.VenueSheraton Philadelphia Downtown, 201 N 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19103Hotel Reservation Link: Click here!There is room block availability to reserve from 3/4/26-3/6/26.Book before 2/11! Our block sells out every year, so book early!Additional Hotels within Walking DistanceHampton Inn Philadelphia Center City Convention CenterMotto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse SquareHome2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center, PAHilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center CityImportant DatesNovember 5, 2025 - Registration and Call for Abstracts OpenDecember 19, 2025 - Symposium Agenda is PostedFebruary 13, 2026 - Registration ClosesMarch 4, 2026 - Conference startsMarch 5, 2026 - Second Day of ConferenceMarch 6, 2026 - Third Day of ConferenceMay/June 2026 - PDH Credits will be communicatedCall for Abstracts- Open!Call for abstracts for DCHWS are open. You can submit an abstract by clicking on the link below.Submit a call for abstract!Submissions are due by December 03, 2025. Please consider submitting early.Based on the feedback received from past events, the presentations most highly regarded are those based on completed projects with focus on challenges and lessons learned. Also, the Steering Committee encourages Young Professionals to submit an abstract. Additional information about submitting an abstract or nomination and information about the Symposium is included in the links below.SponsorsTitanium Reception Sponsors (Wednesday)ParsonsThis could be you!!This could be you!!Titanium Reception Sponsors (Thursday)Sevenson Environmental ServicesThis could be you!!This could be you!!Mobile App SponsorHGLRoom Key SponsorThis could be you!!WIFI/Internet SponsorEA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc. PBCPDH/CEC Sponsor - Sold OutRambollLanyard Sponsor - Sold OutU.S. Environmental Rental Corp.Scholarship Program SponsorLounge SponsorSmall Business BundleU.S. Environmental ExhibitorsTier 1 Conference ExhibitorP-01 - HGLP-02 - Clean EarthP-03 - Renova Environmental CompanyP-04 - CDM SmithP-05 - Betts DrillingP-06 - AvailableP-07 - U.S. Environmental Rental Corp.P-08 - Provectus Environmental Products, IncP-09 - AquaBlokP-10 - AirLogicsP-11 - HDRP-12 - AvailableP-13 - AvailableP-14 - Sevenson Environmental Services, Inc.P-15 - AvailableTier 2 Conference ExhibitorA-01 - EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc./ PBCA-02 - Beacon EnvironmentalA-06 - AvailableA-07 - RESPECA-08 - AvailableA-09 - AvailableA-10 - AvailableA- 11 - AvailableA-12 - AvailableA-13 - AvailableA-14 - AvailableA-15 - AvailableA-16 - AvailableA-17 - AvailableA-18 - AvailableA-19 - AvailableA-20 - REGENESISA-03 - Eurofins Environment TestingA-04 - ETEC, Inc.A-05 - Available https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/a21ae800-bc60-11f0-a21c-5f84b628c251-rimg-w710-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Wednesday Night Networking EventJoin us at Puttshack Wednesday night from 8-10pm. Our SAME Philadelphia Post FUNdriaising Committee, Young Professionals and Fellows Committees are partnering to host this networking event. Calling all Young Professionals and Fellows (or anyone looking for something fun to do)! Come out to support our Education and Mentoring Fund and network.Sign up on the Puttshack Eventbrite!PuttshackUpscale, tech-infused mini-golf spot featuring modern technology and trendy vibes.Location: 1625 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103STEM ScholarshipThis year the Post will award STEM scholarships to deserving students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate college STEM program that is positioned to help grow the next generation of professionals in the A/E/C industry. Nominations for the scholarship will be solicited from SAME members and local colleges and universities with extensive STEM programs in the SAME Philadelphia Post Area of Responsibility (AOR).For SAME family members associated with the Philadelphia Post school location can be anywhere in the US. We hope to award several scholarships to deserving nominees. Scholarships will be awarded at DCHWS on Friday at the Philadelphia 201 Hotel located on 201 N. 17th St., Philadelphia, PA.Nominees must be entering their junior or senior year and must have successfully completed at least one year of study in engineering, technology, math, or science. The criteria for selecting the scholarship recipients will be academic achievements including grade point average, leadership/citizenship, character, and financial need. The scholarship will be awarded from the pool of applicants received.Click here for more information and the nomination form.Steering Committee MembersDan Amate, GZA GeoEnvironmentalKate Garufi, HDRGordon Araujo, UGI Utilities, Inc.Amy Basehoar, Shee Atika Government ServicesKaren Buniak, TTI EnvironmentalJimmy Blake, RambollJaimie Wright, Lewis EnvironmentalAndy Bullard, CDM SmithLindsay Keller, USACE Philadelphia DistrictDave Russell, AECOMRob Telschow, Colliers Engineering & DesignKyle Young, Bluestone EnvironmentalRegistrationAttendee FeesThe registration fee is being waived for government employees. Registration fees are as follows:Private Sector (SAME Member) - $525Private Sector (Non-SAME member) - $600Military/Government - Free**Military/Government attendees need to be approved through their chain of command.SponsorshipsTangible sponsorship cost is $1,600 and includes a registration ticket. The tangible sponsorship opportunities are: Room Key, Mobile App, and WiFi/Internet.Titanium Reception Sponsorship cost is $2,000 and also includes a registration ticket.Exhibitors - Tiered PricingExhibitors include one registration ticket.Pre-Function Area Tier 1 Exhibitors $2,500 (Immediately before and entering the ballrooms for presentations. This space will include a bar and appetizers.)Liberty A Ballroom Tier 2 Exhibitors $1,500 (Separate ballroom adjacent to registration desk. This space will include a bar and appetizers.)Wednesday?: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PMRegistration and Exhibitor Setup?: 03:30 PMModerator/Panel Briefing ?: 04:30 PM - 06:00 PMEvening Session ?: 06:00 PM - 07:30 PMWelcome Reception Welcome and Announcements ?: 08:00 PM - 10:00 PMPuttshack Info: Calling all Fellows and Young Professionals! Join us at Puttshack for our networking event. Please sign up on Eventbrite. Link listed above. Add on ticket also available at check out. Thursday?: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AMWelcome and Annoucements ?: 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM01.Panel 1 ?: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMBreak and Networking?: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM02. Panel 2 ?: 12:00 PM - 01:30 PMLunch On Your Own?: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM03. Panel 3?: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PMNetworking Break ?: 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM04. Panel 4?: 05:00 PM - 07:00 AMEvening Reception and Networking Friday?: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AMWelcome and Annoucements Host: Kate Garufi, HDR, SAME Denver Metro Post BOD Info: Scholarship Awards?: 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM05. Panel 5?: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMNetworking Break ?: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM06. Panel 6?: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PMClosing Remarks Host: Kate Garufi, HDR, SAME Denver Metro Post BOD - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/philadelphia/dchws-east-spring-2026-symposium-in-philadelphia-pa/100001747800140269 - **Event Categories**: Nonprofit, Sports, Workshops, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fdchws-east-spring-2026-symposium-in-philadelphia-pa-registration-1747800140269 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 2500, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Philadelphia - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown - **lat**: 39.95709910000001 - **long**: -75.16703289999998 - **full address**: Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, 201 N 17th Street, Philadelphia, United States ## Event Organizer 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