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ECO IMPACT 2026 Agenda

ECO IMPACT 2026 brings together environmental leaders, innovators, and changemakers to explore solutions for a sustainable future. Below is the detailed agenda for our two-day event.

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Live Learning Sessions

Thought Leaders​
  • Corporate Accountability and Impact
  • Workforce Transformation & Innovation
  • Women leaders in Sustainability
  • Nature Based Investment Strategy
  • The Ethics of Automation in Environmental Work: Balancing Innovation with Inclusion
Newcomers & Job Seekers
  • Launching Your Career in Environmental Sectors: Pathways & Certifications 
  • Green Jobs of Tomorrow: Where Are the Opportunities? 
  • Pathways to Employment
  • Experiential Learning & Career Growth
Technical
  • Advanced Applications of AI in Environmental Monitoring
  • Energy System Modeling for Net-Zero Pathways
  • Digital Tools for Circular Economy Integration
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
Applied Technical
  • Demystifying AI for Sustainability: Practical Use Cases
  • Renewable Energy Innovations: What’s Next in Solar, Wind, & Hydro?
  • How Digital Twins Are Transforming Environmental Decision-Making
  • Climate Tech 101: What Businesses Need to Know

Day 1

February 19, 2026

7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Registration Opens
8:00 AM to 8:30 AM
Breakfast Networking
8:30 AM to 9:45 AM
Opening Plenary Session

The Tipping Point: Accelerating Innovation in an Age of Disruption

9:45 AM to 10:00 AM​
Coffee Break​
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM​

Technology & Innovation 

The Next Frontier: Innovations and Insights in Modern Environmental Auditing

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM​

Education & Workforce

Future of Food: Advancing Sustainability and Innovation in Canada’s Agri-Food Sector

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM​

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

11:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Coffee Break​
11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Technology & Innovation

The Accountability Era: Navigating ESG for Transparency and Corporate Responsibility

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM​

Education & Workforce

Ethical by Design: Guiding AI Toward a Sustainable Environmental Future

12:15 PM to 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch
1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Technology & Innovation ​

Beyond Risk: Reclaiming Nature as a Profitable Asset Class

1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Education & Workforce

Designing the Future You Want to Lead: A LEGO® Serious Play® Workshop

1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Cocktails
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Dinner
7:00 PM
Awards Gala

Day 2

February 20, 2026

7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Registration Opens
8:00 AM to 8:30 AM
Breakfast Networking
8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Technology & Innovation

Green Jobs of Tomorrow: Where Are the Opportunities?

8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Education & Workforce 

Projects

8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition 

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee Break​
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Technology & Innovation

Women in Sustainability Leadership: Breaking Barriers & Driving Impact

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Education & Workforce 

Renewable Energy Innovations: What’s Next in Solar, Wind, & Hydro?

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

11:00 PM to 11:15 AM
Coffee Break​
11:15 AM to 12:15 PM​

Technology & Innovation ​

From Pilots to Practice: Advancing Innovative Clean Tech for a Sustainable Tomorrow

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM​

Education & Workforce 

Education Track: Mohawk, RRU, Magnet, Geni with forecast

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM​

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch
1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
GHG Management Training

February 19, 2026​

7:00 AM to 8:00 AM

Registration Opens

Pick up your badge and event materials while meeting fellow delegates.

8:00 AM to 8:30 AM

Breakfast Networking

Enjoy coffee and conversation with peers before the sessions begin.

8:30 AM to 9:45 AM 

Kevin Nilsen | Heather Exner-Pirot

Opening Plenary Session

The Tipping Point: Accelerating Environmental Action in an Age of Disruption​

7:00 AM to 8:00 AM

Coffee Break

Enjoy coffee and conversation with peers before the sessions begin.

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Evan Baker 

Technology & Innovation

The Next Frontier: Innovations and Insights in Modern Environmental Auditing

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Dr. John Cranfield

Education & Workforce (60 min)​

Future of Food: Advancing Sustainability and Innovation in Canada’s Agri-Food Sector

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

11:00 AM to 11:15 AM

Coffee Break

Enjoy coffee and conversation with peers before the sessions begin.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Tonya Lagrasta | Adam Schwartz

Technology & Innovation 

The Accountability Era: Navigating ESG for Transparency and Corporate Responsibility

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Dr. Jason Millar

Education & Workforce 

Ethical by Design: Guiding AI Toward a Sustainable Environmental Future

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition 

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

12:15 PM to 1:30 PM | 

Networking Lunch

Recharge over lunch and build new professional connections.

1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Daniel O’Brien

Technology & Innovation 

Beyond Risk: Reclaiming Nature as a Profitable Asset Class

1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Tamara Connell

Education & Workforce 

Strategic Leadership in Motion: Navigating Organizational Challenges with LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®

1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

5:00 PM to 6:00 PM 

Networking

Unwind and connect with colleagues in a relaxed setting.

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Dinner

Share a meal with peers while reflecting on the day’s insights.

7:00 PM 

Awards Gala

Celebrate excellence and achievement in the environmental sector.

February 20, 2026

7:00 AM to 8:00 AM

Registration Opens

Check in early and prepare for another full day of learning.

8:00 AM to 8:30 AM

Breakfast Networking

Start your morning with meaningful conversations over breakfast.

8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Technology & Innovation

Green Jobs of Tomorrow: Where Are the Opportunities?

8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Education & Workforce

Projects

8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

9:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Coffee Break

Refuel with refreshments while networking with participants.

10:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Technology & Innovation

Women in Sustainability Leadership: Breaking Barriers & Driving Impact

10:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Mita Dasog

Education & Workforce

Renewable Energy Innovations: What’s Next in Solar, Wind, & Hydro?

10:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

11:00 AM to 11:15 AM | 

Coffee Break

Refresh and connect with exhibitors and colleagues.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Amanda Hall | David Billedeau

Technology & Innovation

From Pilots to Practice: Advancing Innovative Clean Tech for a Sustainable Tomorrow

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Judene Pretti

Education & Workforce

Education Track: Mohawk, RRU, Magnet, Geni with forcast

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Innovation Stage & Exhibition

Innovation Stage/Lightening Talks

12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 

Networking Lunch

Connect with colleagues and speakers over lunch.

1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

GHG Management Training

A practical deep dive into greenhouse gas measurement, reporting, and reduction strategies.

Awards Gala

February 19 from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM MT

The Awards Gala is an evening dedicated to honouring the visionaries and innovators driving progress in the environmental sector.
Join us for an unforgettable night of fine dining, networking, and entertainment as we recognize the achievements shaping a greener, more resilient future.

Cocktails / Networking
Dinner & Awards Presentation
Keynote Speaker
Networking Continues

Floor Plan

Explore the event layout with the floor plan to easily locate session spaces. Use it to navigate directly to your scheduled events without missing a beat.

Step Into the Innovation Stage

The Innovation Stage at ECO IMPACT is your chance to see the next generation of environmental solutions in action. From lightning talks to startup showcases, this dynamic platform connects innovators with investors, partners, and changemakers.

FAQ

Have questions about IMPACT? Check out our FAQ for everything you need to know about joining us at The Westin Calgary. We’re here to help make your experience seamless and enjoyable.

Get In Touch With Us

Event Location

The Westin Calgary, 320 4 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2S6

When

February 19-20, 2026

The Province of Alberta is working in partnership with the Government of Canada to provide employment support programs and services.

Land Acknowledgment

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity, and truth, we acknowledge that we live, work, and gather on the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, including the Blackfoot Confederacy—comprising the Siksika, Kainai, and Piikani Nations—as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina Nations.

This land, known as Moh’kinsstis in the Blackfoot language and encompassing what is now Districts 5 and 6, is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3, within the historical Northwest Métis homeland.

We recognize and honour the deep connection these Nations have to the land, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share in its stewardship.

As we continue our work, we commit to learning from Indigenous knowledge systems, uplifting Indigenous voices, and fostering relationships rooted in equity, understanding, and reconciliation.

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