2027 Student Program & Poster Presentation Competition

Recognizing Future Environmental Science and Engineering Leaders

Are you studying environmental science or engineering and researching remediation technologies, emerging contaminants, or related environmental challenges? If so, don't miss your chance to participate in the 2027 RemTEC & Emerging Contaminants Summit Student Program. Showcase your research, connect with environmental professionals, and compete for cash awards.

We are proud to showcase the important role that partnerships between the academic community and private-sector organizations play in promoting thought leadership in our industry.

Submit Your Abstract

Past Student Competition Winners

POSTER PRESENTATIONS

Each student will prepare and present a poster of their research. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their work, connect with attendees and network with environmental professionals in person. Posters will be displayed during show hours.

FLASH ORAL PRESENTATIONS

Student participants will have 60 seconds to present their research during the general session. This is an opportunity to get in front of potential future employers, colleagues and peers and share a short summary of your poster presentation.

1-ON-1 CAREER PLANNING

Each student will have the opportunity to participate in a one-on-one meeting with a student mentor. Mentors will range from academic leaders and environmental professionals and engineers to government officials and regulatory community leaders. This unique opportunity gives students the chance to connect with someone putting their education and experience to work in the environmental science and remediation field.

Important Dates:

• November 12, 2026: Abstract submission deadline
• January 6, 2027: Notification of acceptance
• March 3, 2027: Registration deadline
• March 12, 2027: Subission of draft presentation
• March 15-April 2, 2027: Virtual presentation practice
• April 7, 2027: Final presentation due
• April 12, 2027: In-person practice session
• April 13-15, 2027: Poster Judging
• April 15, 2027: Winner announced

Evaluation Criteria:

Student presentations will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Delivery of flash presentation
• Originality of work, including new concepts and innovations
• Organization and structure of presentation/poster
• Quality of data and materials, including clarity and use of graphics
• Communication of content by presenter
• Research and analysis techniques
• Completeness of work or project

Student Competition Guidelines:

• To enter submit your abstract here.
• You will receive an email confirming that you are entered in the competition.
• Contestants must register for the Summit at the student rate and will have access to all aspects of the program.
• The student must be both the primary author and presenting author.
• The student must present their own work.
• During the Summit, a judging committee will select the three best student presentations.
• Winners will be announced on Thursday, April 15, 2027.
• The first place winner will receive an award of $500, the second place winner will receive an award of $350, and the third place winner will receive an award of $250.
• Proof of student status in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at the time of the Summit is required.

Past Student Competition Judges:

• Jason Hnatko, Allonnia
• Jeffrey McDonough, CDM Smith 
• Zekun Liu, Claros Technologies
• John McNally, Clean Harbors
• Dr. Shilai Hao, Colorado School of Mines
• Brian Frewerd, ECT2
• Mahsa Shayan, Geosyntec Consultants
• Calvin Leong, GSI