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We know that sustainability is becoming increasingly important. Running World of Concrete gives us many opportunities to improve our impact environmentally, socially, and economically in the regions we operate. Concrete, as an important material used in construction, also has significant benefits of sustainability, particularly focusing on its uses.
Along with our sustainability programs before, during, and after WOC each year, many of our exhibiting companies are achieving success with their own sustainability efforts on a local and global efforts. Below are some of our 2026 Exhibitors with a link to their websites, highlighting some of these efforts:
World of Concrete is evolving and will play a role in helping the market improve its own sustainability. We do this through connecting people with networks and knowledge to help solve the big challenges in our industry.
Energy
We minimize energy use by reducing the lights, power and HVAC during move-in and move-out times in exhibit halls to reduce our event's carbon emissions from the venue energy use and to help us create Net Zero Carbon events, utilizing renewable electricity for WOC 2025 and beyond.
Exhibitor Service Manuals
ESMs are only available electronically via our website.
Booth Furnishings & Carpet
We make use of pre-cut to length table top vinyl, reusable drapery, wooden tables, and biodegradable trash can liners. All carpet, padding, and plastic covering used contain recycled content and are recyclable.
Better Stands Program
We aim to unite and encourage exhibitors, along with their appointed contractors, to build reusable stands instead of single-use disposable ones.
Staff Training
Our staff is trained to properly dispose of recyclable materials and other waste.
Transportation & Equipment
We utilize natural gas forklifts and hand carts to move freight which assists in air quality.
Material Recycling
We recycle badge stock (collected from attendees at the end of the show) and scrap materials post-show.
Signs & Graphics
Whenever possible, graphics are produced from environmentally responsible components with water-based inks.
ECONOMIC IMPACT TO LAS VEGAS
The Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority estimates that WOC brings in over $97 million in economic impact to the City of Las Vegas.
RECYCLE
WOC recycles an average of 80% of materials used at the show. In addition, 77 tons of brick and block was donated to Habitat Las Vegas; 51.7 tons donated to the International Masonry Training & Education Foundation; and 3 tons donated to Habitat for Humanity.
THE CIM AUCTION AT WOC
The National Steering Committee (NSC) for the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program – a business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management – raised close to 21 million to the CIM program in the past 19 years.
The program gives students entering the concrete work force industry experience early in their careers.
GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
1975-2024: More than $16 million contributed to the Industry through support of 17 leading concrete associations that are cosponsors of WOC.
THE WEATHERTON AWARD
This scholarship award was debuted at WOC 2015 to highlight the success of CIM, students from program universities, California State University (Chico), Middle Tennessee State University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, and Texas State University, and South Dakota State University.
Each year students are invited to present their industry papers. Topics range from applied material research, studies on improving contractor efficiency, and new business development. The papers and presentations are judged by a panel of industry professionals who select the best paper/presentation. To honor these students, World of Concrete established the Bob Weatherton Award, in memory of this industry icon. The award, along with $2,500 in scholarship money, is presented each year at the show.
Printing
World of Concrete uses efficient and sustainably sourced paper to mail a limited number of event brochures using FSC certified paper. We have also transitioned from a printed onsite show program to a digital pre-show planner and onsite mobile app, converted our publication bins to digital (available through the show app and the WOC website) and moved to 100% online registration, eliminating printed onsite reg forms, and other promotional materials. WOC has also moved to a digital environment for our onsite Press Room, and other previously printed show materials.
Procurement
United Service Companies prioritizes using green cleaning equipment and chemicals. Our equipment specifically reduces emissions and use of water. Our relationships with the nation's largest and most reputable cleaning product suppliers provides our customers peace of mind when working with United.
Utilization
United Service Companies utilizes ongoing employee training on our green chemicals and equipment. This ensures our services at all levels are prioritizing clean practices.
Diverting Waste
United Service Companies works directly with our facility partners to recycle waste properly and greatly reduces waste from ending up in landfills. We take extra steps to follow our facility partners' and clients' strict guidelines.
United’s cleaning programs help to reduce harmful exposures and yield many other positive benefits for our workers, custodial staff and the environment.
As an industry leader, we have a responsibility to be at the forefront of green cleaning. We work with the top agencies who specialize in green cleaning such as LEED, EPP, and Green Label.
Our first aim is for our events to inspire sustainable development.
This is about the sustainability of the industry that our event serves. With focus on our content and partnerships, we inspire our attendees, exhibitors and event teams to deliver a sustainable event.
Our second aim is to run our events in an environmentally responsible manner.
The key is considering how we can reduce our carbon footprint through energy efficiency, consideration of our energy use, waste reduction and our procurement choices.
Our third aim is to run our events in a socially responsible manner.
This requires us to think about the impact we have on the local community and whether we are being a good neighbor. It also includes how we consider the welfare of everyone at our events, how we do business in an ethical and safe manner and how we promote equality and accessibility.
World of Concrete is the industry's ONLY annual international event dedicated to commercial concrete and masonry construction industries. Featuring indoor and outdoor exhibits with the industry's leading suppliers showcasing innovative products and technologies, exciting demonstrations and competitions and world-class education program.
The 2027 World of Concrete Education Program will offer sessions of solid, in-depth learning options for every concrete/ masonry professional including technical applications, business best practices, project management, and safety-relevant topics for every skill level from beginner to experienced, every level of responsibility from office and field personnel to business owners.
FUTURE SHOW DATES
WOC 2028: January 25-27; Education 24-27