2025 Phoenix Awards Nominations Are Open!

The premier awards program for brownfields redevelopment is coming to Chicago! The awards reflect the progression of brownfield redevelopment over the past 20+ years by recognizing extraordinary practitioners and projects.

Today, brownfields redevelopment is an established practice area with expertise and organizations from the public, private, and nonprofit sectors across the country. The awards recognize exemplary practitioners and projects that are creating jobs, economic opportunity, and stronger communities.

Nominations are due on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

All winners will be notified in June 2025 and recognized at the National Brownfields Training Conference in Chicago from August 5-8, 2025.

Affiliate Meeting Requests Are Open!

Affiliate Meetings are any events that are requested to take place in conjunction with the National Brownfields Training Conference that are not part of educational programming.

There will be no charge for use of the meeting space at McCormick Place, however, all food and beverage and audio-visual requests will be directed to our official vendors, and requestors will need to establish a form of payment with each vendor directly.

The deadline to request an affiliate meeting is Friday, May 16, 2025.



For more information, please contact Travis Childrey (tchildrey@icma.org).

Sponsorships and Exhibiting Opening Soon!

The National Brownfields Training Conference is the largest event in the nation focused on land revitalization and economic development.

Sponsorship elevates your visibility with decision makers and potential clients from across the country. There will be several opportunities for you to showcase your goods or services and engage your target audience.

The Exhibitor and Sponsorship Prospectus is currently being developed. In the meantime, use the form below to let us know you are interested in supporting Brownfields 2025. The planning team will be in touch soon!

Registration Opening Soon!

Mark your calendars: Registration for the National Brownfields Training Conference will open April 2025.

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