EKOTECH (10-11.04.2024)
24th Environmental Protection and Waste Management Expo EKOTECH

About the event
Ekotech expo features solutions that shape the future of the Polish waste management and recycling sector
This year's Ekotech hosted a large group of representatives of local governments, waste management specialists and leaders from the municipal industry. Not only was the Kielce meeting the opportunity to exchange experiences and establish cooperation, but also to gain knowledge about the latest industry trends. - Importantly, we also pay more and more attention to waste segregation; We have a lot to do in this area i.e. waste management. Thus our event is undoubtedly needed and will further develop - said the president of Targi Kielce, Doctor Andrzej Mochoń.
Eco-innovations and novelties presented at Ekotech
The bill provides that the scheme starts in January, and it applies to single-use plastic beverage bottles with a capacity of up to three liters and metal cans with a capacity of up to one liter, and the deposit will be 50 grosz. Ekotech was the stage for AKE Technologies; the firm presented a modular reverse-vending machine, particularily useful when the deposit system is intoroduced - Our device recognises bottles that udergo the deposit system by barcode scanning. Even if the user tries to cheat the system and paste the code, the machine detects irregularity. – said Marcin Derenda from AKE Technologies, the system provider for sorting, pressing and storing returnable packaging. – The device can be placed anywhere, it is mobile, so it is a good solution, e.g. during events and concerts. – adds the company's president.
The modernisation of the BDO system (Waste Database) introduced in 2020 is proposed by TwojaBDO; it offers a platform that revolutionises the way waste is managed. – The basic version of the BDO system is not friendly to recycling companies as it does not have many functionalities and is therefore not very ergonomic. YourBDO works as a browser extension; we modify the government website, adding various functions - says Krzysztof Fidoń - The larger the company, the more cards it has to complete, the better this solution is for them. – adds the company representative.
The search for ergonomic solutions also guided the creators of the CitySolar bin. CitySolar – is an intelligent container with a waste compressing press installed is powered by PV system. The drive is also solar-energy powered. Therefore, we gain space while reducing expenses and carbon footprint - Martyna Samson - This Scandinavian solution will work well in public places, schools and large companies. – she adds.
This year's Ekotech also hosted Globtrak Polska which premiered a four- camera system equipped with an artificial intelligence module - The solution is primarily aimed at improving the safety of people near the vehicle during the waste collection process in the city. The system is designed to support young drivers in maneuvering municipal vehicles – added Rafał Chaba from Globtrak Polska.
Odzyskaj Środowisko Foundation [Regain Environment], MB Recycling, PolKa - Polska Kaucja [Polish Deposits] and GECON exhibited together at the Ekotechand presented the practical dimension of recycling, offering new solutions in circular economy and ecological education. The presentation included beautiful chess pieces made of recycled materials, as well as parts of cables and refrigerators. The Recover the Environment Foundation proudly presented recycled hives made from a washing machine drum.
Recycling of waste, photovoltaic panels and vehicles, deposit system - the main issues of industry meetings at Ekotech
Polish-Ukrainian Forum at Ekotech
For the first time the April Targi Kielce Ekotech welcomed the national stand of Ukrainian companies organised by the Centre for Ecology and Economic Promotion and the Polish-Ukrainian Economic Center. - Our guests, a delegation from Ukrainian cities, are here to share what the cities have to offer, their expectations and what they would like to do. These are the silent heroes on whose shoulders the fate of the inhabitants rests, they care for their webeing, life, food and housing amid the noise the bombs and drones generate - emphasised Czesław Roll, President of Board at the Centre for Ecology and Economic Promotion. The Ecotech's Ukraine cooperation zone witnessed numerous meetings between representatives of several cities and communes from Ukraine and representatives of the Kielce city authorities and local business. The mayors of Ukrainian cities and municipalities - Zviahel, Korostien, Poltava, Uman, Boyarka and Zhytomyr were active event participants; the guests discussed Polish experiences in urban modernisation, development opportunities for Ukrainian cities and ways of possible cooperation.
Awards and Distinction presented at the EKOTECH
This year's Ekotech awading ceremony was the place to recogise innovative solutions in the environmental protection and waste management domain. Companies' attractive and modern style of their trade fair presentation also gained accolades. The following products received distinctions at the expo:
- APRIVA for the ZEN electric sweeper,
- EcoHydroCarbon for thermal transformation of polymer waste,
- Globtrak Polska for the GT AI Globtrak vision system,
- Ekorum for the educational and information campaign related to waste management carried out for MZGOK in Janczyce.
Awards of the 24th International Environmental Protection and Waste Management Expo were preentd to
- ECO_UTILITY Ecoutility for the electronic garbage gazebo,
- BARTESKO PW, BARTŁOMIEJ SKOWROŃSKI, for a mobile electric device for municipal works,
- Auto Moto Projekt Group for a fully electric garbage truck.
TARGI KIELCE TOP DESIGN - Distinctions for elegance and innovative exhibition presentation style were presented to Krozmet, Recykl recovery organisation, Kärcher, GP Truck Trading, Zeppelin Polska and Melex. TOP DESIGN AWARDS for original, elegant and comprehensive expo presentation were presented to MB Group, Dreiger and Globtrak Polska. At the end of the gala, Exhibitors celebrating anniversaries were also appreciated. 5th birthday wishes went to YourBDO company. Globtrak Polska celebrates its 15th anniversary. The GP TRUCK TRADING company and the FORS Car Recycling Forum Association have been in the market for a quarter of a century. The Zygmunt J. Głuchowski SC Zygmunt Głuchowski I Helena Głuchowska Kooperacja – Przemysłowo-Handlowa celebrates its 30th anniversary, and the Abrys company celebrates its 35th anniversary. The SaMASZ company has also been operating on the market for over 40 years.
We invite you to join the next 25th Ekotech Environmental Protection and Waste Management Fair in 2025!