The Ash Development Association of Australia (ADAA) invites you to join our Australian delegation to the World of Coal Ash (WOCA) 2026, https://worldofcoalash.org/ the premier international conference on the science, application, and sustainability of coal combustion products (CCPs).

Conference details:

• Dates:May 4–7, 2026
• Venue: Central Bank Center, Lexington, Kentucky, USA
• Hosts: American Coal Ash Association (ACAA) & University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research (UK CAER) 
• Registration window: Online registration opens July 11, 2025; closes May 1, 2026
• Call for abstracts: Submissions due December 15, 2025 (if you wish to present) 
• Short course: Monday May 4, 2026 (separate registration) 
• Accommodation: Room blocks available at Hilton Downtown Lexington and Hyatt Regency Lexington (adjacent to the venue) 

Why attend with ADAA?

• Access the latest global advances across CCP harvesting, beneficiation, standards, and low-carbon concretes.
• Network with utilities, specifiers, researchers, and solution providers from across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific.
• Coordinate with fellow Australian stakeholders to amplify our national priorities and showcase local innovation.

Expressions of Interest: ADAA Delegation Visit to UK CAER (Lexington, Kentucky)

In conjunction with WOCA 2026, ADAA is forming a member delegation to visit the University of Kentucky – Center for Applied Energy Research (UK CAER) to view laboratories and current CCP-related research programs (e.g., cementitious/low-carbon binders, petrology/beneficiation labs). The visit will be scheduled in Lexington around the conference dates to minimise travel.

Proposed inclusions (subject to confirmation):

• Guided lab tours and research briefings at UK CAER (cementitious/low-carbon materials; harvesting & ash characterisation). 
• Targeted roundtable with ACAA/UK CAER experts on standards, market development, and ponded-ash harvesting. 
• Optional WOCA short course attendance and exhibitor hall walk-throughs. 

How to participate

Attend WOCA 2026
Register directly via WOCA (early is best for flights & hotels). https://worldofcoalash.org/

Costs & travel

Delegates self-fund flights, accommodation, registration, and incidentals. WOCA has negotiated hotel blocks beside the venue; book early for best rates.  If you have questions—or if your organisation is interested in sponsoring an element of the Australian delegation—please contact me @Craig Heidrich – ADAA. I am looking forward another successful conference and everyone representing Australia’s leadership in CCP utilisation on the world stage and strengthening links with our ACAA and UK CAER colleagues. 

Submit your EOI for the UK CAER Visit

 https://www.adaa.asn.au/2025/09/australian-member-delegation-tour-of-uk-caer/