ECIC 2026

Environmental Challenges and Innovations Conference – Gulf Coast

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center
6840 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77030

Registration and sponsorship opportunities are now open.

Registration Sponsors & Exhibitors Presentation Opportunities Contact

Conference Overview

The Texas Association of Environmental Professionals, in partnership with the Industry Council on the Environment, is pleased to announce the Environmental Challenges and Innovations Conference (ECIC) – Gulf Coast, taking place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center in Houston, Texas.

This one-day conference provides a local forum for environmental professionals in industry, government, consulting, and academia throughout the greater Houston and Gulf Coast region to exchange technical knowledge, discuss emerging environmental challenges, showcase innovative solutions, and network with their peers.

Registration Information

Registration Type	Registration Fee
Full Day – Non-Member (Includes Lunch + one year of TAEP membership)	$200
Full Day – TAEP Member (Includes Lunch)	$150
Full Day – Industry Council Member (Includes Lunch)	$150
Half Day (Lunch Not Included)	$110
Student (Includes Lunch)	$25

Some registration categories require a registration code. Please contact [email protected] for assistance.

Full-day and student registrations include lunch and are limited by conference lunch capacity. Half-day registrations do not include lunch and may remain available after lunch-inclusive registration reaches capacity. Student registrations are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities

ECIC 2026 provides an opportunity to showcase your organization to environmental professionals from industry, government, consulting, and academia while supporting professional development, networking, and student scholarship initiatives.

Sponsorship Level	Investment	Included Attendee Badges	Benefits
Platinum Sponsor *Sold Out*	$1,500	2	Premium exhibitor space, recognition on technical track and session signage, company introduction at the beginning of sponsored technical session(s), and lunch sponsor recognition.
Gold Sponsor *Sold Out*	$1,200	1	Assigned exhibitor space, recognition on session signage, company introduction at the beginning of a technical session, and lunch sponsor recognition.
Silver Sponsor *Limited Availability*	$1,000	1	Assigned exhibitor space and lunch sponsor recognition.
Coffee / Refreshment Underwriter *Available*	$500	Not included	Recognition and signage associated with conference coffee and/or refreshment service.
Happy Hour Underwriter *Available*	$500	Not included	Recognition and signage associated with the conference networking happy hour.

Sponsorship Registration Information

Sponsorships and exhibitor space are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability.
Premium exhibitor locations are reserved for Platinum Sponsors.
Included attendee registrations must be completed separately using the registration code provided to your organization.
Additional exhibitor representatives may register at the discounted rate of $110 per person. Please contact [email protected] to obtain the appropriate registration code before registering.
Companies interested in customized sponsorship or underwriting opportunities should contact [email protected] for additional information.

Sponsor / Exhibitor Registration

ECIC 2026 Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Coming soon.

Coffee & Refreshment Underwriters

Presentation Opportunities

The ECIC 2026 technical program is currently being finalized. Additional presentations may be considered if space remains available or if a presentation aligns with an identified program need.

If you would like to be considered, please contact [email protected].

Contact Information

Presentation Opportunities
[email protected]

Registration & Conference Information
[email protected]

Sponsorship / Exhibitor Questions
[email protected]