Postponed: ELA’s 32nd Annual Conference & Eco-Marketplace: Navigating Uncertainty

An Update on Our 2026 Conference Timing

The Ecological Landscape Alliance (ELA) is committed to delivering a high-quality, impactful experience that reflects the excellence of our community. To ensure we meet this standard for every speaker, attendee, and exhibitor, we have made the decision to postpone the conference until later in 2026, originally scheduled for February 4 & 5 in Providence, RI.

We are currently finalizing new dates and a refreshed schedule. We appreciate your patience as we navigate this change—stay tuned for an official announcement coming very soon!

We know you likely have questions regarding travel, schedules, and next steps. Our team is currently preparing personalized updates for every speaker, attendee, and sponsor to ensure all your options are clear. We kindly ask for your patience while we finalize these details. You can expect a direct email from us with everything you need no later than January 23, 2026. 

Future Registrations
Interested in joining us? Registration will temporarily pause while we finalize our new venue details. We will reopen this page with a full schedule and updated registration links as soon as the dates are confirmed.

UPDATED as of 1/15/2026

The Annual Conference brings together leaders in ecological landscape practices with a diverse range of professionals involved in landcare, including landscape architects, designers, growers, horticulturists, land stewards,  arborists, and installation/maintenance technicians. We also welcome students, educators, native plant enthusiasts, community activists, and home gardeners. The event will feature a two-day, multi-track program with opportunities to network, learn, and share new insights and strategies that contribute to sustainable and regenerative landscape management. Conference tracks are as follows:

Landscape Design
Presentations will explore innovative ways to use native plants, mitigate climate change, and design spaces that encourage biodiversity, including habitats for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Join us for some interactive workshops and discussions that will equip participants with practical tools and ideas for integrating ecological principles into landscape design.

Advocacy & Activism
This track will explore how to advocate for environmental and ecological causes and demonstrate how individuals and organizations are making a positive impact in their communities. Join us to learn about people who are actively working in or passionate about creating social, environmental, or policy change.

Managing Evolving Landscapes
This track is dedicated to the practical aspects of implementing and maintaining ecological landscapes. These sessions provide tangible takeaways, covering regenerative practices, plant propagation, creating and managing meadows, and managing invasive species. Sessions will also focus on effective land management and maintenance, including tools and best practices.

Ecological Business Practices
Join us for sessions on ecological business practices, which offer actionable insights into building and running ecological businesses.