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

Join us at the Omni Providence Hotel for the 32nd Annual Conference & Eco-Marketplace.

Register for the Annual Conference here.

The Ecological Landscape Alliance (ELA) is excited to announce the 2026 Annual Conference & Eco-Marketplace to be held in Providence, Rhode Island. 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.

Tracks for this Year’s Conference Include:
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.

Learn more about our amazing roster of speakers by downloading their abstracts and bios with this link.