Federica Dei has been awarded first prize at the 8th edition of the ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) YPG (Young Professionals Group) Online Conference 2025 for her research titled: “Modeling Future Waste From the Energy Transition: A Forecast-Oriented Approach For Italy.” The ISWA YPG had invited young professionals under the age of 35 to submit abstracts for the conference, held under the theme “Towards a Wasteless Future or Wasteful Planet.” All submitted abstracts were reviewed by the Conference Scientific Committee. A total of 45 abstracts were received, of which 44% were rejected. Reflecting on the award, Federica commented: > “The ISWA YPG Online Conference has been an incredible opportunity to connect > with scientists and waste experts from around the world, leaving me with such > positive energy. > > I’m honoured to receive this recognition for my work on forecasting waste from > the energy transition. Assessing and quantifying these complex, > resource-intensive waste streams is essential to truly close the loop and turn > future challenges into opportunities — not only for the sector, but far > beyond. > > For me, it’s about realizing that despite our distances and differences, we > face similar issues and share a common commitment to finding solutions. It’s > powerful to see how science and technology can bring us together for a better > future on our planet.” L'articolo Federica Dei Wins First Prize at the 8th ISWA YPG Online Conference 2025 proviene da DICA - Polimi.