GLRPPR Calendar

Conference highlights include: Organics Recycling and Path to Energy Independence; Sustainable Energy Crop Production; Manufacturers Tap AD to Reduct Costs, Carbon Footprint; Regulatory, Permitting Perspectives and Trends; Trading Carbon Credits from Bioenergy Production; and others. Visit the Web site for a full listing.

The Playbook for Green Buildings and Neighborhoods: Strategic Local Climate Solutions, a web-based resource, provides strategies, tips, and tools that counties can use to take immediate action on climate change through: green building, green neighborhoods, and sustainable infrastructure. The Playbook is designed both for communities that are considering making the first steps toward these, as well as for those who want to take existing efforts to a new level. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover:

• An explanation of the link between climate change and green building, neighborhoods and sustainable infrastructure
• How to utilize the playbook, regardless of what stage your county is at
• Additional resources available to assist your county in your efforts

As the largest conference of its kind in the world, the inaugural WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition will be the premier venue for showcasing new water-efficiency technology to industry and business from around the globe; building and strengthening effective, interdisciplinary relationships and establishing your company as an international leader in innovative water efficiency technology and services.

NGWA invites you to participate in the NGWA International Conference on Nonrenewable Ground Water Resources -- Sociotechnological Aspects of Nonrenewable Ground Water Resources: Half-Empty, Hall-Full, Top-Down, Bottom-Up, and Some Paths Forward by submitting an abstract for oral presentation on one or more of the following aspects of nonrenewable ground water (note that oral presentations on the scientific/engineering aspects of nonrenewable ground water resources will be by invitation only):

• Social
• Legal
• Economic
• Institutional
• Policy
• Management

Please note that all abstracts must be submitted online and are due by 11:59 p.m. (ET), February 4, 2008. Acceptance notices will be sent by February 29, 2008. PowerPoint presentations will be due September 15, 2008 for oral presentations.

Solar Power 2008 is where solar business takes place! If you have a professional interest in solar energy (photovoltaics, concentrating photovoltaics, solar thermal electric or solar hot water), this event has something to offer your business. Whether you walk the show floor to our 400+ exhibitors or you attend the 60+ conference sessions to learn about the latest market, policy, finance and technology happenings in the industry, you'll walk away with invaluable information and relationships.

Building Science Fundamentals 2007 is an advanced two-day seminar about optimizing building performance. Building Science Fundamentals 2007 focuses on commercial, institutional and multi-family buildings. However residential topics relating to unvented roofs/attics, basement and crawl space construction will also be covered and examples relating to single family construction will be presented.

When seeking to reduce energy consumption, help the environment, and save taxpayer dollars, what better way to start than by examining the performance of a county's buildings? According to the national ENERGY STAR program, nearly 30% of energy used in commercial or government buildings goes to waste. Different geographic regions may have different challenges and solutions in upgrading buildings to be more energy efficient. Although open to all, this workshop will focus on the southeast region of the country and will cover county case studies and:

• Specific challenges and solutions pertaining to weather-related energy use
• Associated costs and payback periods for typical building improvements
• Tools and resources available to assist counties in their energy upgrades

Wetlands are found all over the world, they help keep our water clean and provide valuable wildlife habitat! Wetlands also protect us from flood and control erosion.

WOW! The Wonders of Wetlands is a professional development course designed to teach educators all about the functions and values of wetlands and give teachers a fun and hands-on way to bring wetlands alive and to their classes.

9am - 4pm

Costs $45 per course and includes instruction and curriculum guide.

For more information or to register visit the Web site below.

Receive the definitive update on technical, economic, financial, and policy developments:

• The latest information on 4 capture pilot projects and 8 innovative capture solutions
• Power generators' perspectives
• Independent engineering assessments of post-combustion and oxyfuel
• Algal biofuels as a new revenue stream for CO2 capture
• Impact of the Carbon Principles
• Regulators' views

SWANA's 46th Annual Solid Waste Exhibition continues to be the only international solid waste trade show for solid waste professionals by solid waste professionals. WASTECON 2008 will fully showcase energy and climate issues and the exhibit hall will showcase vendors and service provides who are ready to help you find solutions to your Energy Climate and Solid Waste challenges.

Energy buyers can begin to support wind, solar, biomass, or hydroelectric energy without significantly changing their current energy programs. The market offers a variety of renewable energy products that enable counties to minimize their impact on the environment. Some also have load response programs, which provide financial rewards for using less energy on days when regional power grids are under stress. Find out how to earn payments for curtailing energy usage, and then use those dollars to purchase renewable power . What You'll Learn:

• Overview of renewable energy, demand response, and how it works
• Investment required to participate
• Eligibility rules and who can enroll
• Financial benefits and rewards

SOLEC 2008 will emphasis will be on "The Nearshore." In 1996, SOLEC focused on the nearshore lands and waters of the Great Lakes where biological productivity is greatest and where humans have maximum impact. In 2008, the conference will concentrate on what has changed with respect to the nearshore environments since 1996. Additional conditions and issues not evaluated in 1996 will also be addressed.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Spelman College invite participants to its 2008 Collegiate Environmental Sustainability Conference. The conference will feature speakers, panel presentations, and exhibits, as well an on-campus tour of the Green Residence Hall at Spelman College. The intent of the conference is to promote environmental, economic, and social benefits of green initiatives; provide numerous sources of funding for green building available at the national, state, and local levels; and facilitate a network of partnerships to promote green initiatives at HBCUs and MAIs.

Wetlands are found all over the world, they help keep our water clean and provide valuable wildlife habitat! Wetlands also protect us from flood and control erosion.

WOW! The Wonders of Wetlands is a professional development course designed to teach educators all about the functions and values of wetlands and give teachers a fun and hands-on way to bring wetlands alive and to their classes.

9am - 4pm

Costs $45 per course and includes instruction and curriculum guide. For more information or to register visit the Web site below.

This course provides participants with an overview of key concepts essential to understanding of the physical and chemical characteristics of soil, and provides a fundamental understanding of the contaminant transport in soil. This material is intended for environmental professionals who are not agronomist or soil specialists, but who require a fundamental understanding of contaminant behavior in soil and its various environmental settting. This course is recommended for all environmental professionals working with contaminated soil and water with minimal formal training in this subject. The course material will greatly enhance on-the-job training. It is also recommended for project managers seeking a review of the subject.

Intended Audience: This course is designed for practitioners and agency personnel including environmental scientists, biologics, ecologists, hydrologists, planners, and regulators, who deal with soil contaminant assessment and remediation.

Prerequisites: Completion of some college-level chemistry or geochemistry or completion of NWETC's Contaminant Chemistry and Transport Training Series (CHEM-403A & CHEM-403B).

Education Level: Intermediate

Course Materials: Participants will receive course proceedings, tutorials, and reference materials.

Continuing Education Units: 1.3

Registration: $495 (*$395 reduced tuition is available for Native American tribes; government employees; nonprofits; students; and NAEP, NEBC, NWAEP members).

Americans have grown increasingly concerned about U.S. dependence on oil imports and greenhouse gas emissions in recent years, resulting in greater interest in fuels like biodiesel and ethanol that can be produced from domestic feedstocks rather than petroleum. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover:

• Overview of the available and emerging kinds of biofuels and their associated costs and benefits
• Things to consider when incorporating biofuels into your county fleet

Wind turbine installations have many communities perplexed about the complexity of the installation. Learn about the challenges and steps your county can take to ensure a successful project. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover:

• Pros and Cons of wind turbine installations
• Checklist - from environmental concerns to siting codes
• Wind energy trends

CWRE is Canada's ONLY national tradeshow serving the waste, recycling and public works market. Focus areas include collection, hauling, processing and disposal of waste; materials recycling; municipal recycling programs including blue box programs, MRFs, scrap metals, C&D, wood, plastic, paper, auto, tires, fiber and more.

This event will draw thousands of buyers representing collection, hauling, disposal service companies; construction / demolition companies; consultants / engineers; facility / site operators; ICI (industrial, commercial & institutional); landfill operators; manufactures with waste streams; property managers; recycling coordinators; transportation / fleet maintenance personnel; waste managers; federal, provincial and municipal government employees responsible for waste management and public works; airport managers; road supervisors; lawyers related to the sectors; industry publishers and industry associations.

There is a growing trend of governmental agencies and non-profit organizations issuing triple bottom line reports. Accountability for environmental, social and economic impacts of a company is increasingly becoming a part of every manager or governmental officials job. However, there is much uncertainty and inconsistency in the field.

Triple bottom line reporting is emerging as an important and necessary part of an organizations disclosure. Two main issues addressed are 1) what a triple bottom line report is and 2) the areas addressed in a triple bottom line report. The first issue involves establishing an understanding of the triple bottom line and a structure for accountability. The second issue deals with identifying boundaries, a methodology for reporting and development of an understanding of the issues around subject areas in reporting.

The first day of this class will focus on defining triple bottom line (TBL) accounting: a brief discussion of the linkages between sustainability, corporate social responsibility, regulatory compliance and TBL reporting, the frameworks, performance areas and indicators for a TBL report, examples of TBL reports. The second day will cover boundaries, drivers, risks, liabilities, and stakeholder issues relative to triple bottom line reporting in theory and practice using examples from triple bottom line reports. The class will end by identifying factors for successful implementation of triple bottom line accounting and criteria for the quality of a triple bottom line report.

About the instructor: Ms. Laura Musikanski is a lawyer with an MBA and Certificate in Environmental Management from the University of Washington. Laura focused her business and legal education around the sustainability movement. Over the last 5 years she has written sustainability reports and consulted to non-profits, governmental agencies, and small, medium and large enterprises. She is on the board of Sustainable Seattle, serving as Vice President and Treasurer. Currently Laura is the sustainability practice leader at ENTRIX, Inc., a national environmental and natural resources consulting company.

Intended audience: Managers, business owners and government officials interested in managing and measuring environmental, social and economic performance and/or in issuing a triple bottom line report.

REGISTRATION: $320 business / $275 government rate / $220 Native American Tribes, Student & Non-Profit Rate

ALIVE! Expo is a two day health & wellness event for the entire family. Every year ALIVE! Expo brings together local and national natural product companies, alternative practitioners, chiropractors, health food retailers and community non-profit organizations showcasing information about their products and services to thousands of individuals interested in leading a healthy lifestyle. Our mission is to inspire and encourage individuals to embrace a life of health, wellness and fitness through awareness of natural and alternative solutions, advanced medicine research, education, nutrition, exercise and lifelong benefits of living a healthy lifestyle.

AASHE 2008 offers an exciting and unique opportunity for every sector of higher education in the U.S. and Canada to demonstrate how colleges and universities and their partners can lead the way to a sustainable future.

AASHE's biennial conference is the largest gathering of its kind in the U.S. and Canada. Well over 1,000 participants are expected to attend from higher education, business, non-profit and government. Given AASHE's diverse mix of members, the event will have an impressive array of institutions and sustainability interests represented.

Reflecting this year's theme, "Working Together for Sustainability -- On Campus and Beyond," AASHE has partnered with Sustainable North Carolina to offer a special 2-day tradeshow - "Sustainable Solutions Expo: Green Solutions for Campuses, Businesses, Institutions." Admission is included with conference registration. Other special events include AASHE's awards banquet (included with registration), field trips to local campuses, a Career Fair, specialized pre-conference workshops, a pre-conference Student Summit, and engaging keynotes by Lester Brown, Peter Senge, Van Jones, and Vandana Shiva.

All proposal abstracts except posters are due by May 1 and may be submitted in three categories: Education & Research, Operations, and Administration & Finance. Poster submissions are due by September 1.

The use of landfill gas (methane) as a renewable, green energy source can save a county space in the local landfill, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and generate power for homes and businesses. This readily available gas is naturally created naturally through the decomposition of waste in landfills. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover:

• Available and emerging technologies and resources for counties to capture landfill gas and transform it into a renewable energy resource.
• Associated costs and savings

This will be the first regional conference on developing and implementing building deconstruction and other creative solutions to address problems and solutions surrounding vacant and abandoned structures. The conference will include several course tracks to highlight innovative practices in building reuse and vacant property stabilization around the country. Continue to learn about these issues and to apply it an optional training titled Designing A Project For Deconstruction which will be held on Wednesday, November 19th. The training will be a mix of presentations, Q&A, a hands-on job-site visit with exercises for participants, and a general forum for discussion.

When seeking to reduce energy consumption, help the environment, and save taxpayer dollars, what better way to start than by examining the performance of a county's buildings? According to the national ENERGY STAR program, nearly 30% of energy used in commercial or governments buildings goes to waste. Different geographic regions may have different challenges and solutions in upgrading buildings to be more energy efficient. Although open to all, this workshop will focus on the midwest region of the country and will cover county case studies and:

• Specific challenges and solutions pertaining to weather-related energy use
• Associated costs and payback periods for typical building improvements
• Tools and resources available to assist counties in their energy upgrades

Academic Impressions will host a webcast entitled, "Green Laboratories: Resource Conservation in Research Settings." The webcast will teach participants how to move towards the coordinated campus approach needed in labs to conserve resources and lower costs and reexamine common assumptions regarding day-to-day lab operations and maintenance. The event will detail a successful lab conservation program at UC Santa Barbara that engages students, faculty, staff, and administrators in both bottom-up and top-down efforts. Early registration ends October 31, 2008.

Boston - the historic cradle of the American Revolution, home to innovations that have far-reaching impact and the perfect place to celebrate Greenbuild 2008's theme of "Revolutionary Green: Innovations for Global Sustainability."

Buildings play a critical role in protecting and improving our environment and the health of the people who occupy them. USGBC's Greenbuild conference and expo is an unparalleled opportunity to connect with other green building peers, industry experts, and influential leaders as they share insights on the green building movement and its diverse specialties.

Measuring and reducing water use is not only an important part of risk management and sustainability; it also helps business save on energy, carbon and costs. Top companies are responding to water risks and opportunities by creating innovative water management techniques. But measuring and cutting water consumption is a complex and challenging task involving many stakeholders along the supply chain. This is why now is the optimal time for companies to share best practices on reducing water consumption.

This conference will outline how leading companies are addressing water management and offer practical advice on mapping and reducing water consumption. Our interactive program is designed to inform those managing environmental, sustainability, facilities, supply chain, water, energy, natural resource, logistics, regulatory affairs, and public affairs functions.

When seeking to reduce energy consumption, help the environment, and save taxpayer dollars, what better way to start than by examining the performance of a county's buildings? According to the national ENERGY STAR program, nearly 30% of energy used in commercial or governments buildings goes to waste. Different geographic regions may have different challenges and solutions in upgrading buildings to be more energy efficient. Although open to all, this workshop will focus on the southwest region of the country and will cover county case studies and:

• Specific challenges and solutions pertaining to weather-related energy use
• Associated costs and payback periods for typical building improvements
• Tools and resources available to assist counties in their energy upgrades

Energy buyers that purchase renewable power support wind, solar, biomass, or hydroelectric energy and make environmentally responsible choices. With the right strategy, these counties are also positioned as leaders in the marketplace and benefit from positive press and public relations. There are a variety of products and voluntary programs that benefit consumers ' bottom lines. Find out how to make smart choices about purchasing renewable power and the best ways to maximize these investments. What You'll Learn:

• Overview of renewable energy and how it works
• How to buy renewable energy
• Best ways to maximize your investment in renewable energy
• Financial benefits and rewards

Commercial Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic installations are becoming more popular. Learn about this expanding market segment and what it means for your county. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover:

• Solar thermal applications for HVAC and plumbing systems in county buildings
• Applications and emerging technologies that will revolutionize the way we apply solar thermal systems
• Understand the architectural considerations for performance and aesthetics
• Public sector installation of photovoltaic systems
• Typical cost savings
• Third party ownership model and current incentives

Greenopolis.com is the first "green", interactive, collaborative, educational website to bring together communities, environmental organizations, schools, universities, foundations and corporations, to rewards for making incremental positive environmental changes. This webinar will cover:

• How to get your county involved with the program
• Tools and resources to actively promote Greenopolis in your community

Register now for MEEA's 2009 Midwest Energy Solutions Conference: Delivering Progress! Attended by nearly 300 top-level energy leaders, this year's conference program includes general plenary overviews of current energy efficiency policy initiatives, as well as more focused break-out sessions highlighting current program opportunities to increase energy efficiency advancements nationally, regionally and on a state-by-state basis. The conference provides both structured and informal opportunities to network with people significant to your work and business.

Also be sure to register for this year's Inspiring Efficiency Awards gala and dinner to honor those individuals and organizations who have delivered groundbreaking advancements in the industry.

The conference format and tradeshow provide a collobrative setting and numerous opportunities for networking. The Plastics Recycling 2009 Conference agenda will feature extesnive and detailed industry assessments including analyses of trends in the U.S. and Canada, plastics collection issues, recycling market factors, and legislative and plicy considerations Presenters include the leading experts in plastics recovery and utilization.

Join a diverse group of industry professionals responsible for water resource management, including municipal and tribal managers, state and federal regulators, engineers, consultants, green building and LEED certified construction contractors, developers, compliance professionals, design professionals, researchers, nonprofit professionals, irrigation professionals, and officials at special sites, such as ports, airports, and military bases.

Discover the latest water efficiency and conservation techniques, performance case studies, research, technology, and services--in an unparalleled education and training setting for anyone involved in water resource management and conservation. The exhibit hall will also feature the latest products, technologies, and services available to help facilitate your community's efforts in water efficiency and conservation.

Green Festival" is a joint project of Global Exchange and Co-op America, celebrating what's working in our communities--for people, business and the environment. Attend the nation's premier sustainability event in Chicago for 2 days filled with the best in green!

The World Environmental & Water Resources Congress is an important annual opportunity for the best minds at work in environmental and water fields to convene and focus on topics of the day. This Congress' central theme is the great rivers of the world and the engineering challenges of balancing environmental and development issues while achieving a sustainable future. It is imperative that those working on the front lines -- at the environmental/water engineering nexus -- share insights from research and practical experience in the field to generate best practices for the future on issues such as river system management, environmental issues, watershed management and restoration, dam safety, hydraulic structures, and so much more.

Join thousands of professionals responsible for stormwater management, including municipal and tribal managers, state and federal regulators, engineers, consultants, highway and heavy-construction contractors, developers, compliance professionals, design professionals, researchers, nonprofit professionals, and officials at special sites, such as ports, airports, and military bases.

Stormwater management is a fast-changing discipline and StormCon is the only professional conference and exposition where you can learn about the latest stormwater program management innovations, BMPs performance case studies, research, technology, and services. StormCon is the discipline's international networking, education, and training center. StormCon also features the largest exhibition of stormwater equipment and technologies in one place.

ACI (Affordable Comfort, Inc.) is a non-profit organization, founded on an assembly of people who gathered in Pittsburgh, PA in 1986. They had a common interest in sharing what they understood about making homes energy efficient, comfortable, and affordable, without risk to the residents and building structure. This approach to weatherizing, remodeling, or building came to be known as "House as a System."

ACI offers a Webcast training on a wide array of home building topics. To see a list of upcoming topics and dates, visit their Web site.

• How new and proposed regulations will affect your site
• How to classify hazardous waste using information you won't find the regulations
• Exemptions and exclusions that can save you money

Who should attend? Anyone who wants to go beyond the basic RCRA requirements, while meeting the annual training requirement.

For course topics, locations, class fee, and schedule visit the Web site listed below.

The American Chemical Society's webcast Courses provide the same high-quality instruction you expect from ACS, but without the added expense and frustration of travel. The course catalog covers a wide variety of topics and skill levels. A complete list of webcast courses can be found by visiting the Web site.

You will learn:

• How to package, mark, and label hazardous materials
• How to choose the correct DOT shipping name
• How to complete shipping papers
• How to load, unload, and placard properly
• Your responsibilities to ensure hazardous material security
• Recent changes in the regulations

Who must attend? Personnel responsible for the safe shipment of hazardous materials, including anyone who fills packages, marks or labels containers, completes or signs shipping papers, loads or uloads vehicles, or operates vehicles used to transport hazardous materials.

This course meets DOT requirements for initial and recurrent training.

For course topics, locations, class fee, and schedule visit the Web site listed below.

You will learn:

• How to determine which of your wastes are hazardous waste
• Status of the new shop towel rule
• How to manage universal waste and used oil
• How to store hazardous waste at satellite and accumulation points
• How to select the right container for your waste and ensure that it is properly makred, labeled, and sealed
• How to complete the hazardous waste manifest
• How to prepare for and respond to emergencies

Who must attend? Annual training is required (40 CFR 265.16) for all personnel who handle hazardous waste. And if you sign a hazardous waste manifes, you also are required to have DOT training.

For course topics, locations, class fee, and schedule visit the Web site listed below.

MREA offers workshops that cover a variety of topics in renewable energy. Come learn from experts in the field about subjects including:

• wind systems
• PV-photovoltaics (solar electric)
• solar thermal systems for domestic hot water and space heating
• photovoltaic, wind and solar thermal site assessor training and certification.
• women only workshops
• biodiesel and veggie oil for diesel vehicles and space heating
• window quilts
• masonry heaters
• energy efficient and alternative construction; women's construction. straw bale, superinsulation techniques, passive solar design, timber framing

The Minnesota Department of Transportation, Office of Freight and Commercial Vehicle Operations has developed an online eLearning system for Hazardous Materials (HM) training. It will teach the fundamental requirements for preparing HM for transportation as well as the basic requirements for transporting HM on public highways.

This type of training allows you to learn from the comfort of your home or place of work, you can learn at your own pace, it is available 24 hours a day from your computer, and it saves on time, travel, and lodging.

There are 9 modules that comprise the HM E-Learning training, and they do not need to be taken in any specific order. The 9 modules are: Introduction; HAZMAT Table; Shipping Papers; Marking and Labeling; >Placarding; Packaging; Security; Training; and Transportation by Highway.

You will learn:

• How to safely prepare dangerous goods for air and water transportation
• How to avoid expensive fines from the FAA and Coast Guard
• How to comply with DOT requirements for international shipments
• Essential steps for compliance with IATA and IMO regulations
• What's new in the 2008 IATA DGR and IMDG code

Who should attend? Anyone involved with classifying, packaging, labeling, marking, or completing shipping papers for air or vessel trapnsportation of dangerous goods.

This course meets your IATA and IMO initial and recurrent training requirements.

For course topics, locations, class fee, and schedule visit the Web site listed below.