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Below is a list of of events, training sessions, and conferences that relate to GLRPPR. Check back here regularly since this list is updated often.

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July 2009

2009 UCOWR/NIWR Annual Conference

July 7, 2009 - July 9, 2009
Courtyard Chicago, Chicago IL
Type: Conference

Description:

Cities face new and continuing challenges related to water. Expanding urban and suburban populations place increasing demands on limited water supplies in the East as well as the West. Infrastructures are decaying. Pharmaceuticals and other chemicals impact stream ecology. Climate change presents new uncertainties. This conference will address urban water management issues faced by cities in the US and abroad. Topics will include quality and quantity, storm water management, water conservation, local, state, and regional water supply planning, water security, monitoring, and the ever-tightening relationship between water and energy. Participants will gain a broad understanding of the status of urban water management and research in the U.S.


Contact Information:
Contact: Lisa Merrifield
Phone: 217-333-0045
E-Mail: lmorrisn@illinois.edu
URL: http://www.isws.illinois.edu/hilites/confinfo/ucowr/


3rd Annual Carbon Capture: Status and Outlook Summit

July 15, 2009 - July 17, 2009
Washington, DC
Type: Conference

Description:
Carbon Capture Technology Showcase: Wednesday, July 15, 2009; 8am - 4:30pm

3rd Annual Carbon Capture: Status & Outlook Conference Thursday, July 16, 2009; 8am - 4:30pm; and Friday, July 17, 2009; 8am - 12:15pm


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2009 Advanced Summer Institute: Education for Sustainability (EfS) Curriculum Design Studio (TM)

July 20, 2009 - July 24, 2009
The Cloud Institute, 307 7th Avenue, Suite 1201, New York , NY
Type: Training

Description:
The Cloud Institute announces this 5-Day workshop, which will provide participants with the time and space they crave, and the expertise, resources and tools they need, to design elegant EfS curriculum units for use in their classrooms or design EfS change initiatives in their schools. Jaimie Cloud will facilitate the process and will offer mini sessions throughout the week to enhance participants' EfS core content knowledge and to provide opportunities to develop and practice EfS thinking skills. All units will be designed using an "Understanding by Design" (Wiggins and McTighe) approach that has been adapted for the purposes of Education for Sustainability. This is in keeping with the notion of "designing with the desired future in mind" that is common to sustainable development across the sectors. The curriculum units will be transferable to any curriculum mapping program your school might have. The Institute will also launch its Online EfS Curriculum Design Studio and Gallery (TM) which will be available to its clients and partners who would like to participate over time in online curriculum design and coaching sessions and who are interested in exchanging final units with other educators through the Gallery. The Gallery will serve as a robust curriculum commons for teachers to contribute and to draw on, exemplary EfS units of study Pre-K-12 across the disciplines. Date: July 20-24th, 2009 (9-4PM daily). Fee: Early Bird Rate: $700 (Until Feb 15th). After: $750. Pre-Req: Introduction to Sustainability Workshop: Sunday July 19th (9-4PM). $100.

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Green Pharma Summit

July 20, 2009 - July 21, 2009
Philadephia, PA
Type: Conference

Description:
Pharmaceutical companies are discovering that going green is not just for altruistic reasons, but that going green actually has benefits to the bottom line. Going green saves and makes money. Hear Cutting-Edge Case Studies from Large & Small Pharma, EPA, FDA, Academia and more

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2009 Water Conference: Water, Irrigation and the Environment

July 22, 2009 - July 23, 2009
Grand Summit Resort, Park City UT
Type: Conference

Description:

The Irrigation Association's first-ever Water Conference will bring together experts and thought leaders from business, government and academia to discuss water and environmental issues. Join irrigation executives, water providers and policy makers to discuss how best to ensure water is available for irrigation for future generations.

Topics of interest include:

  • Current and future water challenges in the United States.
  • Water management success stories and lessons learned.
  • Real-world models for sustainable solutions.
  • A vision for the future of water.

Contact Information:
Contact: Kathy Bradley
Phone: 703-536-7080
E-Mail: kathy@irrigation.org
URL: http://irrigation.org/


Carbon Sequestration Development and Finance Summit 2009

July 22, 2009 - July 24, 2009
Houston, TX
Type: Conference

Description:
Pre-Summit Workshop: Navigating Key Issues in Sequestration Project Development, Wednesday, July 22, 2009; 8:45am - 4:30pm

Summit on Carbon Sequestration Development & Finance: Thursday, July 23, 2009; 9:00am- 5:30pm and Friday, July 24, 2009; 8:30am - noon


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Going Green by the Numbers, The Power of Analytics

July 22, 2009
Webinar
Type: Training

Description:
Free, 50-minute webinar. 11 a.m. Eastern, 8 a.m. Pacific

Contact Information:
Contact: Katherine Eastman
Phone: 510-550-8285 x205
E-Mail: katherine@greenerworldmedia.com
URL: https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target...


Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Sustainability Conference

July 29, 2009 - July 31, 2009
Minneapolis, MN
Type: Conference

Description:
Sustainability is no longer just a marketing buzzword--it's a necessary business approach in a rapidly changing economy. And the movement begins at the business school level. Join a diverse group of experts and educators to

discuss elements of sustainable business, corporate social responsibility, ethics, and special initiatives to implement effective changes. Learn examples of sustainability efforts on b-school campuses, and how certain businesses are working to further serve local and global communities.


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August 2009
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ZERI Regional 5-day Introductory Workshop

August 3, 2009 - August 8, 2009
Poughkeepsie, NY
Type: Training

Description:
ZERI is a global organization that focuses on Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives. Zero Emissions means zero waste&zero pollution, whatever is left-over in one process turns into nutrients and energy for another, generating cash flow and creating social capital while turning the system into a "green job machine." Research is about learning through a network of scientists and innovators: identifying appropriate technologies to meet people's needs with what is available--in a way that reinforces natural systems rather than depleting natural resources. And Initiatives are action: real projects and real developments within communities and within businesses that provide jobs and create wealth by inspired by natural systems and using all available resources.

ZERI is offering a regional 5-day introductory workshop August 3-8, 2009 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Audience: individuals who would like a broader insight into the ZERI methodology prior to undertaking a full 12-day ZERI Certified ZERI System Designer Training.

Cost: Organizations, $1650; Individuals, $1100; teachers/students, $715. Discounted cost for early registration (up to June 12, 2009): Organizations, $1350; Individuals, $900; teachers/students, $585. For details and registration, go to http://oakhavenpc.org/course_schedule.htm.


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Green Homes and Sustainable Communities 2009

August 6, 2009 - August 7, 2009
Boston, MA
Type: Conference

Description:
The Annual Summer Symposium on Green Affordable Housing and Community Development.

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Energy and Sustainability 2009

August 9, 2009 - August 12, 2009
Newark, DE
Type: Conference

Description:
Energy and Sustainability 2009 is a student run conference put on by the Solar Hydrogen IGERT program at the University of Delaware. This year's conference will be devoted to the broad themes of energy and sustainability. We hope to piece together an exciting arrangement of both technical and non-technical talks, poster presentations, networking sessions, and of course an impressive and diverse line-up of guest speakers.

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Visions of a Sustainable Mississippi River

August 10, 2009 - August 13, 2009
Collinsville, IL
Type: Conference

Description:
Join a diverse group of participants with interest in our nation's largest river, including stakeholders in the recreational, navigation, and agricultural sectors, researchers, and natural resource professionals. Through conference presentations, panel discussions, and workshops, attendees will formulate policy recommendations on four issues critical to the sustainable management of the Mississippi River and the human communities that depend on it.

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ZERI Certification Training

August 14, 2009 - August 17, 2009
Marin Recycling Center, San Rafael, CA
Type: Training

Description:
ZERI is a global organization that focuses on Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives. Zero Emissions means zero waste&zero pollution, whatever is left-over in one process turns into nutrients and energy for another, generating cash flow and creating social capital while turning the system into a "green job machine." Research is about learning through a network of scientists and innovators: identifying appropriate technologies to meet people's needs with what is available--in a way that reinforces natural systems rather than depleting natural resources. And Initiatives are action: real projects and real developments within communities and within businesses that provide jobs and create wealth by inspired by natural systems and using all available resources.

ZERI is offering a full 12-day Certified ZERI System Designer Training conducted by ZERI founder Gunter Pauli, August 14-17, 2009 at the Marin Recycling Center, San Rafael, CA. Audience: individuals enthusiastic about learning ZERI in sufficient depth to undertake initiatives in their communities and organizations. The training is a concentrated and rigorous program that consists of three modules held approximately 6-8 weeks apart from each other. Each module takes place over a long weekend from Friday to Monday and is highly interactive with group exercises, videos, formal presentations and extensive attendee/facilitator interaction.

The focus of the modules will be:

  • Module 1: Systems Thinking: seeing the connections and identifying the opportunities
  • Module 2: Implementing Innovations: becoming familiar with new processes and technologies, and learning to identify local assets and strengths
  • Module 3: Designing Projects: Defining ZERI project parameters and strategies for implementation (against all odds).

Cost: Organizations, $5500; Individuals, $3500; A limited number of full-time teachers & college students, $1500; some partial scholarships are available. Registration deadline for Certification Training is July 1, 2009.. To register go to: https://www.regonline.com/63374_723584A. For details, see http://zeri.org/ZERI%20TRAINING%20PROGRAM.pdf.


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StormCon 2009

August 16, 2009 - August 20, 2009
Anaheim Marriott, Anaheim CA
Type: Conference

Description:

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.


Contact Information:
Contact: Steve Di Giorgi
Phone: 805-682-1300 x129
E-Mail: stevedg@forester.net
URL: http://www.stormcon.com/sc.html


Annual Meeting of the Association of State and Interstate Water Pollution Control Administrators,

August 31, 2009 - September 2, 2009
Stevenson, WA
Type: Conference

Description:
Agenda TBA.

Contact Information:

September 2009
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Healthy Buildings 2009, 9th International Conference and Exhibition

September 13, 2009 - September 17, 2009
Syracuse, NY
Type: Conference

Description:
This international meeting, hosted by the Syracuse Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems, will provide a forum for exchange of leading research and technology developments, a unique opportunity to share information on your company's innovative products and services, and an extraordinary venue to network with national and global leaders and professionals in the fields of indoor air quality and healthy built environments.

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24th Annual WateReuse Symposium

September 13, 2009 - September 16, 2009
Sheraton Seattle Hotel, Seattle WA
Type: Conference

Description:

The 24th Annual WateReuse Symposium, presented by the WateReuse Association and cosponsored by the American Water Works Association and the Water Environment Federation, will feature more than 100 technical presentations, pre-conference workshops, an EPA forum, regional water reuse project poster displays, technical tours, a national legislative and water policy plenary session, receptions, an awards luncheon, and the ever-popular exhibition component.


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2009 American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association National Conference

September 14, 2009 - September 16, 2009
Holiday Inn Decatur Conference Plaza, Decatur GA
Type: Conference

Description:

ARCSA educates professionals and do-it-yourselfers on the best techniques for harvesting and using rainwater. Gardeners, landscapers, architects, builders, retailers, engineers, installers, plumbers, state and local water conservation/policy officials, and any invidivuals interested in rainwater harvesting are invited to join us at this year's innovative event.


Contact Information:
Phone: 512-617-6528
E-Mail: info@arcsa.org
URL: http://arcsa.org/2009conference.html


ZERI Regional 5-day Introductory Workshop

September 14, 2009 - September 18, 2009
Seattle, WA
Type: Training

Description:
ZERI is a global organization that focuses on Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives. Zero Emissions means zero waste&zero pollution, whatever is left-over in one process turns into nutrients and energy for another, generating cash flow and creating social capital while turning the system into a "green job machine." Research is about learning through a network of scientists and innovators: identifying appropriate technologies to meet people's needs with what is available--in a way that reinforces natural systems rather than depleting natural resources. And Initiatives are action: real projects and real developments within communities and within businesses that provide jobs and create wealth by inspired by natural systems and using all available resources.

ZERI is offering a regional 5-day introductory workshop September 14-18, 2009 in Seattle, WA. Audience: individuals who would like a broader insight into the ZERI methodology prior to undertaking a full 12-day ZERI Certified ZERI System Designer Training.

Cost: Organizations, $1650; Individuals, $1100; teachers/students, $715. Discounted cost for early registration (up to June 12, 2009): Organizations, $1350; Individuals, $900; teachers/students, $585. For details and registration, go to http://oakhavenpc.org/course_schedule.htm.


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Go Green and Save Money: Fiscally Sound Green Practices

September 16, 2009
Triton College, River Grove IL
Type: Training

Description:

Save money and improve your organization's environmental performance through green business practices. Specific topics include: greening the office, green purchasing, activity based cost accounting, greening the supply chain, recycling, and green cleaning/janitorial practices. Energy efficiency opportunities associated with common office functions, such as heating/air conditioning electronic devices, appliances, and lighting will also be covered.


Contact Information:
Contact: Jon Grigalunas
Phone: 708-456-0300 x3708
E-Mail: jgrigalu@triton.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/?eventid=2717


Industrial Energy Efficiency, Part 1

September 17, 2009
Parkland College, Champaign IL
Type: Training

Description:

Introduction to the analysis of energy efficiency associated with common industrial processes including: process heating, HVAC, compressed air, pumping systems, motors, and lighting. Participants will be able to identify opportunities for reducing electricity and natural gas usage through cost effective changes in operating practices and technologies. Participants can explore opportunities for improvement in their own workplace, which they will investigate outside the classroom prior to Part 2.


Contact Information:
Contact: Paul Bover
Phone: 217-353-2102
E-Mail: pbover@parkland.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/?eventid=2718


E-Scrap 2009 Conference

September 23, 2009 - September 24, 2009
Orlando, FL
Type: Conference

Description:
Leading experts will present extensive and detailed industry assessment, including analyses of stewardship systems and trends in the U.S. and Canada, e-scrap collection issues, recycling market factors, and legislative policy considerations.

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Industrial Energy Efficiency, Part 2

September 24, 2009
Parkland College, Champaign IL
Type: Conference

Description:

Participants will learn to analyze energy use scenarios to determine the technical and economic feasibility of implementing specific energy efficiency practices related to commone industrial processes and equipment. Real world applications where energy is being wasted at their own facilities will be examined and options for improving energy performance will be evaluated. Technology options for improving energy efficiency and alternative energy are reviewed. Calculation of carbon footprint reduction that can be achieved through energy efficiency improvements is also presented.


Contact Information:
Contact: Paul Bover
Phone: 217-353-2102
E-Mail: pbover@parkland.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/?eventid=2719


Introduction to Practical & Effective Ways to Make Your Organization "Green"

September 24, 2009
Kankakee Community College, Kankakee IL
Type: Training

Description:

Learn how to improve your bottom line through sustainable business practices. ISTC experts will discuss what it means to be green, how your organization can reduce material & energy waste, and how going green cuts costs. Participants also will receive a listing of available resources to help your organization.


Contact Information:
Contact: Mary Posing
Phone: 815-802-8202
E-Mail: mposing@kcc.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/


Introduction to Practical & Effective Ways to Make Your Organization "Green"

September 25, 2009
Elgin Community College, Elgin IL
Type: Training

Description:

Learn how to improve your bottom line through sustainable business practices. ISTC experts will discuss what it means to be green, how your organization can reduce material & energy waste, and how going green cuts costs. Participants also will receive a listing of available resources to help your organization.


Contact Information:
Contact: Laura Lewis-Barr
Phone: 847-214-7802
E-Mail: llewis-barr@elgin.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/


greenUP Michigan Green Chemistry Conference

September 25, 2009
Fort Shelby Downtown Detroit Doubletree, Detroit, MI
Type: Conference

Description:
The first annual Michigan Green Chemistry Conference is being held on September 25, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Fort Shelby Downtown Detroit Doubletree. Leading experts in the fields of business technology, chemistry, engineering, and process improvement will inspire and inform as they introduce ways to advance and sustain green products and processes in Michigan. Green chemistry is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances. It is the cornerstone of state policy in Michigan directed toward the use of safer, less toxic, or non-toxic chemical alternatives.

This interactive conference will launch a multi-level approach to green chemistry product and process design. Participants will receive fact-based strategies, along with tools and resources to develop first level action plans for their respective business models.

Conference information is available on the Web at the URL listed here; you may need to scroll down to find the listing for this conference. For registration information, contact the Environmental Assistance Center at 1-800-662-9278, or e-mail at deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov.


Contact Information:
Contact: Environmental Assistance Center
Phone: 1-800-662-9278
E-Mail: deq-ead-env-assist@michigan.gov
URL: http://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135-3308_3333_4169---,00.htm...


MAPPA 2009 Educational Conference and Annual Meeting

September 27, 2009 - September 30, 2009
Iowa City, IA
Type: Conference

Description:
The Midwest Association of Higher Education Facilities (MAPPA) 2009 conference is the place to learn about critical issues facing educational facilities professionals today. Now is the time to make your plans to attend. You can't afford to miss this conference! The theme, "Elevating Our Leadership in Sustainability" will shape the focus of the conference. Learn how others are building sustainability into their everyday campus facilities practices. The University of Iowa flood recovery process will serve as one example.

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October 2009
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Biogas

October 1, 2009 - October 2, 2009
Le Meridien, San Francisco CA
Type: Conference

Description:

Biogas has the potential to play a key role in future energy supply, contributing to the sustainable development of economies, agriculture and rural communities, whilst helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy imports.

Green Power's 6th Biogas conference will bring together the key players from the biogas sector to discuss strategies to increase production of on-farm, landfill, waste and wastewater biogas for heating, cogen and transportation.


Contact Information:

ZERI Certification Training

October 12, 2009 - October 26, 2009
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Type: Training

Description:
ZERI is a global organization that focuses on Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives. Zero Emissions means zero waste&zero pollution, whatever is left-over in one process turns into nutrients and energy for another, generating cash flow and creating social capital while turning the system into a "green job machine." Research is about learning through a network of scientists and innovators: identifying appropriate technologies to meet people's needs with what is available--in a way that reinforces natural systems rather than depleting natural resources. And Initiatives are action: real projects and real developments within communities and within businesses that provide jobs and create wealth by inspired by natural systems and using all available resources.

ZERI is offering a full 12-day Certified ZERI System Designer Training conducted by ZERI founder Gunter Pauli, October 12-26, 2009, in the San Francisco Bay area, CA. Audience: individuals enthusiastic about learning ZERI in sufficient depth to undertake initiatives in their communities and organizations. The training is a concentrated and rigorous program that consists of three modules held approximately 6-8 weeks apart from each other. Each module takes place over a long weekend from Friday to Monday and is highly interactive with group exercises, videos, formal presentations and extensive attendee/facilitator interaction.

The focus of the modules will be:

  • Module 1: Systems Thinking: seeing the connections and identifying the opportunities
  • Module 2: Implementing Innovations: becoming familiar with new processes and technologies, and learning to identify local assets and strengths
  • Module 3: Designing Projects: Defining ZERI project parameters and strategies for implementation (against all odds).

Cost: Organizations, $5500; Individuals, $3500; A limited number of full-time teachers & college students, $1500; some partial scholarships are available. Registration deadline for Certification Training is July 1, 2009.. To register go to: https://www.regonline.com/63374_723584A. For details, see http://zeri.org/ZERI%20TRAINING%20PROGRAM.pdf.


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2009 Midwest Enviromental Education Conference: Climbing the Green Wall

October 14, 2009 - October 17, 2009
I Hotel and Conference Center, Champaign IL
Type: Conference

Description:

As Environmental Educators, we each struggle to overcome certain professional walls or barriers. Whether those walls are with Administration, Interpretation, Natural History, or Sustainability; this conference will give you the knowledge to climb over those walls to maximize your potential in the field of EE!

Invigorating Workshops and Concurrent Sessions will be held each day; along with exciting Field Sessions that will be lead by Illinois Natural History Survey Scientists; giving you tips on how to apply the knowledge gained in and out of the classroom! Inspirational Speakers have been invited for all four conference strands; including a children's literature author, an advocate for cleaning up the Midwest waterways, a motivational environmental speaker, and a professional interpreter appearing as a historic naturalist.

You are invited to present your engaging concurrent session or workshop through the Call for Proposals which will be available this fall!


Contact Information:
Contact: Stacey Clementz
Phone: 217-896-2455
E-Mail: sclementz@ccfpd.org
URL: http://www.eeai.net/


Green Industrial Performance through Waste Minimization

October 14, 2009
Triton College, River Grove, IL
Type: Training

Description:

Improve your industrial competitiveness through better materials use. Participants will learn how to identify process losses and potential efficiency improvements in packaging, industrial parts and facilities cleaning, fluids purification, water use minimization and purification, and construction activities. Specific topics include best practices and technologies to improve performance through waste minimization, pollution prevention, recycling, green process development, activity based cost accounting, and improving the value of by-products.


Contact Information:
Contact: Jon Grigalunas
Phone: 708-456-0300
E-Mail: jgrigalu@triton.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/


Green Industrial Performance through Waste Minimization

October 15, 2009
Parkland College, Champaign, IL
Type: Training

Description:

Improve your industrial competitiveness through better materials use. Participants will learn how to identify process losses and potential efficiency improvements in packaging, industrial parts and facilities cleaning, fluids purification, water use minimization and purification, and construction activities. Specific topics include best practices and technologies to improve performance through waste minimization, pollution prevention, recycling, green process development, activity based cost accounting, and improving the value of by-products.


Contact Information:
Contact: Paul Bover
Phone: 217-353-2102
E-Mail: pbover@parkland.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/


9th Annual BioCycle Conference on Renewable Energy from Organics Recycling

October 19, 2009 - October 21, 2009
Ramada Mall of America, Minneapolis, MN
Type: Conference

Description:
Technical sessions on biogas, codigestion, biofuels, compost, and bioproducts. Field trips and exhibits.

Contact Information:

CitiesAlive World Green Roof Infrastructure Congress

October 19, 2009 - October 22, 2009
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Type: Conference

Description:
In partnership with the City of Toronto and the World Green Roof Infrastructure Network, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is pleased to announce the inaugural CitiesAlive World Green Roof Infrastructure Congress, taking place at the Sheraton Centre in downtown Toronto Canada on October 19 - 22 2009.

Addressing the theme "Green Roof Infrastructure: A Global Solution to Climate Change," the objectives of the CitiesAlive Congress are to raise awareness of the benefits of green roof infrastructure and to build capacity of the green roof infrastructure market through an international exchange of information, and via local education, training and accreditation opportunities. More than 1000 participants within the building design, development, construction, and management sectors, as well as policy-makers, government officials, NGO representatives, students and engaged members of the public are expected to partake in the event.

Visit the conference web site for more information or to register.


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Industrial Energy Efficiency, Part 1

October 22, 2009
Kankakee Community College, Kankakee, IL
Type: Training

Description:

Introduction to the analysis of energy efficiency associated with common industrial processes including: process heating, HVAC, compressed air, pumping systems, motors, and lighting. Participants will be able to identify opportunities for reducing electricity and natural gas usage through cost effective changes in operating practices and technologies. Participants can explore opportunities for improvement in their own workplace, which they will investigate outside the classroom prior to Part 2.


Contact Information:
Contact: Mary Posing
Phone: 815-802-8202
E-Mail: mposing@kcc.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/


Industrial Energy Efficiency, Part 2

October 29, 2009
Kankakee Community College, Kankakee, IL
Type: Training

Description:

Participants will learn to analyze energy use scenarios to determine the technical and economic feasibility of implementing specific energy efficiency practices related to common industrial processes and equipment. Real world applications where energy is being wasted at their own facilities will be examined and options for improving energy performance will be evaluated. Technology options for improving energy efficiency and alternative energy are reviewed. Calculation of carbon footprint reduction that can be achieved through energy efficiency improvements is also presented.


Contact Information:
Contact: Mary Posing
Phone: 815-802-8202
E-Mail: mposing@kcc.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/

November 2009
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Go Green and Save Money: Fiscally Sound Green Practices

November 12, 2009
Parkland College, Champaign, IL
Type: Training

Description:

Save money and improve your organization's environmental performance through green business practices. Specific topics include: greening the office, green purchasing, activity based cost accounting, greening the supply chain, recycling, and green cleaning/janitorial practices. Energy efficiency opportunities associated with common office functions, such as heating/air conditioning electronic devices, appliances, and lighting will also be covered.


Contact Information:
Contact: Paul Bover
Phone: 217-353-2102
E-Mail: pbover@parkland.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/


Brownfields 2009

November 16, 2009 - November 18, 2009
New Orleans, LA
Type: Conference

Description:
The National Brownfields Conference is the largest, most comprehensive conference focused on cleaning up and redeveloping abandoned, underutilized, and potentially contaminated properties in the nation. There is no better deal in the redevelopment marketplace than Brownfields 2009. Why? Because registration is free, and by signing up you gain access to more than 150 educational and learning opportunities, outstanding plenary sessions, 200 exhibitors, scores of networking events, special training sessions, film screenings, book signings, and much, much more.

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2009 Mercury Science and Policy Conference with a Special Focus on the Northeast and Great Lakes Regions

November 17, 2009
Chicago, IL
Type: Conference

Description:
This Conference will bring together public, private, and non-governmental leaders that are focusing on reducing mercury in the environment.

Contact Information:

December 2009
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Green Industrial Performance through Waste Minimization

December 3, 2009
Kankakee Community College, Kankakee, IL
Type: Training

Description:

Improve your industrial competitiveness through better materials use. Participants will learn how to identify process losses and potential efficiency improvements in packaging, industrial parts and facilities cleaning, fluids purification, water use minimization and purification, and construction activities. Specific topics include best practices and technologies to improve performance through waste minimization, pollution prevention, recycling, green process development, activity based cost accounting, and improving the value of by-products.


Contact Information:
Contact: Mary Posing
Phone: 815-802-8202
E-Mail: mposing@kcc.edu
URL: http://www.istc.illinois.edu/calendar/


ZERI Certification Training

December 4, 2009 - December 7, 2009
Sacramento, CA
Type: Training

Description:
ZERI is a global organization that focuses on Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives. Zero Emissions means zero waste&zero pollution, whatever is left-over in one process turns into nutrients and energy for another, generating cash flow and creating social capital while turning the system into a "green job machine." Research is about learning through a network of scientists and innovators: identifying appropriate technologies to meet people's needs with what is available--in a way that reinforces natural systems rather than depleting natural resources. And Initiatives are action: real projects and real developments within communities and within businesses that provide jobs and create wealth by inspired by natural systems and using all available resources.

ZERI is offering a full 12-day Certified ZERI System Designer Training conducted by ZERI founder Gunter Pauli, December 4-7, 2009, Sacramento, CA. Audience: individuals enthusiastic about learning ZERI in sufficient depth to undertake initiatives in their communities and organizations. The training is a concentrated and rigorous program that consists of three modules held approximately 6-8 weeks apart from each other. Each module takes place over a long weekend from Friday to Monday and is highly interactive with group exercises, videos, formal presentations and extensive attendee/facilitator interaction.

The focus of the modules will be:

  • Module 1: Systems Thinking: seeing the connections and identifying the opportunities
  • Module 2: Implementing Innovations: becoming familiar with new processes and technologies, and learning to identify local assets and strengths
  • Module 3: Designing Projects: Defining ZERI project parameters and strategies for implementation (against all odds).

Cost: Organizations, $5500; Individuals, $3500; A limited number of full-time teachers & college students, $1500; some partial scholarships are available. Registration deadline for Certification Training is July 1, 2009.. To register go to: https://www.regonline.com/63374_723584A. For details, see http://zeri.org/ZERI%20TRAINING%20PROGRAM.pdf.


Contact Information:

January 2010
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10th National Conference on Science, Policy, and the Environment: The New Green Economy

January 21, 2010 - January 22, 2010
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Washington D.C.
Type: Conference

Description:
Information updates can be found at the Web site below.

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ACI Webcast Training

Web site/computer
Type: Training

Description:

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.


Contact Information:
Phone: 800-344-4866
URL: http://www.affordablecomfort.org


Advanced Hazardous Waste Management

Various locations and dates
Type: Training

Description:
You will learn:
  • 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.


Contact Information:
Phone: 800-537-2372
E-Mail: service@ercweb.com
URL: http://www.ercweb.com


American Chemical Society Webcasts

Online
Type: Training

Description:

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.


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DOT Hazardous Materials Training

Various locations and dates
Type: Training

Description:

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.


Contact Information:
Phone: 800-537-2372
E-Mail: service@ercweb.com
URL: http://www.ercweb.com


Hazardous Waste Management: The Complete Course

Various locations and dates
Type: Training

Description:

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.


Contact Information:
Phone: 800-537-2372
E-Mail: service@ercweb.com
URL: http://www.ercweb.com


Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) Workshops

Various Locations (check the Web site)
Type: Training

Description:

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

Contact Information:

Online Training Available for Hazardous Materials


Type: Training

Description:

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.


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Transportation of Dangerous Goods: Compliance with IATA and IMO Regulations

Various locations and dates
Type: Training

Description:

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.


Contact Information:
Phone: 800-537-2372
E-Mail: service@ercweb.com
URL: http://www.ercweb.com


GLRPPR is a member of the Pollution Prevention Resource Exchange, a national network of regional information centers: NEWMOA (Northeast), WRRC (Southeast), GLRPPR (Great Lakes), ZeroWasteNet (Southwest), P2RIC (Plains), Peaks to Prairies (Mountain), WSPPN (Pacific Southwest), PPRC (Northwest).

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