Upcoming Events

2008 National Environmental Partnership Summit - Baltimore

May 19,2008 until May 22,2008

The Environmental Partnership Summit is an interdisciplinary gathering of environmental professionals and assistance providers from diverse sectors all over the country and world. It was created five years ago with the merger of the annual meetings of the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR), the Compliance Assistance Providers' Forum and the Performance Track Participants Association (PTPA).

This year's theme - "Accelerating Environmental Performance: Pathways to Action" - reflects our commitment to provide concrete examples of environmental leadership. Throughout the week, we will show a variety of business and government programs that have taken the environmental lead. Most importantly, these case studies will show how your business or program can do the same. Throughout the week, the 2008 Summit will provide examples of environmental leadership that will inspire you to take action.

The 2008 National Environmental Partnership Summit will be held at the Sheraton Baltimore City Center.

Contact:
National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR)
(202) 299-9701

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) Workshop - Pasadena

June 4,2008 until June 4,2008

"What Happens after Top-Screen? Living with the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards."

Is your facility in compliance with CFATS? Some 5-8,000 industrial facilities in the US will soon find out if they are going to be regulated under the newly adopted Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS), promulgated by the US Department of Homeland Security in late 2007. Many of these facilities will face new security requirements as a result.

This workshop will provide you with practical knowledge about the new CFATS regulation, and how to integrate your plant's security assistance and planning -- mandated for many facilities under these new regulations -- with your process safety and regulatory compliance efforts. Hosted by The University of Texas at Arlington's Division for Enterprise Development, in cooperation with ChemAlliance, The Texas Chemical Council, and the East Harris County Manufacturers Association, come to this one-day workshop and find out how your facility can prepare to comply with CFATS.

Contact:
Katherine McCrea
512.904.2281

TCC/ACIT EHS Seminar - Galveston

June 9,2008 until June 12,2008

The TCC/ACIT Environmental, Health and Safety Seminar is a unique, world-class opportunity to share lessons learned and tools that work. The seminar is planned and coordinated by volunteers from TCC/ACIT member companies and led by experts in all aspects of the industry. The TCC/ACIT EHS Seminar provides attendees with information-packed sessions and quality training programs at an affordable price.

June 9-12, 2008
Moody Gardens Hotel
Galveston, Texas

Contact:
Tesa Benefield
512.646.6402

24th Annual Region VI Pretreatment Association Workshop - Oklahoma City

August 11,2008 until August 14,2008

The Region VI Pretreatment Association in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the states of EPA Region 6 hold their 24th Annual Pretreatment Workshop. The workshop will be held on August 11, 2008 through August 14, 2008 at the Sheraton Downtown in Oklahoma City.

This workshop will feature courses such as Pretreatment 101, Pollution Prevention 101 and 201, along with updates, information, and open forums about various Pretreatment issues. In addition, an optional tour of a major printing facility in Oklahoma City will be offered.

For more information please visit http://www.zerowastenetwork.org/events/flyers/2008Pretreat.pdf

Contact:
Allen Gilliam
501.682.0625

Pollution Prevention Workshop - Austin

September 17,2008 until September 18,2008

The Waste Reduction Policy Act (WRPA) requires pollution prevention planning for some facilities*, but how do you get the most from your pollution prevention (P2) plan? If you are composing a new P2 plan or renewing your P2 plan, you have an opportunity to:
Save Money
Reduce your Regulatory Burden
Increase Efficiency

This workshop is presented by the Zero Waste Network in partnership with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Presenters from both organizations will give you strategies on how to improve efficiency while decreasing or eliminating pollution. Experts in pollution prevention, environmental management systems (EMS), environmental regulations, and energy efficiency conduct an interactive workshop with classroom exercises that will help you use P2 strategies to improve your bottom line.

Workshop topics include: 1) pollution prevention requirements, 2) how to win over management, 3) hazardous waste basics, and 4) how to develop and plan your P2 program. You will learn how to make your P2 plan a success, how to identify and remove barriers to P2, and how to engage management and employees.

This workshop will benefit individuals from large to small companies. It is geared towards:
Environmental, Health, and Safety Managers
Plant Managers
Production Personnel
Engineers or Related Professionals

Contact:
Katherine McCrea
512.904.2281

Pollution Prevention Workshop - Houston

October 2,2008 until October 3,2008

Contact:
Katherine McCrea
512.904.2281

Pollution Prevention Workshop - Corpus Christi

October 15,2008 until October 16,2008

Contact:
Katherine McCrea
512.904.2281

Pollution Prevention Workshop - Fort Worth

November 5,2008 until November 6,2008

Contact:
Katherine McCrea
512.904.2281