Calendar of Events

10:00am to 3:00pm

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Contact Marjorie Griek for more information.

Thornton, Colorado

1:00pm to 3:30pm PDT

This is the third in a free three-session web-based educational series on connections between climate change, materials management, and waste issues. Subsequent sessions will examine selected issues in more detail. All stakeholders are invited to participate.

For more information and to register go to: http://www.epa.gov/region10/westcoastclimate.htm

EPA is hosting the Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC) Web Academy to provide training and a networking opportunity to State and Local governments, non-governmental-organizations and other stakeholders. The Web Academy is a monthly educational series to learn directly from experts working throughout the country about the issues, projects, and practices for creating successful waste management programs.

For more information: http://www.epa.gov/region1/RCCedu/

10:00am to 6:00pm

Held in conjunction with the 2008 Democratic National Convention and with support from the City and County of Denver, the Green Frontier Fest on August 24 is a showcase of a full spectrum of sustainable options, from cutting-edge renewable technologies to everyday solutions that can be implemented in the home. Taking place at Denver Performing Arts Complex, Sculpture Park, residents and visitors are invited to enjoy interactive and educational exhibits, a farmers market of local and organic produce, a children's area, eco-carnival games, music and entertainment and special presentations by guest speakers, among many other activities. Engaging programs and activities for all ages, the Green Frontier Fest will provide residents and visitors with ecologically friendly options to live green and healthy, ultimately saving money and resources.

Denver, Colorado

Phoenix, Arizona

EPA is hosting the Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC) Web Academy to provide training and a networking opportunity to State and Local governments, non-governmental-organizations and other stakeholders. The Web Academy is a monthly educational series to learn directly from experts working throughout the country about the issues, projects, and practices for creating successful waste management programs.

For more information: http://www.epa.gov/region1/RCCedu/

5:30pm to 9:30pm

Envirofest is an exciting opportunity for environmental professionals to network, learn, and share dinner and cocktails with environmental and engineering organizations and consulting firms, government agencies, academic institutions, and job seekers! This year’s theme will focus on current public and private efforts to reduce the state’s environmental footprint and the resulting impact on the economy. This year’s keynote speaker will be a representative from Governor Ritter’s office who will report on current and future efforts planned for Colorado.

Denver, Colorado

The fair offers a weekend of solution-based, interactive, family oriented events designed to educate people of all ages and backgrounds about: renewable energy, green building, natural health, social responsibility, and local economies.

Fort Collins, Colorado

8:30am to 2:30pm

There is no fee to drop off household chemicals, but a $10 donation per vehicle is requested.

Durango, Colorado

This informative Conference is organized by the editors of BioCycle, the magazine about composting, organics recycling and renewable energy. Here is an opportunity to network with your colleagues to discuss research, projects and new ideas to advance development of your own renewable energy programs. This year’s conference highlights the potential of anaerobic digestion to process a full range of organic waste streams. Register for the Conference today. It’s the most efficient, economical way to get the best information from project managers, policy makers, investors, technology and system providers, utilities, consultants, farmers and researchers.

9:00am to 3:00pm

Recycle your old computer and other electronics. Fees are charged for some items.

Durango, Colorado

NRC, the College and University Recycling Council (CURC) and Coca Cola are again partnering to offer scholarships for college students to attend the Congress in Pittsburgh. The scholarships cover all transportation, hotel, meal and registration costs and are awarded competitively to student leaders interested in a professional career in the recycling field. The conference provides an excellent opportunity to network with industry leaders and learn about the issues and hot topics driving the recycling industry. Scholarships will be awarded to currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate-level students and individuals who have graduated within the last year.

Applications can be downloaded from the CURC webpage at http://nrc-recycle.org/curc.aspx .