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CAFR Events Archive
Interested in what CAFR has been up to? Can't remember the name of that great speaker? Looking for handout or presentation files?
Check out the CAFR events archive for all of that and more!
Events & Deadlines
CAFR Policy Committee Meeting
March 11, 2010
10:00am
The Policy Committee discusses, keeps track of, and pursues policy issues related to waste reduction and recycling.
2010 Recycling Bin Grant Program
March 12, 2010
Grants Provide Recycling Bins and Consultation for Parks, Schools, Offices, and Special Events
ECO-Creations Juried Recycled Art Show
March 12, 2010
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Longmont
A juried exhibition of art made from recycled materials and found objects. Guest juror & featured artist Bruce Campbell. Sponsored by EcoCycle.
Green Casinos / Venue Sustainability Practices
March 18, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
Community Marketing Grant
March 22, 2010
Denver
The GEO is now accepting applications for the Community Marketing Grant. This grant will provide funding to non-profits, community groups, local governments and utilities that wish to assist the GEO with its public outreach efforts throughout the state.
Earth Hour
March 27, 2010
8:30pm
On Earth Hour hundreds of millions of people around the world will come together to call for action on climate change by doing something quite simple—turning off their lights for one hour.
Recycling Data Collection and Reporting
April 1, 2010
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Broomfield
Join with Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) representatives and community stakeholders to discuss issues around recycling data collection and reporting.
New Belgium Scavenger Hunt Benefiting the Alliance for Sustainable Colorado
April 3, 2010
Join the Alliance and New Belgium for a day of skiing, riding and scavenger hunting on April 3, 2010 at Loveland Ski Area
BioCycle West Coast Conference
April 12, 2010 - April 15, 2010
San Diego
This conference will bring together the people who are making a difference in waste management – today’s leaders who are conducting research, managing projects and facilities that turn municipal, industrial and agricultural wastes into marketable resources including compost, renewable energy, soil conditioners, biofuels, and other high-value products.
Rural Recycling -- Bridging the Gaps
April 15, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
Teaching OUTSIDE the Box
April 16, 2010 - April 18, 2010
Denver
USGBC Colorado's Annual Green Building Conference
April 21, 2010 - April 22, 2010
Denver
Earth Day
April 22, 2010
Help protect the environment, Earth Day and everyday.
CAFR Annual Poster Contest
May 3, 2010
Attention students and schools! This annual poster contest is a great opportunity to learn about managing our resources while showing off your artistic skills. What do you think is important about recycling?
Social Marketing -- Changing Behavior in Your Community
May 20, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
Summit for Recycling
June 6, 2010 - June 8, 2010
Steamboat Springs
The Summit is the premier recycling event in Colorado—one that you should not miss.
Multi-family Dwellings Recycling
June 17, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
New Mexico Recycling Conference 2010
June 22, 2010 - June 23, 2010
Albuquerque
Recycling & Market Development of Unique Materials
July 15, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
Food Waste/Organics Reduction and Recycling
August 19, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
Greening University Campuses
September 16, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
Economic Development Assistance Programs
September 30, 2010
The focus of this program is to provide funding to promote comprehensive, entrepreneurial and innovation-based economic development efforts to enhance the competitiveness of regions, resulting in increased private investment and higher-skill, higher-wage jobs in areas experiencing substantial and persistent economic distress. Funds may be used for (1) Public Works; (2) Planning; (3) Local Technical Assistance; and (4) Economic Adjustment Assistance.
Sustainable Materials Management
October 21, 2010
11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for the 2009-2010 RCC Web Academy series as we provide information to our materials management stakeholders through a second year of webinars related to EPA's Resource Conservation Challenge.
Resource Recycling Conference
October 26, 2010 - October 27, 2010
San Antonio
Resource Recycling, Inc., publisher of Resource Recycling magazine, invites you to attend our inaugural conference in October of 2010.
USDA Solid Waste Management Grants
December 31, 2010
The objectives of the Solid Waste Management Grant Program are to: 1. Reduce or eliminate pollution of water resources in rural areas; 2. Improve planning and management of solid waste sites in rural areas. NOTE: Rural areas are defined as any area not in city or town with a population in excess of 10,000, according to the latest decennial census of the United States.