Montana's Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan to be Revised this Fall

Visit this link by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality to view the 2006, draft proposed changes, and the hierarchy guiding the plan with a focus on waste reduction and recycling:

"Why Is There A Plan? And What Is It?

The Business and Community Assistance Section of the Air, Energy, and Pollution Prevention Bureau, works to conserve resources and reduce the toxicity and amount of materials that go into Montana landfills. The Montana Integrated Waste Management Act (75-10-803 MCA), directs Montana to reduce the volume of solid waste that is either disposed of in landfills or incinerated. The Act also requires a written plan for managing wastes in accordance with the Act.
The Act describes a strategy for integrated solid waste management and sets the following targets for increasing rates of recycling and composting in Montana:

1. 17% of the state's solid waste by 2008;
2. 19% of the state's solid waste by 2011; and
3. 22% of the state's solid waste by 2015.

The integrated solid waste management strategy is based on a hierarchy of prioritized approaches to managing waste. These approaches, in order of priority, are source reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting.

The Recycling and Marketing Specialists of DEQ promote achievement of the above targets through providing information to the public, business and industry on source reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting of wastes. The Specialists also work to expand the markets within Montana which can use recyclables and other 'wastes' productively, thereby eliminating or delaying disposal in landfills. Acting as a central waste management contact, the Section tracks waste reduction and recycling activities across the state and provides technical assistance to businesses, industry, communities, and individuals."

-  From http://www.deq.mt.gov/Recycle/intewastemanag.mcpx

Posted by RecycleMontana.org!

Pollution Prevention Listserve for August 23!

Bin Loan Program for Special Events

WasteP2 Listserve

August 23, 2012

Energy and Pollution Prevention Bureau

Register Today! Economy, Energy & the Environment Conference September 12 -14, 2012 Bozeman, MT http://deq.mt.gov/Recycle/eeeconference.mcpx

Department of Environmental Quality

recycle.mt.gov

Sandra, sboggs@mt.gov

News and Updates

 

Come Join Us for a Rare Opportunity!

Earn your Accreditation in Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling Training!  (LEED Points Too!)

Come learn some sustainable building practices, those who know how to meet this demand will have an market advantage.  This day-long training provides the skills to develop, manage, monitor, document and promote a successful recycling program for construction and demolition debris.  Participants receive a three year Accreditation in Construction Waste Recycling, and training to obtain LEED construction waste management points.

Please register at: https://app.mt.gov/cgi-bin/confreg2/index.cgi?ACTION=SELECT_CONFERENCE

For Dates/Locations: http://deq.mt.gov/Recycle/pdf/CONSTRDEMOTRAININ2012.pdf

If you have any questions contact Dusti Johnson at 406-841-5253. See you there!

1.  Economy, Energy & the Environment Conference

Check out the Pre-Conference Field Trips:

September 12, 2012 – Morning Only

More details are forthcoming, but the tour is expected to start about 9:30 am and wrap up by 12:30 pm that day.  There is no extra cost; just pick this option as you complete the conference registration: http://deq.mt.gov/Recycle/eeeconference.mcpx

Montana Weatherization Assistance Training Center, MSU P2

The tour will show examples of energy efficient systems and work to reduce energy costs for low-income families, particularly for the elderly, people with disabilities, and children.  Learn about safe, efficient, cutting-edge techniques to address the health, safety, and energy efficiency issues present in low-income housing.

REHAU Ecosmart House, Creative Research Lab, MSU

Learn about the key partnerships established to build this 3,800 s.f. home with all the latest technology, a near Net-Zero energy footprint, and sustainable building materials while incorporating accessibility for wheelchairs and disabled persons.

2. Waste-to-Energy Developments in North America:  Regional Update

The Region 8 office of the EPA is hosting a webinar that is open to ANYONE interested in learning more about current interest and activities in generating energy from solid waste materials.  Various companies have expressed interest, at one time or another, in working with municipalities to develop these types of projects in Montana.  So far nothing has quite worked out.  Tune in to this webinar to learn about the latest technologies and activities regarding this method of generating power to meet our future energy needs.

EPA Region 8 SMM Webinar
Tuesday, September 11th 2012

2pm – 3pm MT

Presenter: Jesse Miller - USEPA Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery
Discussion / Q & A's will follow the presentation.

Call In:  #: 866-299-9141  Participant Code: 59436511
To join the meeting: https://epa.connectsolutions.com/state_epa_smm/

If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before:
Test your connection: https://epa.connectsolutions.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm

For more information: Kim Bartels, Electronics Stewardship & Recycling Coordinator

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 8 Office: (303) 312-6346 / Toll Free 1-800-227-8917 in CO, MT, ND, SD, UT, WY Email: bartels.kim@epa.gov

3. Speaking of...Covanta Waste-to-Energy Plants Take Gold, Silver & Bronze

Covanta Energy Corporation operates 44 waste-to-energy plants and the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) recognized three outstanding facilities with 2012 Excellence Awards.  Covanta effectively ‘swept’ this award category, walking off with the Gold, Silver and Bronze awards.  Why?  Check out Covanta’s press release here:

            http://www.covantaenergy.com/en/news/press-releases/2012/aug-14.aspx

SWANA’s complete list of Excellence Award winners:

            http://swana.org/Portals/Press_Releases/2012_Excellence_Award_Press_Release.pdf

And finally, Waste Management World’s story on Covanta:

http://www.waste-management-world.com/index/display/article-display/6692417410/articles/waste-management-world/waste-to-energy/2012/08/Covanta_Waste_to_Energy_Plants_Clean_Up_at_SWANA_Awards.html?cmpid=EnlWMW_WeeklyAugust172012

5.  America Recycles Day: Nov. 15^th – Start Planning Now!

Consider organizing an America Recycles Day event on or around Nov 15.

And Don't Forget to Register Your America Recycles Day Event!

America Recycles Day (ARD) is a great time to expand awareness of your community’s recycling options.  Take the opportunity to plan an event that informs and educates community members about what is recycled in your community. Last year, there were several events planned in small communities across the state, and promotional materials received at DEQ were passed on to event organizers. 

Keep America Beautiful (KAB) has created materials for event organizers to promote recycling awareness, commitment, and action in your community. In addition to a downloadable “Go-to-Guide” to make it easy for you to organize a local event to get the word out, also available are free America Recycles Day banners, bookmarks, buttons, pencils, pledge cards, and posters on a first-registered, first-serve basis.

To set up an account and register your America Recycles Day 2012 event, go to http://events.kab.org.

After setting up your account, hit the register button and you will be taken to the registration site:

http://events.kab.org/events/ard2012/register/.

6. Webinars, Trainings, Conferences and More

Date	Topics
September 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
September 13, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Composting: Technology and Logistics of Handling Food Waste in Dining Halls and at Special Events Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
September 20, 2012 1:00 pm MT Free to SEC members	New EPEAT Standard for Imaging Devices & Expansion of the State Electronics Challenge Program Sponsored by the State Electronics Challenge (Sign up for Free membership!)
September 25, 2012 11 am – Noon Free	Plastics Recycling: Moving Beyond Bottles Sponsored by the Association of Post-Consumer Plastic Recyclers Register: online
October 4, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship for Imaging Equipment Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 1, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Reuse and Recycling Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 8, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Measurement & Verification: The Role of Recycling in Existing Sustainability Rating Systems Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
December 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT), ENERGY STAR and FEMP Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847

Waste Pollution Prevention Listserve for Montana

WasteP2 Listserve

August 13, 2012

[Posted with permission by Recycle Montana!]

Energy and Pollution Prevention Bureau

Department of Environmental Quality

recycle.mt.gov

Sandra, sboggs(at)mt.gov

News and Updates

1.  Electronics Recycling on the Hi-line; is an event near you?

DEQ Calendar of Events

August 13            Valier FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Public Library, 400 Teton Ave

                        2pm – 5pm

August 14            Conrad FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Pondera Center, 311 S. Virginia

                        4pm – 8pm

August 14            Valier FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Public Library, 400 Teton Ave

                        3pm – 7pm

August 15            Conrad FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Pondera Center, 311 S. Virginia

                        4pm – 8pm

August 15            Shelby FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Transit Center, 135 5^th Ave S

                        4pm – 7pm

August 15            Wolf Point FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Tribal Enterprise

                        12:30 pm – 4pm

August 15             Poplar FREE Electronics Recycling Event, 8am – 11:30 am

August 16            Ft. Benton FREE Electronics Recycling Event

                        Choteau County Fairgrounds

2.  Starbucks Gets A Little Bit Greener

Check out the new ‘sleeve’ developed by Starbucks.  http://www.greenerpackage.com/recycled_content/new_greener_starbucks_cup_sleeve_uses_adhesives_innovation?utm_source=Greener_Package&utm_medium=newsletter&spMailingID=4590675&spUserID=NzgwNjY4NzY5MgS2&spJobID=49890694&spReportId=NDk4OTA2OTQS1

3.  A Documentary About the 1%

Lauren Greenfield, photographer, has created a documentary that captures the rags-to-riches and back-to-rags story of billionaires who are chasing the American Dream.  The film is described as ‘humanizing’ billionaires, while portraying the true story of a family that bought into the consumerism and excess now loathed by many.  The Queen of Versailles won Best Director at the Sundance Film Festival and is showing in select theaters in the U.S.  Perhaps it will come to Montana at some point.  Official Movie Site: http://www.magpictures.com/thequeenofversailles/

Grist article and review: http://grist.org/politics/the-queen-of-versailles-almost-makes-you-feel-sorry-for-the-1-almost/

- Grist

4.  Woman advocates Native American Return to Food Traditions

Valerie Segrest, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, is on a mission to educate students and families about traditional food culture among Native Americans and returning to a healthier lifestyle.

http://grist.org/food/looking-back-to-see-ahead-one-womans-quest-to-bring-back-native-american-food-traditions/

- Grist

5.  GM Announces 100^th Facility That is Landfill-Free (or Zero Waste)

General Motors is putting the other automakers to shame with their progressive and successful changes to avoid making waste.  http://www.americanrecycler.com/0812/1683gm.shtml

-American Recycler

6. New Jersey Passes Fracking Waste Ban

There isn’t any fracking taking place in New Jersey yet, but the state senate took action to control the management of fracking water waste.  http://www.americanrecycler.com/0812/1671nj.shtml

-American Recycler

7.  Herbicide-Resistant Weeds in Montana?

Agricultural research scientists at Montana State University are investigating the possibility that kochia has developed a resistance to herbicides.  One scientist states: “There is a chance of that rapid expansion of the [kochia] population, which would be a serious concern.”

http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/scientists_discover_possible_herbicide_resistant_weed_in_montana/29184/

 

8. Webinars, Trainings, Conferences and More

Date	Topics
September 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
September 13, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Composting: Technology and Logistics of Handling Food Waste in Dining Halls and at Special Events Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
September 20, 2012 1:00 pm MT Free to SEC members	New EPEAT Standard for Imaging Devices & Expansion of the State Electronics Challenge Program Sponsored by the State Electronics Challenge (Sign up for Free membership!)
September 25, 2012 11 am – Noon Free	Plastics Recycling: Moving Beyond Bottles Sponsored by the Association of Post-Consumer Plastic Recyclers Register: online
October 4, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship for Imaging Equipment Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 1, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Reuse and Recycling Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 8, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Measurement & Verification: The Role of Recycling in Existing Sustainability Rating Systems Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
December 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT), ENERGY STAR and FEMP Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847

 

Waste Polution Prevent Listserve for August 1st by Sandra Boggs

[Re-posted with permission by Recycle Montana!]

News and Updates

1.  Electronics Recycling on the Hi-line; is an event near you?

Several communities are planning electronic recycling collections for businesses and residents.  Have a friend or relative in these locations?  Let them know!

August 4            Havre FREE Recycling Event, 5^th Avenue and Hwy 2

                        8am – Noon

August 13            Valier FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Public Library, 400 Teton Ave

                        2pm – 5pm

August 14            Conrad FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Pondera Center, 311 S. Virginia

                        4pm – 8pm

August 14            Valier FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Public Library, 400 Teton Ave

                        3pm – 7pm

August 15            Conrad FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Pondera Center, 311 S. Virginia

                        4pm – 8pm

August 15            Wolf Point FREE Electronics Recycling Event, Tribal Enterprise

                        12:30 pm – 4pm

August            15             Poplar FREE Electronics Recycling Event, 8am – 11:30 am

August 16            Ft. Benton FREE Electronics Recycling Event

                        Choteau County Fairgrounds

2.  . Residential Solar Energy Workshop

The Extension Service is offering a workshop on solar power for homeowners this Saturday, August 4, 2012 in Livingston, Montana. – check out the attachment in the email message with this newsletter.   

3.  PET Recycling Dilemma:  U.S. firms want more scrap, but China will buy contaminated bales...

U.S. companies are increasing demand for domestic sources of clean PET scrap while most of America is succumbing to the convenience of single stream recycling.  More people recycle with single stream programs – but, once separated and baled, the single stream commodities still remain too contaminated for U.S. companies.  Will China always be willing to do the dirty work of separating contaminated plastic? http://recyclingtoday.texterity.com/recyclingtoday/201207?sub_id=xfuO2TuLdOzX&folio=44#pg44

- Recycling Today

4. Methane Gas Development or Waste-to-Energy Plant?

Ada County, Idaho is in the news since County Commissioners signed a contract with a waste-to-energy company….while a separate contract exists with another company laying claim to the methane gas generated in the landfill. 

Business Week: http://www.businessweek.com/ap/2012-07-26/energy-company-files-claim-against-ada-county

Idaho Press: http://www.idahopress.com/news/state/energy-company-files-claim-against-ada-county/article_030e8872-a709-589e-b2db-dfad38cb6a17.html

5.  Recycling Center in Great Falls Closed Due to Budget Tightening

http://www.kfbb.com/news/local/Last-Day-for-Citizens-Convenience-Center--164220616.html

6. Target Stores “Do the Right Thing”

Richard Ecke, Great Falls Tribune, visits his local Target ™ store to find out about recycling opportunities there.  http://www.greatfallstribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2012207300310

7. Webinars, Trainings, Conferences and More

Date	Topics
August 2, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Media Sanitization of Used Electronics Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
September 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
September 13, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Composting: Technology and Logistics of Handling Food Waste in Dining Halls and at Special Events Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
September 20, 2012 1:00 pm MT Free to SEC members	New EPEAT Standard for Imaging Devices & Expansion of the State Electronics Challenge Program Sponsored by the State Electronics Challenge (Sign up for Free membership!)
September 25, 2012 11 am – Noon Free	Plastics Recycling: Moving Beyond Bottles Sponsored by the Association of Post-Consumer Plastic Recyclers Register: online
October 4, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship for Imaging Equipment Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 1, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Reuse and Recycling Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 8, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Measurement & Verification: The Role of Recycling in Existing Sustainability Rating Systems Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
December 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT), ENERGY STAR and FEMP Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847

Waste Polution Prevent Listserve for July 27 by Sandra Boggs

WasteP2 Listserve
July 27, 2012
by
 
Sandra Boggs 
Energy and Pollution Prevention Bureau
Department of Environmental Quality
recycle.mt.gov

[Re-posted with permission by Recycle Montana!] 

News and Updates 

1.  Recycle Electronics in White Sulphur Springs!

The Genesis thrift store in White Sulphur Springs will kick off their new electronics recycling program during a special event this Saturday, July 28, 2012.  The store is on main street and will be holding the event from 10 am to 2 pm Saturday afternoon.  Can’t make it?  Don’t worry, the store has established a permanent program to accept electronics from individuals who wish to donate for re-sale, or get an electronic item recycled.

When: Saturday, July 28th, from 10 am - 2 pm

Where: 201 E. Main St, White Sulphur Springs

For More Info: (406) 628-5855 or e-mail: contact@collectiverecyclers.com

2, Recycle Opportunity, Inc. Receives $10,0000 from PPL Montana 

The Sidney Herald describes the support received from PPL Montana that has helped ROI increase safety and efficiency of recycling operations.  The article also mentions the nonprofit’s struggles to keep and house staff as the oil boom continues to hit the area.

http://www.sidneyherald.com/news/article_3714462e-bcaf-11e1-b8a5-0019bb2963f4.html

-Sidney Herald

3.  Residents of Bozeman: Recycle and Get Rewards!

The City of Bozeman offers a curbside recycling service which is being promoted as part of a nationwide contest which can win $100,000 for a local sustainability project.  SC Johnson and Recycle Bank are sponsoring a nationwide challenge pitting cities against each other for the highest participation in curbside recycling.  Residents sign up for an account at Recycle Bank and earn Recycle Rewards which are redeemed online.  Residents have choices of restaurants, retailers, major brands, groceries and more that are listed in an online category.  Find out how to participate here http://www.bozone.com/index.php/the_latest/show_article/45403 and here https://www.recyclebank.com/greenchoices.  Or call Ellie Staley at 582-2273.

-Bozeman Daily Chronicle

4.  State of the Environment Photo Project

You can assist the EPA with creating a photographic time capsule of current environmental issues, existing solutions, and ongoing changes.  This Photo project presents old photos of pollution, logging impacts, road development and much more.  Your challenge is to locate the same spot today and photograph the way it looks now.  Chosen photos will appear in an exhibit at the National Archives in 2013.  http://blog.epa.gov/epplocations/about/

-Environmental Protection Agency

5.  Steel, Etc. in Great Falls Keeping Folks Employed and Busy

Read about this successful company and their efforts to recycle scrap metal.  The article states that it takes nearly 5 hours to load a railcar with processed scrap.  http://www.greatfallstribune.com/article/20120626/BUSINESS/206260318/4-5-p-m-Steel-Etc-man-Cat-100-tons-scrap?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Frontpage

-Great Falls Tribune

6.  Safer Product List:  Cleaning, Laundry, Car Care, Septic Treatments

The EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) program is a labeling program aimed to help consumers identify products that contain fewer harsh chemicals and are easier on the environment.  http://www.epa.gov/dfe/pubs/projects/formulat/formpart.htm#42

-Environmental Protection Agency

7. What is the air quality where you are now?  There’s an App for that!

The EPA has quite a few smart phone applications which can be downloaded to provide on-the-spot information on air quality specific to your location, look up rebates on Energy Star products, and safer products, such as bug repellent.  http://m.epa.gov/apps/index.html

8.  Webinars, Trainings, Conferences and More

Date	Topics
July 31, 2012 11 am – Noon Free	Plastics Recycling: Education Without Numbers Sponsored by the Association of Post-Consumer Plastic Recyclers Register: online
August 2, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Media Sanitization of Used Electronics Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
September 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
September 13, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Composting: Technology and Logistics of Handling Food Waste in Dining Halls and at Special Events Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
September 20, 2012 1:00 pm MT Free to SEC members	New EPEAT Standard for Imaging Devices & Expansion of the State Electronics Challenge Program Sponsored by the State Electronics Challenge (Sign up for Free membership!)
September 25, 2012 11 am – Noon Free	Plastics Recycling: Moving Beyond Bottles Sponsored by the Association of Post-Consumer Plastic Recyclers Register: online
October 4, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Stewardship for Imaging Equipment Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 1, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronics Reuse and Recycling Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847
November 8, 2012 11:00 – 12:30 pm	Measurement & Verification: The Role of Recycling in Existing Sustainability Rating Systems Sponsored by CURC; http://curc3r.org/curc-webinars/webinar-series
December 6, 2012 11:00 am – Noon FREE to State Challenge Partners	Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT), ENERGY STAR and FEMP Sponsored by the Federal Electronics Challenge No pre-registration required visit https://epa.connectsolutions.com/fec/ at the time of each call. Call in number 1-866-299-3188, code: 202-564-8847