Join SCS Engineers at the Alabama Coastal Foundation’s 11th Annual Sustainability Summit! ACF’s Sustainability Summit is an annual gathering designed to bring together leaders from the private, public, and social sectors to explore the economic and environmental benefits of sustainable practices.
This year’s event, themed “Future Signposts: Learning how to improve, protect, and celebrate our environment,” is on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Lodge @ Gulf State Park.
SCS Engineers’ Joy Stephens will present “Greenhouse Gas Inventories: The Keystone of Decarbonization Strategies” from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., providing valuable insights into how greenhouse gas inventories play a critical role in decarbonization efforts.
Join SCS Engineers at the Alabama Coastal Foundation’s 11th Annual Sustainability Summit! ACF’s Sustainability Summit is an annual gathering designed to bring together leaders from the private, public, and social sectors to explore the economic and environmental benefits of sustainable practices.
This year’s event, themed “Future Signposts: Learning how to improve, protect, and celebrate our environment,” is Friday, January 31, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Lodge @ Gulf State Park. SCS Engineers’ Joy Stephens will present “Greenhouse Gas Inventories: The Keystone of Decarbonization Strategies” from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., providing valuable insights into how greenhouse gas inventories play a critical role in decarbonization efforts.
The Air & Waste Management Association (A&WMA) is hosting its 118th Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE 2025) on “Collaborating for an Equitable, Resilient Environment”, June 9-12 in Raleigh, NC.
The Call for Abstracts is currently open – abstracts are due by November 25, 2024. Click for the ACE 2025 Author Resource Center to get started on your presentation now.
A&WMA’s Annual Conference is recognized as the premier international conference for the latest information on air, environmental justice, climate change, emerging contaminants such as PFAS, energy, sustainability, resource conservation, and waste management issues. With 200+ platform and poster presentations, 30+ panels, and up to 10 concurrent tracks each day, ACE is the perfect opportunity to share new ideas and develop solutions to current and emerging environmental issues.
Raleigh is a city renowned for its leadership in environmental research and technological innovation; its proximity to the US EPA, the research triangle, and leading universities makes it the ideal venue to foster collaboration between industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers, advancing innovative solutions that promote both equity and resilience.
If you are planning to attend ACE 2025, please consider applying to present.
Join SCS Engineers at SWANA Young Professionals Green Drinks, August 23rd 6-8 pm at San Pedro Square Market, where you can explore an exciting and impactful career path in sustainability and learn more about the circular economy. This is your chance to network with industry experts, enjoy drinks and appetizers, and discover unique career opportunities that make a difference in our communities by reducing waste and combating climate change. Whether you’re just starting out, considering a career transition, or simply looking to connect with others in the field, this event offers valuable insights and connections to help you engage with the circular economy. Hear from speakers representing the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), Northern California Recycling Association (NCRA), Enthalpy Analytical, SCS Engineers, Mainspring Energy, and more. Bring a friend and get ready to explore the diverse career paths this industry has to offer! Register today!
Join SCS Engineers at the California Resource Recovery Association (CRRA) 2024 Conference and Tradeshow, August 18th-21st at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. As a Silver Sponsor, SCS Engineers is proud to participate in the conference themed “Shifting the Conversation.” The CRRA Annual Conference and Trade Show attracts over 600 attendees and features an estimated 30 sessions with more than 100 industry experts presenting. This is an excellent opportunity to network with professionals, learn from the best in the field, and explore innovative solutions for recycling and sustainability. Each year, the CRRA organizes one of the most comprehensive and informative conferences dedicated to recycling and sustainable materials management in California and beyond. Learn more about the conference or register and join us here: CRRA 2024 – Conference and Trade Show • Anaheim, CA Aug 18th-21st, 2024 — California Resource Recovery Association
In March 2024, the EPA launched a new Office of Climate Adaptation and Sustainability that supports efforts to build resilience to climate change and promote sustainability in support of the agency’s mission and its partnerships. Federal agencies have been making progress in efforts to build adaptive capacity and resilience across federal operations.
Today’s publication of EPA’s 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan is part of a coordinated release of more than twenty federal agencies’ climate adaptation plans that highlight efforts across the federal government. The Plan describes agency actions to address the impacts of climate change and help build a more climate-resilient nation. The plan expands the agency’s efforts to ensure its programs, facilities, workforce, and operations are increasingly resilient to climate change impacts.
Highlights from EPA’s 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan are included below.
Fostering a Climate-Ready Workforce – The EPA is building a climate-literate workforce through ongoing education and training to ensure staff are equipped with an understanding of projected climate impacts, the vulnerability of EPA programs to these impacts, and adaptation approaches. One example is the agency-wide Climate Conversations webinar series helping to build a community of practice and encourages peer-to-peer sharing of experiences.
Building Facility Resilience – EPA is continuing to conduct facility resiliency assessments to identify vulnerabilities to the impacts of climate change and make recommendations to increase facility resilience.
Developing Climate-Resilient Supply Chains – EPA has included an assessment of climate hazard risk as part of its overall Agency Supply Chain Risk Management plan. The agency plans to conduct supply chain risk assessments under the Program Management Improvement Accountability Act and the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act in fiscal year 2024.
Integrating Climate Resilience into External Funding Opportunities – EPA is modernizing its financial assistance programs to encourage investments by communities and Tribes that are more resilient in an era of climate change. To support this effort, the EPA launched an internal Climate-Resilient Investments Clearinghouse website to help managers of financial assistance programs incorporate climate adaptation and resilience considerations in the investment decisions the EPA makes each day.
Applying Climate Data and Tools to Decision Making – EPA is equipping communities and the recipients of financial resources with the tools, data, information, and technical support they need to assess their climate risks and develop the climate-resilience solutions most appropriate for them.
Integrating Climate Adaptation into Rulemaking Processes – EPA is integrating climate adaptation into its rulemaking processes where appropriate and in keeping with our statutory authorities to ensure they are effective even as the climate changes. For example, on March 14, 2024, EPA finalized a rule requiring a broad array of facilities that manage hazardous materials to develop response plans to prepare for the largest foreseeable discharges in adverse weather conditions, including more extreme weather conditions expected as the climate changes. EPA is also committed to applying climate change and environmental justice policy principles through National Environmental Policy Act reviews.
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Join SCS Engineers at the Sustainability Delivery Summit from June 24 to June 26 at the Hyatt Regency Boston! This premier event, organized by Environment Analyst, brings together a global community of sustainability leaders with a unified mission: to translate sustainability goals into actionable steps.
Engage with sustainability and business leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders from the infrastructure and built environment sectors, along with technical solution providers in environmental consultancy, software, and engineering. This summit will empower you to focus on the delivery of climate commitments, develop collaborative strategies for a sustainable future, find partners to accelerate your sustainability journey, and reinforce the business case for ESG. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation and drive impactful change.
Join SCS Engineers at WASTECON 2024 from October 21st – October 24th at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center! This premier event is the ultimate platform for leaders and engineers to come together, collaborate, and innovate towards a more sustainable future. At WASTECON 2024, you’ll have the chance to connect with SCS Engineers at booth 701. Meet our team of experts and leaders who are at the forefront of advancing sustainable practices in waste management.
Ketan Shah will be presenting Enhancing Landfill Gas (LFG) Modeling Through Emerging Technologies and Data Integration for Emission Reductions and Sustainable Energy on October 22nd from 8:30 – 9:15 am. The presentation will identify emerging technologies for improved LFG modeling, explain the benefits of enhanced LFG modeling for decision-making, and analyze the importance of data collection and integration for effective LFG modeling.
You’ll want to attend David Hostetter’s presentation, Smart Landfills: Transforming Waste Management with Remote Monitoring. Dave will explain how landfill owners and operators are using technology to create more efficient landfill operations.
Jeff Phillips will be presenting Facility Fires: 2AM Isn’t the Time to Make a Plan on October 22nd from 3:15-4:00 pm. This presentation provides an update on fires within the industry and present real-world case studies of fires so that we can learn from other events (the good and bad).
Stacey Dolden will be presenting Navigating Workforce Trends: Understanding and Adapting to Personnel Challenges Across All Job Functions on October 24th from 11am-12:15 pm. The discussion will explore what is happening in the industry and share strategies for effective recruitment and retention for a range of position types and levels.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to bridge the gap between leadership and technology, accelerate transformative change, and gain valuable insights to better serve your stakeholders. Improve your organization and operations while enriching your career and those of your team members. Register today and be a part of the future of sustainability with SCS Engineers at WASTECON 2024. See you at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center!
Join SCS Engineers as a Platinum Sponsor at the 40th Annual Environmental Training Symposium & Conference, held in-person at the San Diego Convention Center. This conference includes 25 educational sessions on three tracks running simultaneously over two days, May 13th-14th. The conference hosts a robust Exhibit Hall, an Awards Luncheon, and a San Diego Bay Yacht Cruise. Panels will cover topics including air, hazardous materials, health & safety, sustainability, and water quality, with expert speakers from Southern California.
Register today!
Join SCS Engineers at the 39th Annual Northwest Regional Symposium!
The Beaver Chapter of SWANA is happy to announce the return of the 39th Annual Northwest Regional Symposium, taking place May 1st – May 3rd, 2024, at the historic McMenamins Edgefield in Troutdale, Oregon. This years theme is Innovation: Shaping the Future of Materials Management.
Throughout the Symposium, participants will be able to engage in discussions, collaborative sessions, and hands-on workshops aimed at driving positive change and fostering innovation in the field of materials management. From exploring emerging technologies to addressing environmental challenges, the Symposium provides a holistic perspective on the evolving landscape of waste management and sustainability.
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to the field, this symposium offers invaluable insights, resources, and opportunities to stay ahead of the curve. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative experience in materials management!
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