BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NEWMOA - Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.newmoa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NEWMOA - Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T140000 DTSTAMP:20260916T210633Z CREATED:20260916T205037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T210633Z UID:10001046-1789563600-1789567200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: Flow Control DESCRIPTION:Flow Control\nToday’s webinar is on Flow Control for solid waste. Flow control laws dictate that any waste generated in a geographical area has to go to a certain place. Since local governments are responsible for ensuring that waste is managed through an effective and reliable system\, in some cases flow control may be needed to achieve that goal. On the other hand\, we have the Interstate Commerce Clause that requires a level playing field for commerce\, which includes waste disposal. This webinar will investigate the history of flow control\, cover the landmark cases in New York and New Jersey that have set the stage\, and provide a case study from Delaware. \nMichael Cahill\, Germano & Cahill\, PC\nMike Parkowski\, Delaware Solid Waste Authority \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-flow/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000 DTSTAMP:20260819T211652Z CREATED:20260819T211321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T211652Z UID:10001044-1787144400-1787148000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: Chemical Recycling DESCRIPTION:You may have been hearing about chemical recycling as a bold new approach to recycling plastics. What are the types of “chemical recycling” and how do they work? Will they help us toward a circular economy\, or not? How will states need to approach regulating them? We will hear from state and NGO experts to give us a broad perspective on this emerging industry. \nMike Fowler of the New Jersey DEP\, has been studying the science of chemical recycling for several years and has recently authored an LCA with the Department. \nMaria Doa of the Environmental Defense Fund\, has expertise on the potential for toxicity and environmental impacts of material manufacturing and processing. \nTom Metzner of the Connecticut DEEP\, has years of experience implementing state policy\, navigating the space between the Legislature and the regulated community.\n \n \nVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES [PDF] \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-chemical/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T140000 DTSTAMP:20260716T130225Z CREATED:20260716T004344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T130225Z UID:10001042-1784120400-1784124000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: Waste Reduction\, Reuse\, and Repair DESCRIPTION:Reduction\, Reuse\, and Repair are the best\, most efficient means to reduce waste and its impacts to the environment\, climate\, and the supply chain. Why isn’t there more emphasis on this approach? What are the headwinds to more reduction and reuse programs? On the flip side\, where are the opportunities? And what work is currently being done with success? \nLeah Kelleher of the MassDEP\, helps lead the state’s efforts to prevent waste and implement its Reduce & Reuse Action Plan. \nNathan Proctor of the Public Interest Research Group\, leads U.S. PIRG’s Right to Repair campaign\, working to pass legislation that will prevent companies from blocking consumers’ ability to fix their own electronics and other consumer goods. \nMacy Zander is a Senior Policy Officer at Upstream. Macy works to create an enabling policy environment for reuse systems in the food\, beverage and CPG sectors\, and to modernize Deposit Return Systems. \nVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES [PDF] \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-reduce-reuse/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417 DTSTAMP:20260603T235232Z CREATED:20250204T191939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T235232Z UID:10000626-1776124800-1776383999@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:The Science of PFAS: Public Health and the Environment Conference DESCRIPTION:Final Conference Agenda with Links* [PDF]\nFinal Poster Directory with Links* [PDF]\nExhibitor Directory [PDF]\n* Please note that not all presenters granted permission to share their materials. Linked content reflects only those presentations and posters NEWMOA was authorized to post.\n\n \nThe Northeast Waste Management Officials’ Association (NEWMOA) partnered with the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC) and the Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (NESCAUM) to organize the third science conference on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This three-day event took place from April 14 – 16\, 2026\, at the DCU Center in Worcester\, MA. \nThe conference aimed to: \n\nProvide a platform to ensure that local\, state\, and federal actions addressing PFAS contamination are informed by the most current and reliable scientific research.\nFoster networking and information-sharing among key stakeholders engaged in PFAS-related work.\nIdentify critical gaps in science and policy to guide future research and initiatives.\n\nThe program featured a plenary session\, concurrent breakout sessions\, poster presentations\, and an exhibit area. Abundant networking took place during the scheduled breaks and the evening reception\, which was held on the first day. \nWe welcomed just under 600 attendees\, including: \n\nLocal\, state\, and federal government officials\nAcademic researchers and students\nConsultants and vendors\nRepresentatives from companies that use\, make or sell PFAS-containing products\nNon-governmental and environmental organizations URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-conference-2026/ LOCATION:DCU Center\, 50 Foster Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States CATEGORIES:PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Shaina Cohen":MAILTO:scohen@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T140000 DTSTAMP:20260225T183058Z CREATED:20260224T214801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T183058Z UID:10001038-1771938000-1771941600@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: Waste Characterization Studies DESCRIPTION:Waste Characterization Studies\nFor years\, state environmental agencies have been using waste characterization studies to better understand the waste stream in their state. The results of these studies can be a powerful tool to drive policy priorities and legislative action. Also\, recent EPA funding has allowed states who haven’t historically funded waste characterization studies to conduct them for the first time. \nWhat is a waste characterization study? What do they tell us? How do they get all that data? Why is it an important tool for states? How are they used? Join us as a leading expert and seasoned state agency officials explain waste characterization studies and provide real world policy stemming from the results. \nJohn Culbertson is a Principal of MSW Consultants\, a management consulting firm specializing in recycling\, organics\, and waste management. With 31 years of industry experience\, John has designed\, performed and managed waste characterization studies from Alaska to Maine to the Florida Keys and everywhere in between. \nJohn Fischer is Deputy Division Director for Solid Waste at the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP). \nDavid McLaughlin is a Program Services Officer at the State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management focused on sustainability initiatives for materials management\, renewable energy\, and prevention pollution. \nVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES [PDF] \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-waste-characterization-studies/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T140000 DTSTAMP:20260121T200553Z CREATED:20260121T200319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T200553Z UID:10001037-1769000400-1769004000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Delving into the PFAS Analytical Data DESCRIPTION:Disclaimer: This webinar is presented for informational purposes only. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of any of the NEWMOA member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nThank you to those of you who were able to join us for a webinar on Delving into the PFAS Analytical Data. This session examined common issues associated with PFAS analytical results provided in Level 2 laboratory data packages and discussed the implications of using summarized data for decision-making without review of laboratory raw data. Drawing on examples identified through deeper Level 4 data review\, the presentation highlighted data anomalies that can affect reported PFAS detections and concentrations\, including issues related to isomer integration\, calibration standards\, confirmation ions\, ion ratios\, and internal standards. \nThis session featured a presentation from Elizabeth Denly\, PFAS Initiative Leader and Chemistry Director at TRC. In this role\, Liz is responsible for providing QA/QC oversight in support of a variety of environmental investigations\, including risk-based soil cleanups\, remediation programs\, delineation\, contaminant ambient air monitoring\, and human health and ecological risk assessments. She currently works on many different types of PFAS investigations with a specific focus on chemistry\, forensics\, sampling procedures\, QA/QC\, and laboratory analytical methodologies\, and has played a significant role in educating clients\, attorneys\, and regulators about PFAS. \nPlease use the links below to access the full webinar recording and supporting materials from the session.\n\nResources\n• Session Recording [MP4] \n• Slide Deck [PDF]  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-analytical-data-01-2026/ CATEGORIES:PFAS ORGANIZER;CN="Shaina Cohen":MAILTO:scohen@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T143000 DTSTAMP:20260121T200254Z CREATED:20260114T212651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T200254Z UID:10001036-1768395600-1768401000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS Visualization Case Studies for Site Characterization\, Remediation\, and Forensics DESCRIPTION:Disclaimer: This webinar is presented for informational purposes only. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of any of the NEWMOA member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nThank you to those of you who were able to join us for a webinar on PFAS Visualization Case Studies for Site Characterization\, Remediation\, and Forensics. This session explored practical methods and real-world case studies for visualizing complex PFAS datasets to support site characterization\, remediation\, and forensic assessments. Visualization approaches demonstrated during the webinar focused on evaluating multispecies PFAS inter-relationships to characterize relative source contributions within commingled plumes; comparing site concentrations to background levels in soil and groundwater; assessing lines of evidence for precursor transformation to PFAA end products; interpreting TOP assay results; evaluating relative attenuation trends along flow paths; and monitoring remediation performance. \nThis session featured a presentation from Grant Carey\, Ph.D.\, President of Porewater Solutions. Dr. Carey has more than 30 years of experience in PFAS fate and transport\, site characterization and remediation\, environmental forensics\, and groundwater modeling. He is currently involved in multiple SERDP and ESTCP projects for the U.S. Department of Defense focused on PFAS remediation and is a co-developer of the Visual PFAS™ software demonstrated during the webinar. Dr. Carey also serves as an Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Toronto. \nPlease use the links below to access the full webinar recording and supporting materials shared during the session.\n\nResources\n• Session Recording [MP4] \n• Slide Deck [PDF] \n• Speaker Biography [PDF] \n• Visual PFAS Software [External Link]\n• Heat Matrix Template [PPTX]  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-visualization-01-2026/ CATEGORIES:PFAS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T160000 DTSTAMP:20251203T165214Z CREATED:20250828T204142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T165214Z UID:10000659-1762938000-1763136000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Remediation Strategies and Technologies Workshop (CT\, NH\, MA) DESCRIPTION:NEWMOA’s Remediation Strategies and Technologies Workshop was held on: \n– November 12\, 2026 at the Fort Trumbull State Park Conference Center in New London\, CT\,\n– November 13\, 2026 at the Fireside Inn and Suites in West Lebanon\, NH\, and\n– November 14\, 2026 at the Sturbridge Host Hotel and Conference Center in Sturbridge\, MA \nNote: This workshop was presented for informational purposes only. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nIf you have questions\, please email Shaina Cohen (scohen@newmoa.org) \n\nSlide Decks and Session Recordings\nWORKSHOP AGENDA [PDF]     |     SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES [PDF]\n scroll right scroll left\n\n\n9:00\nRegistration and Coffee/Pastries (Provided)\n\n\n9:15\nWelcome and Logistics\nShaina Cohen\, NEWMOA\n\n\n9:30\nTaking the CSM & Determining the Remediation Strategy – [PDF] [YouTube]\nPresenter: Paul Dombrowski\, ISOTEC\n• Developing Remedial Alternatives\n• Remedial Design Characterization vs. Remedial Investigation\n• Determining the Need to Implement a Technology\n• When Might “Dig & Haul” Be the Best Option?\n• When is Monitored Natural Attenuation (MNA) Appropriate?\n• Data Needs (Before\, During\, After)\n• Good Resources – CLU-IN\, ITRC\, EnviroWiki\n\n\n10:00\nBioremediation – [PDF] [YouTube]\nPresenter: Alana Miller\, REGENESIS\n• Overview of Bioremediation Approaches\n• Applicable Contaminants\n• Favorable vs. Unfavorable Site Conditions\n• Data Needs (Before\, During\, After)\n• Implementation Logistics\n• Recommendations and Lessons Learned\n• Combined Approaches: Activated Carbon and Bioremediation\n\n\n11:00\nNetworking Break\n\n\n11:15\nIn-situ Chemical Oxidation (ISCO) – [PDF] [YouTube]\nPresenter: Brant Smith\, Evonik\n• Overview of ISCO Agents: Hydrogen Peroxide\, Permanganate\, Persulfate\, and Ozone\n• Applicable Contaminants\n• Soil Mixing Approaches\n• Favorable vs. Unfavorable Site Conditions\n• Data Needs (Before\, During\, After)\n• Implementation Logistics\n• Recommendations and Lessons Learned\n\n\n12:15\nLunch (Provided)\n\n\n1:00\nThermal Treatment – [PDF] [YouTube]\nPresenter: Lauren Soós\, TRS Group\n• Overview of Thermal Technologies: Electrical Resistive Heating\, Conductive Heating\, Steam-Enhanced Extraction\n• How Thermal Treatment Works\n• Applicable Contaminants\n• Favorable vs. Unfavorable Site Conditions\n• Data Needs (Before\, During\, After)\n• Implementation Logistics\n• Recommendations and Lessons Learned\n\n\n2:00\nNetworking Break\n\n\n2:15\nPermeable Reactive Barriers (PRBs) – [PDF] [YouTube]\nPresenter: Paul Dombrowski\, ISOTEC\n• Applicable Contaminants\n• PRB Reagents\n• PRB Installation Methods and Implementation Logistics\n• Remedial Design Data Needs\n• Favorable Site Conditions\n• Unfavorable Site Conditions\n• Data Needs (Before\, During\, After)\n• Recommendations & Lessons Learned\n• Good Resources – ITRC PRB-5\, EVO PRB Engineering Design Manual\n\n\n\n3:30\nCombining Technologies – [YouTube]\nSpeaker Roundtable\n• Strategies That Work Well Together\n• Implementation Logistics\n• Recommendations & Lessons Learned\n\n\n\n4:00\nAdjourn\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/2025-wsc-workshop/ LOCATION:Fort Trumbull State Park Conference Center\, 90 Walbach St\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States CATEGORIES:Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Shaina Cohen":MAILTO:scohen@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T153000 DTSTAMP:20250627T130433Z CREATED:20250627T125101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T130433Z UID:10000655-1750773600-1750779000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: NEWMOA's Resource Library DESCRIPTION:NEWMOA’s Resource Library\nJoin other Northeast state solid waste staff for a presentation of the informational presentations\, webinar recordings\, handouts\, and customizable documents that NEWMOA has to offer. There are so many items available that you can use in your daily work to help educate your constituents. \nJennifer Griffith has been with NEWMOA for over 25 years\, generating work products to benefit all our member state staff. Before she retires\, be sure to tune in to this recap of all the recent work that can make life easier for you! The resources cover topics from PFAS to PAYT\, plastics to pharmaceuticals\, landfills\, transfer stations\, disposal data\, wasted food\, and more. \nVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES [PDF] \n(This video has CHAPTERS\, watch on YouTube and click near the timestamp on the bottom bar to see a list and jump to your topic of choice) \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-newmoa-resources/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T153000 DTSTAMP:20250624T200633Z CREATED:20250527T170534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T200633Z UID:10000652-1750168800-1750174200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Plastic in Food Service: Promoting Awareness & Alternatives (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Griffith and Stephanie Frisch from the Northeast Waste Management Officials’ Association (NEWMOA) presented on the project they have been working on with the Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments (AVCOG) in Maine\, the Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District (NEKWMD) in Vermont. \nView the presentation slides [PDF] \nView the recording: \n \nA webinar to learn more about the opportunities and benefits of reducing plastic use: \n\nWhy Should You Care About Plastic?\n\nHow plastic impacts human health\, the food chain\, and the environment\n\n\nPlastic Use in Food Service Establishments  (restaurants\, grocery stores with takeout\, cafeterias at schools\, hospitals\, and nursing homes\, and others) & Opportunities to Save $$$ & Reduce Use:\n\nCustomer Experience: dine-in & takeout\nInternal Operations: purchasing & kitchens\nTextiles: uniforms\, furnishings & carpet\nCase Studies\n\n\nUnderstanding Plastic Recycling Dos & Don’ts URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/plastic-in-food-service/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T161500 DTSTAMP:20251203T190311Z CREATED:20250225T213750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T190311Z UID:10000641-1747126800-1747325700@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Site Characterization & Real-Time Data Collection: A Hands-On Workshop (NH\, MA\, CT) DESCRIPTION:Note: This workshop was presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nAgenda\n scroll right scroll left\n\n\n9:00\nRegistration & Coffee/Pastries (Provided)\n\n\n9:15\nWelcome & Logistics\n\n\n9:30\nIntroduction to Site Characterization and Real-Time Data Collection\nPresenter: Jacob Vincent\, Stone Environmental\n» CSM – importance of understanding relationship between geology\, hydrogeology and contaminant\n» Traditional methods\n» Overview of “modern” methods\n» Why more “screening” data is better\n» Real-time data and dynamic workplans\n» Overview of High Resolution Site Characterization Tools\n\n\n10:30\nNetworking Break\n\n\n10:45\nData Collection: Groundwater\nPresenters: Kristi Gagnon\, Tighe & Bond (Nick Guidi in MA & NH)\n» Traditional approaches\n» Recent developments\n» What to look out for/lessons learned\n\n\n\n11:15\nData Collection: Soil\nPresenters: Kristi Gagnon\, Tighe & Bond (Nick Guidi in MA & NH)\n» Traditional approaches\n» Incremental Sampling Methodology (ISM)\n» Other recent developments\n» What to look out for/lessons learned\n\n\n11:45\nData Collection: Soil Vapor\nPresenter: Catherine Regan\, Haley & Aldrich\n» Soil Vapor Investigations – why\, when and how\n» Recent developments\n» What to look out for/lessons learned\n\n\n\n12:15\nLunch (Provided)\n\n\n1:00\nHands-On Rotation A: High Resolution Site Characterization\nTour the van & equipment outdoors (be prepared for the weather)\nJason Ruf\, S2C2\n» Hands-on summary of direct sensing tools & direct-push sampling techniques\, including 3D case studies\n» Lithology mapping sensors: Electrical Conductivity (EC) and Hydraulic Profiling Tool (HPT)\n» Contaminant mapping sensors: Optical Image Profilers (OIP) & Membrane Interface Probes (MIP)\n» Discrete soil and groundwater sampling techniques for direct-sensing confirmation\n\n\n\nHands-On Rotation B: Groundwater Sampling & Field Analytical Equipment and Methods\nJohn Spadea or Matt Harrington\, US Environmental\n» YSI and Horiba multiparameter meters\n» Peristaltic\, Bladder and 12V Submersible pumps\n» Choosing which one to use\n» How to use each properly\n\n\n\n2:30\nNetworking Break\n\n\n2:45\nHands-On Rotation C: Soil & Sediment Sampling & Field Analytical Equipment & Methods\nJohn Spadea or Matt Harrington\, US Environmental\n» Standard Hand Auger Kit\n» Wildco Handcore Sampler\n» AMS Sludge Sampler\n» Wildco Ponar Dredge\n» XRF and PID field testing equipment\n» How to use each properly\n\n\n3:30\nRecommendations & Lessons Learned\nPresenter: Daniel Voisin\, Stone Environmental\n\n\n4:15\nAdjourn\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/2025wscworkshopct/ LOCATION:Fireside Inn and Suites\, 25 Airport Road\, Lebanon\, NH\, United States CATEGORIES:Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Shaina Cohen":MAILTO:scohen@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T153000 DTSTAMP:20250509T192237Z CREATED:20250225T221026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T192237Z UID:10000642-1746612000-1746631800@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Annual Region 1 States/Tribes/EPA Brownfields Programs Meeting DESCRIPTION:10:00   Welcome & Introductions \n10:15   EPA Updates\n– Overview of funding programs\, eligible entities & associated deadlines\n– Priorities & any anticipated changes to programs going forward\n[EPA will also made short announcements during the day on: LRTA\, TBA\, Job Training\, and ACRES] \n11:00   Break \n11:15   States/Tribes Roundtable on Funding\n– Each state/tribe : What BIL & 128(a) & other EPA brownfields programs have recently funded – successes & lessons learned\n– Including the logistics of issuing the BIL monies & lessons learned/opportunities to increase efficiency \n11:45  QA Guidance\n– QAPP guidance updates \n12:00   Lunch (provided) \n12:45   PCBs & TSCA\n– EPA presentation on basics\, regulatory changes & implications for brownfields projects\n– EPA Region 1 staff changes/introductions \n1:30     UConn TAB\n– Overview of services offered & recent activities\n– Helping communities develop proper RFPs to acquire a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) – available resources & lessons learned\n– TAB ideas on what more they could do for/with states\n– Staff changes/introductions \n2:00     Community Outreach\n– State/tribe-by-state/tribe & EPA experiences with virtual versus hybrid versus in-person\n– Lessons learned/suggestions for others \n2:30     Community-wide Assessment Grants for States & Tribes\n– Short presentations (5-6 minutes) each from MA\, NH\, RI & Passamaquoddy Tribe on what they’re doing/lessons learned \n3:00     Lead Issues at Brownfield Redevelopments\n– Presentation on the issues by EPA\n– State/Tribes comments on draft fact sheet\n– Brainstorm how to get the word out to consultants\, contractors\, and developers \n3:30     Adjourn \nFor more information contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/annual-brownfields-meeting/ LOCATION:Private: EPA Region 1 Office in Boston\, 5 Post Office Square\, Boston\, MA\, 02109 CATEGORIES:Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T150000 DTSTAMP:20250509T193300Z CREATED:20250509T184229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T193300Z UID:10000650-1746538200-1746543600@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Understanding TSCA for Sites with PCBs (webinar) DESCRIPTION:A webinar to help participants understand the relationship between Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and state regulations at sites with polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) contamination. TSCA requirements and options and their implications for investigation and remediation at sites were covered. \nPresenters: Kim Tisa & David Sullivan\, TRC Companies \nView the Presentation PDF \nView the Recording URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/understanding-tsca-for-sites-with-pcbs-webinar-2/ ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T150000 DTSTAMP:20250312T182331Z CREATED:20250128T160805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T182331Z UID:10000625-1741699800-1741705200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Deconstruction: Benefits & Challenges at Brownfields & Other Waste Site Cleanup Projects (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Many brownfields and other waste site cleanup projects involve the demolition and removal of on-site buildings. The northeast continues to face disposal capacity limitations that increase the cost to dispose of this building waste. \nNote: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \n\nMegan Mansfield-Pryor\, Maine Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future [PDF] & Daniel Salomon\, Second Story Builders [PDF] provided an overview of what deconstruction is\, why it is important\, and their experience to date. \nDan Costello\, Costello Dismantling [PDF] presented his experience incorporating deconstruction and waste minimization into demolition projects. \nView the Recording:\n \n  \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/deconstruction-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T150000 DTSTAMP:20250225T161851Z CREATED:20250128T155638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T161851Z UID:10000624-1739885400-1739890800@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Downhole Geophysical Investigations – Applications to Contaminated Groundwater Sites (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nMark Domaracki\, NYS DEC explained the types of downhole geophysical methods available and how they can be used to develop and enhance conceptual site models and analyze complex geology. The presentation reviewed geophysical logs and highlight unique geography and identification of geological features. Mark presented some case studies and outlined situations where downhole geophysical methods can be successful. \nView the Presentation Slides [PDF] \nView the Recording:\n \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/downhole-geophysics-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T150000 DTSTAMP:20241212T215257Z CREATED:20240916T193643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T215257Z UID:10000619-1733923800-1733929200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Investigating Wastewater & Septic Systems as the Source (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nDr. Jennifer Harfmann\, New Hampshire DES presented Presence of PFAS in Domestic Wastewater & Potential Sources [PDF]. Jennifer highlighted a case study of monthly PFAS sampling from a residential community septic system in NH to estimate a typical domestic PFAS signature and per capita load of PFAS to the environment. She also discussed upcoming research to refine the estimate and identify key household products and activities contributing to PFAS in domestic wastewater. \nBrittany O’Brien-Drake & Jasmine Stefansky\, New York State DEC presented Two Case Studies: Exploring Commercial\, Industrial\, & Wastewater Sources of PFAS [PDF]. Brittany and Jasmine presented investigations into the sources of PFAS contamination of drinking water wells at two sites with no obvious suspected sources. Investigations included: hydrogeologic characterization\, including borehole geophysics; environmental media sampling at suspected sources; septic tracer sampling; and PFAS fingerprinting. \n  \nView the Recording: \n \n  \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-wastewater-septic-systems-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T150000 DTSTAMP:20241205T225236Z CREATED:20240916T214312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T225236Z UID:10000620-1733405400-1733410800@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Background Studies DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nDon Ward\, New York State DEC presented Summaries of PFAS in Precipitation Sampling at Two NYS Monitoring Sites and Two NYS PFAS Air Deposition Source Investigations [PDF]. PFAS in precipitation measurements taken at a rural and an urban monitoring location in New York were presented\, including the accompanying data analyses. The presentation also summarized the results from two NYS PFAS aerial transport and deposition investigations undertaken to look for evidence of previous air emissions of PFAS compounds from nearby facilities with subsequent transportation and deposition. \nAmy Rosenstein\, US Army Corps of Engineers presented Background PFAS Concentrations in Soil and Sediment – An Overview with a Focus on the Northeast [PDF]. \n  \nWatch the recording: \n \n  \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-background-studies/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T150000 DTSTAMP:20241216T161808Z CREATED:20240916T165221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T161808Z UID:10000618-1730899800-1730905200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Agricultural Impacts - Research & Response in Maine (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nMary Yurlina\, Maine Department of Agriculture\, Conservation\, & Forestry (DACF) presented Maine’s PFAS Response for Agriculture – Program Launch & Lessons Learned [PDF]. Maine DACF began investigating PFAS contamination at farms in 2016 when milk\, water\, and soil at a dairy farm was found to contain high levels of PFOS. As of 2024\, DACF has worked with over 100 farms to help understand and interpret results from soil and crops. Mary shared DACF’s approach\, including the challenges encountered\, success stories\, and lessons learned. \nDuncan Pfaehler\, Maine DACF presented Investigating PFOS in Vegetables on Farms in Maine [PDF]. Duncan presented the results of DACF’s research into the uptake of PFOS in different vegetables grown on PFAS-impacted fields in Maine and the resulting advice to farmers. \nView the Recording: \n \n  \n  \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-agricultural-impacts-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T150000 DTSTAMP:20241028T215609Z CREATED:20240820T191938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T215609Z UID:10000613-1729085400-1729090800@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS in Ski Wax: Human Health & Environmental Implications (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nGail Carlson\, Colby College presented Environmental Contamination from Fluorinated Ski Wax Use [PDF]. The use of fluorinated ski waxes in nordic and alpine skiing is beneficial for performance but disastrous for contaminating the environment with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS\, the so-called “forever chemicals”). Snow and soil at ski areas contain PFAS residues that can be correlated with ski wax use. The recent bans on fluorinated waxes in competitive skiing from the local to the international level reduces environmental pollution and likely lowers human exposure \nKathryn Crawford\, Middlebury College presented Evaluating PFAS Exposure from Fluorinated Waxes Among US Snow Sport Participants [PDF]. Performance ski waxes are applied to the base of skis and snowboards to reduce friction with snow and waxes can contain up to 100% per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) by mass. PFAS exposure among recreational and armature skiers and snowboarders is poorly understood. To learn more about skiers’ PFAS exposure\, we conducted a pilot study to collect blood samples in 30 adult skiers who have personally applied wax to their skis at least one time. This study highlights the need for engagement with the ski and snowboard community around interventions to reduce wax-related PFAS exposure. \nView the Recording – Note that the recording ends after the third poll question because data that was not yet published was discussed \n \n  \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-ski-wax/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T140000 DTSTAMP:20241016T125030Z CREATED:20240828T130208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T125030Z UID:10000616-1728997200-1729000800@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: Wasted Food\, Part 2 DESCRIPTION:What’s the Big Deal about Wasted Food? Part 2\nJohn Fischer of Mass DEP\, Josh Enderle of CET\, Jay Hawkins of Feeding NYS\, and Justin Sandler of Black Earth Compost present on How states and communities are expanding prevention\, donation\, and diversion of food waste — each will delve into specific policies or methodologies that have proven to be effective in avoiding or diverting wasted food. \nVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES [PDF] \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-wasted-food-part-2/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T150000 DTSTAMP:20241015T221055Z CREATED:20240805T210743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T221055Z UID:10000612-1728480600-1728486000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Definitions for Policymaking & Federal Regulations Update (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nLinda Gaines\, US EPA presented To Be Or Not To Be A PFAS [PDF]. As a general concept\, many people know what a PFAS is\, but do we all actually agree on what is and is not a PFAS? There are several different definitions of PFAS\, and the number of chemicals considered to be PFAS can differ by thousands depending on what definition is used. The differences in PFAS definitions were explained\, and many examples were given of chemicals that meet one definition but not another. \nDianne Phillips\, Holland & Knight presented Buckle Your Seatbelts: 2024 Federal Regulatory Updates for PFAS [PDF]. Dianne provided an update and survey of federal regulatory developments involving PFAS including the alphabet soup of CERCLA\, TSCA\, RCRA\, SDWA\, NPDWR\, TRI\, CWA\, NPDES\, and CAA. \n  \n \n  \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-definitions-regulations/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T150000 DTSTAMP:20241015T220954Z CREATED:20240821T163241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T220954Z UID:10000610-1727875800-1727881200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Thermal Treatment Technologies (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nRebecca DiStefano\, Calgon Carbon presented Thermal Destruction of PFAS During Full-scale Reactivation of PFAS-laden Granular Activated Carbon [PDF]. Rebecca reviewed the results of PFAS testing during full-scale reactivation of PFAS-laden GAC. Targeted PFAS analysis was conducted on the inputs and outputs of the system. The results show that under typical operating conditions\, the system demonstrated both the full removal of PFAS compounds from the GAC and >99.99% destruction of PFAS compounds through the furnace and abatement systems. \nRobert Martin\, Clean Earth presented Developments in the Remediation of PFAS Contaminated Soil by Thermal Desorption [PDF]. Rob provided an overview of thermal desorption\, Clean Earth’s research projects and results\, as well as data from other thermal desorption companies\, developing PFAS destruction science\, and thermal desorption information resources. \n \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-thermal-treatment-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T153000 DTSTAMP:20241003T205520Z CREATED:20240912T005802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T205520Z UID:10000617-1727359200-1727364600@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS in Consumer Products\, Food Service & Facility Maintenance: Promoting Awareness & Alternatives DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Griffith and Stephanie Frisch from NEWMOA presented on the project they have been working on with the Northeast Kingdom Waste Management District (NEKWMD) in Vermont\, the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)\, and the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (DES). The webinar presented information about the “forever” chemicals\, PFAS: \nWhere PFAS might be found in consumer products\, such as: \n\nTextiles (clothing\, bedding\, carpeting\, upholstered furniture)\nCookware\nPersonal care products (makeup\, sunscreen\, dental floss)\nOutdoor gear (tents\, raincoats\, boots)\n\nWhere PFAS might be found in the products used at food service establishments (restaurants\, grocery stores with takeout\, cafeterias at schools\, hospitals\, and nursing homes\, and others)\, such as: \n\nFood packaging (like takeout containers)\nNon-stick cookware\nTextiles (like uniforms & tablecloths)\nCarpets & Carpet Cleaning\nFloor cleaning\, stripping & waxing\n\nHow PFAS might impact human health\nHow PFAS can move around in the environment and impact water supplies\nSuggestions for alternatives\nInformation on fact sheets & guides produced by the project \nView the PFAS in Consumer Products\, Food Service & Facility Maintenance: Promoting Awareness & Alternatives presentation slides [PDF] \nAccess the 5 fact sheets & related references & resources \nAccess the food service guide & related references & resources \nView the webinar recording: \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-promoting-alternatives-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management,PFAS ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T150000 DTSTAMP:20241015T220834Z CREATED:20240821T162550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T220834Z UID:10000609-1727271000-1727276400@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Sampling & Analytical Method Developments (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nTroy Strock\, US EPA presented EPA PFAS Analytical Methods: Aqueous and Solid Matrices [PDF]. Troy presented on EPA’s analytical methods for soil and groundwater\, including the status of methods in development. Benefits\, challenges\, and applicability of each of the methods were discussed. \nStephen Jackson\, US EPA presented Stationary Source Measurement Methods for PFAS Air Emissions [PDF]. Stephen covered the latest updates to EPA’s methods for PFAS emissions from stationary sources including revisions to OTM-45\, OTM-50\, and the latest on OTM-55 method development. Benefits\, challenges\, and applicability of each of the methods were discussed. \n \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-analytical-methods-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T150000 DTSTAMP:20250106T172731Z CREATED:20240718T221552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T172731Z UID:10000607-1726579800-1726585200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Investigating Inputs to Wastewater Treatment Plants (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nLogan Hayes\, California DTSC presented Cosmetics Contribute to PFAS at Wastewater Treatment Plants in California’s Dense Urban Environments [PDF]. Cosmetics make up one of the consumer product categories most widely known to contain PFAS. Because of the way cosmetics are used\, most of the PFAS present in these products are likely to reach wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). However\, the majority of PFAS present as intentional ingredients in cosmetics cannot be quantified with the available analytical methods. To address this issue\, we developed a methodology to estimate the total PFAS mass in cosmetics as well as the corresponding mass of total organic fluorine and of fluorinated side chains associated with PFAA precursors\, using various ingredient databases and ingredient concentrations reported by manufacturers. \nAnne Tavalire\, Michigan EGLE presented Reducing PFAS Discharged to Wastewater Treatment Plants: the Michigan Experience [PDF]. The Michigan Department of Environment\, Great Lakes\, and Energy (EGLE) launched the Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP) PFAS Initiative in February 2018.  The IPP Initiative was the first of its kind and aimed to reduce and eliminate certain PFAS from industrial sources that may pass through municipal WWTPs and enter our lakes and streams\, potentially causing fish consumption advisories or contaminating public drinking water supplies.  This presentation covered the major sources of PFAS identified through the Initiative\, actions taken by WWTPs and industrial users to reduce or eliminate PFAS discharged\, and the dramatic reductions of PFOS  observed in WWTP effluent/biosolids and surface water as a results of source control. \nView the webinar recording: \n \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-wastewater-treatment-plants-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T140000 DTSTAMP:20240917T210828Z CREATED:20240828T125806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T210828Z UID:10000615-1726578000-1726581600@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: Wasted Food\, Part 1 DESCRIPTION:What’s the Big Deal about Wasted Food? Part 1\nMichael Nork of NH DES\, Kristine Ellsworth of NYS DEC\, and Conor Miller of Black Earth Compost present on why avoiding and diverting food waste is good policy — an overview of why wasted food has become a national priority and what is driving states to adopt and expand legislation. \nVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES [PDF] \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-wasted-food-part-1/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T150000 DTSTAMP:20241007T165606Z CREATED:20240718T230121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T165606Z UID:10000608-1725458400-1725462000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Improving Risk Communication with the Public (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nClaire Nitsche\, Washington State DOH presented Be Less “Government-y!”: Community-Centered PFAS Risk Communication in Washington State [PDF]. Claire is a PFAS Health Educator with Washington State Department of Health and discussed her experience working in communities impacted by PFAS contamination. She also covered WA DOH’s approach to PFAS risk communication\, with tangible examples of how WA DOH has used social marketing data\, applied behavior change theory\, and community feedback to develop our health education advice and health impact messaging. \n \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-risk-communication-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T150000 DTSTAMP:20241007T165525Z CREATED:20240718T191639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T165525Z UID:10000604-1724851800-1724857200@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS Forensics: Best Practices for Unwinding Complex PFAS Sources (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nMichael Eberle\, TRC presented Whose PFAS is it? Tips for Forensic Evaluations [PDF]. Evaluation of the relative composition of individual PFAS compounds in surface water and groundwater samples can be an effective method to identify the source(s) of PFAS in these media.  Comparison of chemical fingerprints in samples collected from surface water bodies and groundwater located downstream and downgradient of contaminated sites may appear to be the same simply because of the suite of analytes chosen for fingerprinting but fate and transport mechanisms (e.g.\, commingling\, persistence\, sorption\, dilution) must be considered during source identification.  PFAS fate and transport properties\, including precursor transformation and sorption of PFAS to solids was examined in regard to the resulting fingerprints. \nMatthew Dunn\, TetraTech presented Precursor PFAS: A New Fluorinated Feedback Loop [PDF]. Matt focused on methods and approaches that can help improve the efficacy of forensic approaches\, including how the use of time weighted average data from passive samplers provides a broader and more representative set of data for forensics. Use of fate and transport models to understand pathways\, distances\, and fates of chemicals was discussed\, and the importance of environmental meta data. Lastly\, examples from published research displayed how environmental processes on small and large scales can impact source attribution studies. \n \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-forensics-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T150000 DTSTAMP:20241007T165456Z CREATED:20240718T223601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T165456Z UID:10000605-1724160600-1724166000@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:PFAS: Two Emerging Issues (webinar) DESCRIPTION:Note: This webinar is presented for informational purposes. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of each of the NEWMOA-member states\, and the strategies and technologies discussed should not be considered an endorsement by NEWMOA or its members. \nIan Ross\, CDM Smith presented Ultrashort PFAS – the Long and Short of It! [PDF] Ian focused on ultrashort PFAS (C1-C3) and discussed their fate & transport and their precursors; chemical analysis; anthropogenic background; how refrigerant use leads to ultrashort PFAS in rain; safer alternatives; and toxicology and exposure. \nLaura Trozzolo\, TRC presented PFAS Practical Guide to Vapor Intrusion [PDF]. Laura will discuss: Exposure and Toxicity Updates; PFAS in Indoor Air;  and Recent PFAS Occupational Studies. \n \nFor more information\, contact Jennifer Griffith at jgriffith@newmoa.org. URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/pfas-emerging-issues-webinar/ CATEGORIES:PFAS,PFAS,Waste Site Cleanup ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Griffith":MAILTO:jgriffith@newmoa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T140000 DTSTAMP:20240826T120746Z CREATED:20240821T004605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T120746Z UID:10000614-1724158800-1724162400@www.newmoa.org SUMMARY:Materials Management 101: How Markets Drive Recycling DESCRIPTION:Where do your boxes and cans and bottles go when you put them on your curb? Who uses them as raw material? What makes them valuable\, or not? Find out about current markets for your recyclables along with the national and international economic realities that are so important to those markets. Join Chaz Miller as he answers those questions and more. Miller delves into the intricate details of the aluminum and steel can markets\, and the complexities of glass recycling. He also discusses the markets of natural HDPE bottles\, colored HDPE packaging\, and polypropylene packaging\, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities in each sector. \nVIEW PRESENTATION SLIDES [PDF] \n \n  URL:https://www.newmoa.org/event/mm101-markets/ CATEGORIES:Materials Management END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR