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QA/QC Basics & Understanding Your Lab Report (webinar)

Presenter: Liz Denly, Quality Assurance & Chemistry Director at TRC Companies Analytical data are used to make important and sometimes costly project decisions. It is imperative that the quality, accuracy, and sensitivity of these data are properly evaluated to ensure success during both project planning and project execution. This training provided guidelines on collecting adequate […]

Closed Landfills: Hazards & Best Practices – What You Need to Know

2:00 to 3:00 (eastern) Presenter: Jennifer Griffith, Project Manager at NEWMOA Most towns have at least one old closed landfill. These old landfills present ongoing liabilities and obligations. The Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association (NEWMOA) is wrapping up a project to help increase awareness of and improve the management of old closed solid waste landfills. […]

Reducing Food Waste in Food Service Kitchens: A Project in Erie County, New York

Erie County and NEWMOA conducted a project to measure and reduce food waste at four healthcare facilities in the Buffalo area. The webinar presented: An overview of the project challenges and results and the lessons learned Information on using the Leanpath tool to measure food waste More general food waste reduction options and opportunities for […]

Vapor Intrusion: Residential Investigation & Remediation

The webinar 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. Presenter: David Shea, Senior Vice President, Sanborn Head & Associates Link to Presentation Mr. Shea described the […]

Vapor Intrusion: Commercial/Industrial Investigation & Remediation

The webinar 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. Presenter: David Shea, Senior Vice President, Sanborn Head & Associates Link to Presentation Mr. Shea described the […]

Risk Assessment 101: Learning the Basics and Understanding Challenges in Conducting Risk Assessments

The webinar 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. Presenter: Laura Trozzolo, Risk Assessment Practice Leader, TRC Companies Laura's Presentation The  webinar introduced Risk Assessment elements […]

Risk Communication– Strategies for Preparing to Speak with the Public with a Focus on Emerging Contaminants

The webinar 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. Presenter: Jenny Phillips, Director Technical Development Unit, TRC Companies View Jenny's Presentation Communications regarding emerging contaminants such […]

Anaerobic Digestion and Other Solutions for Wasted Food

NERC/NEWMOA Four Part Webinar Series Webinar 1: Anaerobic Digestion and Other Solutions for Wasted Food  Dive into the different solutions for eliminating wasted food from landfills while learning about EPA’s Wasted Food Scale and the different methods for sustainable food management during our webinar Anaerobic Digestion and Other Solutions for Wasted Food.   This webinar will cover wasted […]

Siting Considerations for Anaerobic Digesters

NERC/NEWMOA Four Part Webinar Series Webinar 2: Siting Considerations for Anaerobic Digesters This presentation will provide a high-level overview of site considerations for anaerobic digestion facilities, from state regulations and permitting to feedstock analysis, site design and layout, water, and digestate. Anaerobic digesters are typically established in locations that meet specific criteria. These include sites […]

Anaerobic Digestion Facilities: Operators’ Perspectives on Siting and More

NERC/NEWMOA Four Part Webinar Series Webinar 3: Anaerobic Digestion Facilities: Operators' Perspectives on Siting and More Hear from operators of three successful, diverse anaerobic digestion (AD) facilities from Maine, Connecticut, and Maryland, followed by a generous question and answer period. The presenters will cover topics including: Choosing the specific AD technology for their application; Finding […]

Northeast Conference on the Science of PFAS: Public Health & the Environment

Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, Marlborough, MA 181 Boston Post Road W, Marlborough, MA, United States

The Conference has been approved for 12.5 continuing education credits for Mass LSPs (Conference number: 1688-2024) - Read the Attendance Verification Procedures Go to Conference Website (includes Registration) on Whova Sponsor Exhibit Information Poster Exhibit Information Final Conference Agenda (as given) The Northeast Waste Management Officials’ Association (NEWMOA) has partnered with the New England Interstate […]

Environmental Justice in Anaerobic Digestion: Green Solutions, Just Outcomes

NERC/NEWMOA Four Part Webinar Series Webinar 4: Environmental Justice in Anaerobic Digestion: Green Solutions, Just Outcomes Join us for a webinar on the intersection of anaerobic digestion and environmental justice. We will explore how anaerobic digestion can address environmental inequities and contribute to a more sustainable future. We will discuss the environmental benefits of anaerobic digestion such as […]