Submit Your Session Proposals for Brownfields 2011
July 19, 2010
The 14th National Brownfields Conference is headed to Philadelphia on April 3-5, 2011. The National Brownfields Conference is the largest, most comprehensive conference focused on cleaning up and redeveloping abandoned, underutilized, and potentially contaminated properties in the nation.
Cosponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), the conference attracts more than five thousand registrants and hundreds of exhibitors. With more than 100 educational sessions, the conference offers knowledge building, networking, and business development opportunities for beginners and experienced professionals.
The educational program is a direct result of the conference’s national call for ideas and is designed to address the important issues facing brownfields practitioners, policy makers, and communities today. This year, conference organizers are particularly interested in new ideas related to green jobs, community engagement and environmental justice, the business of brownfields, green technology and emerging solutions, planning for community revitalization, and sustainability. Additionally the Brownfields 2011 Planning Committee wants to encourage more interactive educational sessions in hopes to have at least 60 percent using the always popular marketplace/roundtable format and the newly established public dialogue/debate format.
To submit your session proposal by the deadline of July 30, 2010 go to www.brownfields2011.org. For more information please contact Julie Butler (jbutler@icma.org) or see the conference website.
C2P2 Merges with OCETA
January 22, 2010
The Canadian Centre for Pollution Prevention (C2P2) has merged with the Ontario Centre for Environmental Technology Advancement (OCETA).
At the forefront of pollution prevention since 1992, C2P2 is recognized internationally as leaders shaping the future of sustainable production and consumption. C2P2 has successfully engaged all sectors of society in the delivery of its mandate and established a world-renowned capacity for technical and environmental advice. The C2P2’s Board of Directors extends its thanks to the many supporters, including business, industrial associations, NGOs, labour, academia, governments and international organizations, who contributed to many constructive partnerships throughout the years.
The merger is effective immediately. OCETA will continue program delivery under the C2P2 banner and its core business as Canada’s foremost advocate in Pollution Prevention by providing services such as the Canadian Pollution Prevention Roundtable and pollution prevention outreach and training. Kevin Jones, President and CEO of OCETA is excited about the business possibilities saying, “We welcome this opportunity to work closely with C2P2 clients and customers in advancing sustainability. This merger will build on C2P2’s and OCETA’s core competencies in pollution prevention and clean technology and will enable us to jointly develop and deliver new integrated sustainability services.”
According to Fred Granek, OCETA’s Vice President, Sustainability, “The combined expertise, skills and services of C2P2 and OCETA will allow us to work with a broad spectrum of business, public and government on sustainability, pollution prevention and cleaner production services.”
Fred Granek has assumed responsibility for C2P2’s operations and invites C2P2’s supporters and clients to contact him about services that C2P2 can offer as well as new business opportunities. Fred Granek can be contacted at (905) 822-4133 Ext 224, fred@c2p2online.com or fgranek@oceta.on.ca.
About OCETA
OCETA is a private, not-for-profit corporation that supports the commercialization and market adoption of clean technologies and environmentally sustainable solutions. OCETA delivers the Toronto Region Sustainability Program to assist small to medium sized manufacturers in the Greater Toronto Area to reduce their costs and business risks, improve their competitiveness, while enhancing their environmental performance through process optimization, energy and water conservation, waste elimination and reduction, and the adoption of integrated sustainable solutions.
For further information on C2P2 and OCETA:
www.c2p2online.com and www.oceta.on.ca
NPPR Webinar Series Sponsorship
December 14, 2009
To learn more about some of NPPR’s past webinars go to https://www.p2.org/category/webinars/.
Specific Webinar Co-Sponsorship Opportunity
Host a webinar
- Host a webinar using your webinar service provider.
- Your co-sponsorship will be advertised on NPPR’s website under the specific webinar(s) and in all correspondences regarding the webinar.
General Co-Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum - Exclusive co-sponsorship of one webinar
$4,000
- Advertisement of sponsorship on NPPR’s website under the spefic webinars and in all correspondences regarding the webinar.
- Contact NPPR to discuss further opportunities that this co-sponsorship level entitles.
Gold - Co-Sponsorship of two webinars
$2,000
- Advertisement of sponsorship on NPPR’s website under the specific webinars and in all correspondences regarding the webinar.
Silver - Co-sponsorship of one webinar
$1,000
- Advertisement of sponsorship on NPPR’s website under the specific webinar and in all correspondences regarding the webinar.
To learn more about the NPPR webinar series and become a co-sponsor contact Angela Miller at angela@p2.org or 202-299-9701.
States, Academics, and Industry to Collaborate and Promote Safer Products: New Report Outlines Framework for Green Chemisty and Design of Environment
November 17, 2009
WASHINGTON D.C., November 17, 2009 - Business, states and higher education have a new resource to support efforts to advance safer products in the market place.
It’s a report released today by the Green Chemistry and Commerce Council (GC3), National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR), and the Lowell Center for Sustainable Production at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell (UMASS Lowell). See: http://www.p2.org/wp-content/uploads/growing-the-green-economy.pdf
The report, entitled “Growing the Green Economy through Green Chemistry and Design for Environment” is a resource guide to assist states to develop a green chemistry and design for environment framework. Seeking to reduce the use of hazardous substances and finding safer alternatives will in turn promote environmentally sustainable business practices and economic opportunities.
“Green chemistry offers states economic opportunity that focuses on safer chemicals and products,” said Ken Zarker, NPPR Policy Chair. “We expect this report will be a useful resource to those states considering opportunities for growing green jobs.”
Green chemistry was defined by Drs. Paul Anastas and John Warner as “the utilization of a set of principles that reduces or eliminates the use or generation of hazardous substances in the design, manufacture and application of chemicals products.”
Design for environment (DfE) is a program within the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency that “uses the office’s chemical assessment tools and expertise to inform substitution to safer chemistries.” This report clearly defines a vision and an approach to use creative green chemistry and DfE policy approaches as key economic tools.
The report recommends states take action to promote safer products in four broad areas: 1) information development, collection and dissemination, 2) economic incentives; 3) recognition programs, and 4) regulation and policy, including the following:
* Promote chemical information and alternatives assessment.
* Provide tax incentives for green chemistry and design for environment.
* Implement award programs for green chemistry and design for environment.
* Require safer alternatives planning.
“This report will promote new collaborations and business leadership to assist industry with the tools to spur cleaner products and services,” says Roger McFadden, Senior Scientist, Staples, Inc. “The successful completion of all these actions is needed to help drive innovation throughout the supply chain to promote sustainability.”
This project was a collaborative effort among business, government, nongovernmental organizations, and academia.
“This is a great first step forward,” says Joel Tickner, Lowell Center for Sustainable Production at UMASS Lowell. “This report is both timely and strategic as it will promote states’ action on toxics reduction, greening the supply chain, and economic growth - the framework for a more sustainable chemical industry. We expect many new cross-sector initiatives that will advance the goals of environmental protection and economic development.”
The Green Chemistry and Commerce Council (GC3) is facilitated by the Lowell Center for Sustainable Production at UMASS Lowell and provides an open forum for participants to discuss and share information and experiences relating to advancing green chemistry and design for the environment as it pertains to sustainable supply chain management. The mission of the GC3 is to promote and support green chemistry and the design for environment approach to research and practices nationally and internationally among companies and other governmental and non-governmental entities. See: http://greenchemistryandcommerce.org/home.php
The National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is the largest membership organization in the United States devoted solely to pollution prevention (P2). The mission of the Roundtable is to provide a national forum for promoting the development, implementation, and evaluation of efforts to avoid, eliminate, or reduce pollution at the source. See: http://www.p2.org
The Lowell Center for Sustainable Production at UMASS Lowell facilitates the Green Chemistry and Commerce Council. It uses rigorous science, collaborative research, and innovative strategies to promote communities, workplaces, and products that are healthy, humane, and respectful of natural systems. The Center is composed of faculty, staff, and graduate students at the University of Massachusetts Lowell who work collaboratively with citizen groups, workers, businesses, institutions, and government agencies to build healthy work environments, thriving communities, and viable businesses that support a more sustainable world. See: http://www.sustainableproduction.org
Contacts:
Green Chemistry and Commerce Council (GC3) Roger McFadden, Vice President, Senior Scientist Staples, Inc.,
303-862-0421, Roger.McFadden@Staples.com
National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR) Ken Zarker, Chair, Pollution Prevention Policy and Integration Committee Ph. 360-407-6724; Cell: 512-913-0731 kzar461@ecy.wa.gov
Lowell Center for Sustainable Production Joel Tickner, Director and Associate Professor of Community Health and Sustainability University of Massachusetts Lowell, 978-934-2981,
Joel_Tickner@uml.edu
For a PDF of this press release 11-17-09-final-green-chemistry-press-release-2.
Member Handbook
November 16, 2009
This handbook is designed as a reference for members of the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR). The document outlines NPPR’s structure, policies and procedures. It will be updated as deemed necessary.
NPPR Member Handbook - Last updated November 2009 (PDF)
Internship Opportunity
November 4, 2009
The National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR) has two internship opportunities available beginning June 2010. NPPR has flexible scheduling for both students and recent graduates. Internships are unpaid, but provide interns with an opportunity to gain valuable experience with a non-profit organization focused on pollution prevention and sustainable practices. NPPR is located in the heart of Washington, DC’s DuPont Circle.
This position will assist the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable in the planning and implementation of the core pollution prevention and sustainability efforts and programs of NPPR. Specific activities include; research of state, local, federal, and international policies, preparation of presentations, papers, and conferences, and assist in continual membership outreach. The intern will gain a broad background in pollution prevention, sustainability, and non-profit activities.
Interns are expected to have completed at least 2 full years off college level course work. Excellent written and oral communications skills, ability to conduct extensive research, attention to detail and excellent organization skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and basic computer skills, ability to work independently, demonstrated a commitment to pollution prevention and sustainability advocacy.
To apply for this internship e-mail your resume and coverletter to Angela Miller at angela@p2.org.
Protected: P2Profile: 2009 a Year in Review
October 7, 2009
P2 in Egypt
September 30, 2009
NPPR Executive Director Jeffrey Burke was recently in Egypt to work on establishing a Roundtable in the Middle East and North Africa.
Growing the Green Economy Report
August 18, 2009
2010 P2 Week Posters
July 6, 2009
Pollution Prevention Week
September 20 - 26, 2010
