Mar 10, 2009	Explore Methane Issues at the 33rd Annual LFG Symposium Join the leading minds in the field of Landfill Gas Management this March as we explore topics such as beneficial use, offset projects, greenhouse gas issues, legislative & regulatory requirements and methane issues.	San Diego, CA
Mar 22, 2009 - Mar 24, 2010	Strategic Sustainability for Leaders: Develop Your Leadership Potential This course provides strategic know-how and leadership capacity to create a truly sustainable future. Build the skills and knowledge to make the case for change, apply a systems based approach to internal planning, and guide decision making to achieve sustainable results inside of the organization and out. Cultivate the leadership qualities that will enable you to collaboratively influence your organization, inspiring bold and courageous change.	Chicago
Apr 20, 2009 - Apr 22, 2009	Great Basin / Mojave Desert Climate Change Workshop The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Geological Survey, the National Park Service, and the Environmental Protection Agency, in collaboration with several other agencies and organizations, are sponsoring a workshop focusing on natural resource research, adaptation, and mitigation needs related to climate change in the Great Basin and Mojave Desert. The workshopv will examine how climate change is affecting natural resources in deserts of the western U.S., as well as the land, water, and species management and research needs that are essential to address in the coming decade.	University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Apr 28, 2009 - Apr 29, 2009	Oklahoma Brownfields Conference 2010 Join with key players in the real estate industry for a reception, networking and conversations highlighting brownfields properties.	Oklahoma City. OK
Jun 08, 2009 - Jun 10, 2009	2010 EPA SMALL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTAL CONFERENCE The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Small Business Programs is hosting the 2010 Small Business Environmental Conference "Expanding Partnerships to Meet the Changing Regulatory Landscape.	Arlington, Virginia
Jun 08, 2009 - Jun 10, 2009	2010 EPA Small Business Environmental Conference The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Small Business Programs is hosting the 2010 Small Business Environmental Conference "Expanding Partnerships to Meet the Changing Regulatory Landscape.	Arlington, Virginia
Jun 21, 2009 - Jun 25, 2009	ANNUAL REGION 6 MS4 OPERATORS CONFERENCES Since 1999, an annual conference of Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) operators has been held in EPA Region 6 (AR, LA, NM, OK & TX). These conferences bring together representatives from municipalities, federal facilities, States, and EPA to learn about new regulatory developments and share ideas and experiences in developing and implementing storm water management programs to help protect our water resources.	Santa Fe, New Mexico
Sep 09, 2009	Cities Go Green ULI Philadelphia presents "Cities Go Green: Re-Tooling for Economic & Environmental Performance" on September 9, 2009. New stimulus funding and federal policies have elevated sustainability to a national priority. This forum will examine the big drivers of change that are helping urban areas leverage the "green" movement.	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sep 10, 2009	Drafting Easements for Perpetuity Webinar Conservation easements are the means by which much conservation is accomplished in this country. Drafting Easements for Perpetuity is a webinar that will provide an overview of the basic elements of an easement and provide tips on successful drafting to meet Land Trust Standards and Practices and state and federal laws, including those related to public benefit and the conservation purposes test (for easements intended to qualify for federal tax benefits).	Webcat
Sep 14, 2009 - Sep 18, 2009	Strategic Conservation Planning Using the Green Infrastructure Approach This introductory course provides participants with a strategic approach for prioritizing conservation opportunities and a planning framework for conservation and development -- integrating the green and the grey. Through hands-on class projects, lectures, and numerous case studies, participants will experience firsthand how the green infrastructure approach can be used to connect environmental, social, and economic health across urban, suburban, and rural settings. Participants will also learn how green infrastructure planning can serve as a tool to inform land use decisions and build consensus among diverse interests.	National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Sep 15, 2009 - Sep 16, 2009	Promoting Environmental and Policy Change to Support Healthy Aging The 2009 "Promoting Environmental and Policy Change to Support Healthy Aging" conference will address challenges amenable to environmental and policy change; evidence that supports specific approaches and their outcomes; and promising strategies for practice.	Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Sep 21, 2009 - Oct 01, 2009	National Summit on Infrastructure and the Environment The Conservation Fund is hosting an innovative event to help national leaders rebuild the American economy through infrastructure projects that also benefit our environment. The "National Summit on Infrastructure and the Environment: Seeking Better Outcomes Through Better Process" will bring together a powerful alliance of leaders in the energy, transportation and water sectors who seek to effectively move infrastructure projects forward while conserving our natural resources.	Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Sep 30, 2009	NPDES Training This webcast will provide methods for tracing illicit discharges back to the source through storm drain network investigations, drainage area investigations, and on-site investigations. We will also discuss removing or fixing illicit discharges, including how to decide who is responsible for the removal and how to confirm the correction. A case study speaker will present examples of illicit discharges found in the field. Finally, a guest speaker from a local community will provide a real world perspective on finding and eliminating illicit discharges, focusing specifically on preventing and eliminating discharges from food service facilities.	webcast
Sep 30, 2009	Road Diet Handbook Webinar The Institute of Transportation Engineers sponsors this web seminar, which will include a presentation and discussion on the applicability, design and implementation of road diets. The focus of this course is the road diet conversion of four-lane undivided roadways to two-lane roadways plus a two-way left turn lane.	Webinar
Sep 30, 2009 - Sep 30, 2009	Getting it Right: Smart Housing and Transportation Planning for Livable Communities "Getting it Right: Smart Housing and Transportation Planning for Livable Communities" is an AARP Solutions Forum in Collaboration with Reconnecting America and The National Housing Trust For more information contact: Caroline Okumu, (703) 717-6243, email aarp@smithfairfield.com.	Washington, DC
Oct 02, 2009 - Oct 03, 2009	Greening Our Homes: Increasing the Health and Sustainability of Existing Housing Although green and sustainable design is receiving an increasing amount of attention in the design community, most of the focus is on new construction. According to the U.S. Census, there are currently more than 107 million existing residential units in the U.S., and the Brookings Institute has estimated that 75% of all buildings that will be in use by 2050 are already built. Many of these buildings were built prior to 1970, are extremely inefficient, and will constitute much of the housing for our most vulnerable citizens for the foreseeable future. The Greening Our Homes conference will bring together design professionals and policy makers to address these challenges and share best practices in increasing the health and sustainability of our nation's existing housing stock.	Washington, D.C.
Oct 14, 2009	Stormwater Retrofitting Webcast Register Now for the Stormwater Retrofitting Webcast! The Center for Watershed Protection is pleased to announce the third offering in our new webcast series. Attendees can now save time, travel expenses and, perhaps most importantly, carbon emissions, by attending our training workshops over the Web. This upcoming webcast will focus on Stormwater Retrofitting. Join speakers from CWP, as well as guest speakers from local government and the private sector as they share their experiences and lessons learned.	Webcast
Dec 10, 2009 - Dec 10, 2009	Complying With Land Use Laws and Regulations Professionals who deal with land use actions must understand and navigate a variety of regulations pertaining to zoning, nonconforming uses and environmental laws. Federal, state and local laws all come into play in this area, and you must be prepared to deal with the red tape of bureaucracy in order to help clients achieve their desired outcome. Are you ready to represent clients - or work with other professionals - on land use issues?	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dec 10, 2009	Make the most of your energy efficiency stimulus funding: A NO-COST webcast hosted by ICMA Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, local governments are eligible to receive substantial funding to implement energy efficiency initiatives. Join your ICMA colleagues and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) ENERGY STAR team to gain the knowledge you need to understand the benefits and nuances of performance contracting and how to leverage ENERGY STAR tools in your contract to get the most out of stimulus spending. You will learn about: " What performance contracting is, how it works, and how it can help you maximize your stimulus funding over the long term. " How to leverage ENERGY STAR tools and resources, including EPA's no-cost Portfolio Manager energy tracking software, in a performance contract with a real-world example from Austin Energy. Who should attend The webcasts are designed for local government leaders, finance directors, and building officials. Due to the multi-disciplinary nature of the topic and the approaches that will be described, we suggest that teams of local government officials participate on the webcast as a group. Date and time Thursday, December 10, 2009 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. EST 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. CST 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PST Register now The webcast is offered at no-cost, but is limited to 200 registrants. To register, visit https://energystar.webex.com/energystar and click on the session titled "For ICMA Members: Make the Most of Your Energy Efficiency Stimulus Funding" under "Training Center." Click on the link for "Registration." Registration is open until the start of the webcast, although advance registration is recommended. Technical requirements Webcasts combine telephone and Internet technology allowing local government managers and their staffs to gain relevant and useful information without travel, at low cost, and through a medium that encourages collegial discussion of concerns and issues. Participants must have a computer with Internet access (56K modem or higher) and a separate telephone line for the audio portion of the webcast. The webcast is offered at no-cost, but is limited to 200 registrants. To register, visit https://energystar.webex.com/energystar and click on the session titled "For ICMA Members: Make the Most of Your Energy Efficiency Stimulus Funding" under "Training Center." Click on the link for "Registration." Registration is open until the start of the webcast, although advance registration is recommended.	Webcast
Jan 05, 2010 - Jan 05, 2010	National Lakes Assessment: Reporting on the Condition of the Nation's Lakes Join us for a free Webcast to learn about the first-ever assessment of the condition of the nation's lakes.	Webcast
Jan 12, 2010 - Jan 14, 2010	POTW Nutrient Reduction and Efficiency Conference This workshop is targeted to POTW operators, managers, superintendents, managers with infrastructure responsibilities, and state and federal agency nutrient managers. This workshop will present the latest information on municipal nutrient removal technologies and approaches, and results of energy conservation measures and operational efficiency retrofits implemented at wastewater treatment facilities across the Midwest.	Evansville, Indiana
Jan 26, 2010	EPA Local Climate and Energy Webcast: Clean Energy Workforce Development for Local Governments and Communities The webcast will provide an overview of EPAs state and local workforce efforts and the U.S. Department of Labors employment training administration programs. In addition, Santa Fe YouthWorks and Clean Energy Works Portland will showcase how they each developed, implemented, and measured results from their workforce programs. The webcast will conclude with a question and answer session.	Online
Jan 28, 2010	EPA Webinar on Green Power Purchasing Aggregations On January 28, 2010, from 1:00-2:00 PM (EST) the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Green Power Partnership will host a Webinar on aggregating demand for green power. Through the aggregation of power purchases, buying groups are able to purchase electricity and green power at reduced rates by lowering transaction costs and leveraging their purchasing power. Aggregations can take several forms, such as aggregating purchases with other local governments and/or businesses or through a community choice model. During this Webinar, participants will learn: " The steps necessary to form a successful purchasing group " The ideal characteristics of a successful aggregator " The benefits of purchasing aggregations " Strategies for incorporating green power into the group's purchase " Potential hurdles and roadblocks	Webinar
Feb 03, 2010	Working Together for Equitable Development: Voices and Lessons from Environmental Justice and Smart Growth Explore the connections between smart growth, environmental justice, and equitable development. Learn how to overcome barriers and integrate complementary efforts.	Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle, WA
Feb 08, 2010 - Feb 09, 2010	The Possibilities of Zero Waste With 24 speakers presenting over 11 hours of content, this year's events will explore the latest trends and innovations within recycling.	Charlotte, North Carolina
Feb 16, 2010	Going With the Flow: Designing High-Performance Buildings with EnergyPlus The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building Technologies Program is offering a Webinar on Tuesday, February 16, 2010, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. EST titled "Going With the Flow: Designing High-Performance Buildings with EnergyPlus."	On-line
Feb 18, 2010	Sustainable Development Policy/Project Decisions Workshop The National Brownfield Association will conduct a one-day comprehensive workshop in conjunction with the City of Atlanta, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the USEPA to provide you with information to help you make better sustainable development policy/project decisions. Click here to register or contact Mary Hereford at 773.714.0407 x113 or maryh@brownfieldassociation.org	Atlanta, GA
Feb 23, 2010	How to Conduct a Public Meeting for Energy Infrastructure Siting Creating the perfect scene for a public meeting about your energy project isn't as difficult as it may seem. It's important to provide stakeholders with enough information, time, and access to experts. A public meeting may be primarily to inform the public, involve the public, or consult the public. The first step is to identify the purpose of your public meeting, then implement a well-thought out agenda and identify effective roles for organizers and participants.	Online
Mar 02, 2010 - Mar 03, 2010	Planning for North Carolina's Future: Ask the Climate Question-- Climate Change Adaptation Workshop Are you involved in planning, policy and decision-making at a local, regional or state level in North Carolina? Whether planning for land use, transportation, infrastructure, natural resources, cultural resources, public health, economic development, tourism, real estate, insurance, or emergency management your sector will be affected by climate change. This event will examine how local and state governments should plan for changing climates. An impressive set of experts will conduct workshop sessions that include: " Why is Climate Change an Important Issue for North Carolina? " Planning in a Changing Climate: Projected Impacts and Adaptive Responses " What Leading States Are Doing to Address Impacts of Climate Change " Tools and Resources for Planners " Importance of Communication and Education in Developing Plans " Federal Initiatives on Climate Change Adaptation " Breakout Sessions by Geographic Region: Tools and Resources	Raleigh, NC
Mar 04, 2010 - Mar 04, 2010	Maximize Your Energy Efficiency Stimulus Funding: No-Cost Web Training Available ICMA will host a free Web training session to help local governments plan, implement, and monitor their energy efficiency initiatives funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.	On-line
Mar 04, 2010	Strategic Sustainability for Leaders Master sustainability leadership skills, network with others and expand your options for creating a sustainable future. Our foundation course gives participants a robust understanding of The Natural Step Framework. You will gain skills and knowledge to make the case for change, apply a systems based approach to internal planning, and guide decision making to achieve sustainable results inside of the organization and out.	Portland, OR
Mar 18, 2010	Getting to Net Zero Today Through a Performance-Based Design/Build Process The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building Technologies Program is offering a Webinar on Thursday, March 18, 2010, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. EST titled "Getting to Net Zero Today Through a Performance-Based Design/Build Process."	Webcast
Mar 18, 2010 - Mar 21, 2010	Building Livable Communties Conference Save the date for "Building Livable Communities: The 19th Annual Ahwahnee Conference for Local Elected Officials," set for March 18-21, 2010, in Yosemite National Park	Yosemite National Park
Mar 25, 2010	Principles of Landfill Fires E-Course Landfill fires pose a serious threat to operators and managers of modern landfill facilities. They can cause incredible damage, and create a significant hazard to staff, the local community and the environment. Learn about Landfill Fires, how to reduce their occurrence, as well as how to extinguish them if they occur.	Webcast
Mar 31, 2010	Using Smart Growth Strategies to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions EPA will host this webcast to provide an introduction to federal programs and resources related to smart growth. The webcast will discuss how smart growth strategies can help communities use energy more efficiently; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and provide other environmental, economic, and social benefits. Two communities will showcase how they successfully developed and implemented programs that integrate smart growth policies into community design. To register for this webcast, visit the link	Online
Apr 21, 2010	Bioretention Design, Installation, and Maintenance Bioretention has been the darling of the stormwater trade for a decade or more. In the real world of BMP design, installation, and maintenance, there have been as many (or more) poor examples as grand successes. What can we learn from these experiences, and what does current bioretention research have to teach us about enhancing pollutant removal and runoff volume reduction? This webcast will cover practical design, installation, and maintenance issues with bioretention, and will provide updated and essential design tools for the stormwater professional.	Webcast
Apr 28, 2010	Symposium on Smart Mobility-Part I:Opportunities for Electrified Transportation in Florida As policy makers and the public deliberate transportation, energy and sustainability issues, The Florida State University's Institute for Energy Systems, Economics and Sustainability (IESES)will bring together experts from around the country to share their informed views on the opportunities and challenges associated with electrified transportation.	The Florida State University
May 04, 2010	Recycling Manager's Refresher Course Join Robin Ennis, President of the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of SWANA, as she discusses planning a recycling program, recycling markets, contracting for collection service and more. Earn 3 CEUs upon completion of this course.	Online
May 04, 2010 - May 06, 2010	2010 Good Jobs, Green Jobs Conference and Green Jobs Expo The 2010 Good Jobs, Green Jobs National Conference, will bring together thousands of union members, environmentalists, business leaders, elected and administration officials together for three days of exiting keynotes, plenaries and workshops dedicated to building a green economy that creates good jobs, reduces global warming and preserves Americas economic and environmental security. This years Conference will also feature the 2010 Green Jobs Expo, which will showcase the companies, products, services and career opportunities in the green economy. Participating in the Expo provides companies and organizations exposure to more than 4,000 attendees of the Good Jobs, Green Jobs National Conference who come from all facets of industry, academia, government and the non-profit sector, as well as thousands of students from colleges and universities and trade schools in the area.	Washington, D.C.
May 04, 2010	American Wetlands Month Webcast An American Wetlands Month Webcast, Tools for Protecting Coastal Wetland." will provide information on several tools that can help address impacts on coastal wetland ecosystems from immediate impacts (development) to long-term (sea level rise) in order to help improve decision-making and provide readily accessible information to practitioners.	Webcast
May 04, 2010 - May 06, 2010	2010 Good Jobs, Green Jobs National Conference The 2010 Good Jobs, Green Jobs National Conference,will bring together thousands of union members, environmentalists, business leaders, elected and administration officials together for three days of exiting keynotes, plenaries and workshops dedicated to building a green economy that creates good jobs, reduces global warming and preserves America's economic and environmental security.	Washington, DC
May 04, 2010	Recycling Manager's Refresher Course Join Robin Ennis, President of the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of SWANA, as she discusses planning a recycling program, recycling markets, contracting for collection service and more. *Earn 3 CEUs upon completion of this course.	Webinar
May 11, 2010	Principles of Bioreactor Landfill Operation and Economics With the current emphasis on landfill gas and green energy, bioreactor landfill technology is being revisited. Join Dr. George Reinhart, Ph.D., P.E., Project Engineer with Jones Edmunds & Associates, Inc., to get a brief introduction to the SWANA Manager of Bioreactor Landfills Class plus details on evaluating the economical feasibility of a Bioreactor Landfill at your site.*5 CEUs upon completion of this course.	Webinar
May 18, 2010 - May 18, 2009	U.S. Department of Energy Commercial Reference Buildings: Benefits and Applications This Webinar focuses on commercial reference buildings, which are complete descriptions of buildings for whole building energy analysis. DOE, in conjunction with three of its national laboratories, developed these comprehensive commercial reference buildings (formerly Commercial Building Benchmark Models).	Webinar
May 19, 2010	Building a Better Public Education Program: Lessons Learned from Twenty Years in Long Beach This session will present recommendations and lessons learned from over the years of operating a mobile public education trailer, as well as important points to consider for any solid waste and environmental public education program.	Webinar
May 25, 2010 - May 27, 2010	The 8th National Environmental Summit The summitbrings together environmental professionals from business, academia, nongovernmental organizations and government to exchange ideas and get updates on a range of environmental topics. This year's theme is Taking the Next Step for Energy, Sustainability and a Green Economy. As in previous years, the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR) members national meeting will take place at the Summit, as well as topical workgroups on local and national activities.	Orlando, FL
May 26, 2010	Green Cart School Recycling in Halton: A Learning Opportunity This e-Session will discuss an innovative approach taken by the Regional Municipality of Halton, Ontario to integrate the Regions solid waste management program into the public education system.	Webcast
Jun 06, 2010 - Jun 10, 2010	2010 Environment and Energy Research Conference This conference serves as a platform to develop better transportation solutions through the integration of diverse environmental (human and natural) and transportation perspectives. Join nationally recognized experts in transportation along with forward-thinking professionals in environmental, planning, community and economic analysis, environmental justice, land use, sustainability, climate change, and transportation fields in a frank and open discussion aimed at sharing experiences, examining the realities of major complex issues, and developing common sense approaches to environmental and transportation challenges.	Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh Convention Center
Jun 08, 2010	EPA Green Roofs Webcast EPAs Heat Island Reduction Program and EPAs Local Climate and Energy Program will host a Green Roofs webcast. The webcast will provide an overview of how green roofs can reduce the urban heat island effect and improve building energy use while achieving additional multiple benefits within the urban environment.	Webcast
Jun 09, 2010	Proposed Combustion Rules and Definition of Solid Waste Learn more about new EPA rules proposed by EPA, which will reduce emissions from boilers, process heaters, and solid waste incinerators.	Webcast
Jun 16, 2010	Watershed Treatment Model - A TMDL & MS4 Tracking Tool Some people call it "bean counting," but it is not to be taken lightly. With existing and impending TMDLs in many communities across the country, and increasing mandates for MS4 accountability, there is an acute need for tools to help communities account for actions and practices to meet watershed goals and regulatory requirements. This session will discuss the accounting needed for these programs, and illustrate a Center-developed tool.	Webcast
Jun 21, 2010 - Jun 25, 2010	ANNUAL REGION 6 MS4 OPERATORS CONFERENCES Since 1999, an annual conference of Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) operators has been held in EPA Region 6 (AR, LA, NM, OK & TX). These conferences bring together representatives from municipalities, federal facilities, States, and EPA to learn about new regulatory developments and share ideas and experiences in developing and implementing storm water management programs to help protect our water resources.	Santa Fe, New Mexico
Jul 21, 2010	Developing & Maintaining a Positive Safety Leadership Culture at a Disposal Facility Join Peter Chung, Health & Safety Analyst, Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts as he discusses methods to establish and maintain a Safety Leadership Culture at a solid waste disposal facility. The presentation will focus mostly on landfill safety, but will include common safety concerns and practices that apply to any solid waste disposal facility. The presenter will provide practical recommendations based on 16 years of hands-on experience from both public and private solid waste disposal and treatment facilities.	Webcast
Jul 27, 2010 - Jul 29, 2010	National Environmental Justice Advisory Council Meeting The next NEJAC face-to-face meeting will take place in Washington, D.C., on July 27 through 29, 2010, at The Fairfax at Embassy Row http://www.fairfaxhoteldc.com/. The meeting will include a Public Comment period.	Washington, D.C.
Jul 29, 2010	Corporate, Institutional, and Government Opportunities in Community Wind Development Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Partnership (GPP) will host a webinar for large electricity users to participate in community wind power development. Projects are typically locally-owned and maximize the local benefits of wind generation. These projects can range from 2 megawatts (MW) capacity up to utility-scale and can be customer-sited or grid-sited. Possible ownership models include farmers and landowners (individuals and partnerships); large businesses and organizations, including higher education institutions and Fortune 500® companies; community and development groups; tribes and local governments; and public utilities. Opportunities for large electricity users to purchase power from community wind farms in a profit neutral manner will also be explored. During this webinar, participants will learn about: How your organization can participate in community wind development The types of community wind projects  including institutional and corporate-owned options Learn the distinctions between utility-scale, multi-turbine large, and single-turbine small community wind projects The benefits and challenges of community wind development Factors that contribute to successful community wind projects The typical project development process and timeline Possible financial structures for projects, including the new National Wind Windfrastructure Program model Speakers will be: James Critchfield, U.S. EPA Jacob Susman, Founder and CEO, Own Energy Leon Steinberg, Chief Executive Officer, National Wind	Webcast
Aug 01, 2010 - Aug 05, 2010	StormCon This is an opportunity for stormwater managers, regulators, engineers, consultants, and contractors to learn about the latest stormwater innovations and technologies. StormCon features the largest exhibition of stormwater equipment and technologies in one place. Online registration is open.	San Antonio, TX
Aug 04, 2010	Webinar on Improving Solar PV Results through Collaborative Procurement Environmental Protection Agencys (EPAs) Green Power Partnership will host a webinar on improving solar PV results through collaborative procurement. Presenters: Blaine Collison, Program Director, US EPAs Green Power Partnership Rachel Massaro, Associate Director of Climate Initiatives, Joint Venture: Silicon Valley Network Ben Foster, Vice President, Operations, Optony Siva Darbhamulla, Chief of Design Services, County of Santa Clara, CA Faced with increasing pressure to cut costs and reduce their carbon footprints, local governments and state agencies are investigating renewable energy opportunities. Successfully executing a renewable energy strategy, however, requires significant legal, procurement, property management, and engineering expertise that may not be readily available to local governments. To support the public sector adoption of renewable energy generation and reduce transaction costs, the members of the Joint Venture Public Sector Climate Task Force have launched the Renewable Energy Procurement (REP) Project in collaboration with the County of Santa Clara, California, lead agency for the procurement. The first stage of this project will include nine public agencies with 70 sites across 43 separate locations, for a total power generation potential of 14.4 MW. Types of PV sites include office rooftops, carports, water storage tanks, ground mounted systems, bus depots, senior centers, parking garages, health centers and others. By leveraging the contractual resource investment of the lead agency and creating a strategically bundled procurement pool, all are benefiting by reducing or eliminating the technical, financial, and organizational challenges of adopting renewable power. This is the largest public renewable energy procurement in terms of both number of sites and number of jurisdictions participating (not in total installed capacity), and can be used as a model for other regions across the U.S. During this Webinar, participants will learn: What role each project participant played and how that contributed to the overall project performance What pitfalls were avoided, challenges were addressed and successes achieved How to approach a similar project in their own areas and leverage this effort How nine independent municipal agencies were able to combine efforts in a joint procurement for 14 MW of new solar photovoltaic installations Register for the webinar at https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/303048626 .	Webcast
Aug 15, 2010 - Aug 15, 2010	Free Dallas Workshop on LED Lighting The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is sponsoring a free workshop on solid-state lighting in Dallas on Sunday, August 15. Presented by Dr. Jack Curran of LED Transformations, the workshop will introduce the novice to LED lighting basics and help separate fact from fiction, taking a no-nonsense look at how and where LED lighting can help reduce energy usage. The DOE workshop, which will take place from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the Dallas Convention Center, Area D, Room 163/165, is being held in conjunction with GovEnergy, the premier energy training trade show for federal agencies. Admittance to the workshop is not limited to federal employees or GovEnergy attendees. There is no cost for the DOE solid-state lighting workshop. Those interested in attending should register by sending an email to sslworkshop@akoyaonline.com and provide their name, organization, and phone number. They will receive a confirmation email. Space is limited.	Dallas Convention Center
Aug 23, 2010 - Aug 27, 2010	Watershed Management Conference: Innovations in Watershed Management Under Land Use and Climate Change The American Society of Civil Engineers Environmental & Water Resources Institute (EWRI) is sponsoring the 2010 Watershed Management Conference: Innovations in Watershed Management Under Land Use and Climate Change. The conference will highlight innovative approaches for managing water resources under climate and land use change. Relevant topics include hydrologic measurement and modeling, integrated and/or adaptive water management, aquatic ecosystem restoration, risk-based design, and the use of regional predictions of climate change.	Madison, WI
Aug 23, 2010 - Aug 27, 2009	Watershed Management Conference The American Society of Civil Engineers' Environmental & Water Resources Institute (EWRI) is sponsoring the 2010 Watershed Management Conference: Innovations in Watershed Management Under Land Use and Climate Change. The conference will highlight innovative approaches for managing water resources under climate and land use change. Relevant topics include hydrologic measurement and modeling, integrated and/or adaptive water management, aquatic ecosystem restoration, risk-based design, and the use of regional predictions of climate change.	Madison, WI
Aug 24, 2010	ENERGY STAR Pilot Verification Testing Program DOE is testing appliances for compliance with the applicable ENERGY STAR Program Requirements to verify that off-the-floor products indeed perform to qualifying levels. This Webinar will discuss the pilot verification program, results to date, and plans for future testing in 2011.	Webcast
Aug 26, 2010 - Aug 29, 2010	Groundwater Protection Council "Water and Energy Sustainability Symposium: Water and Energy in Changing Climates" The Groundwater Protection Council (GWPC) will host the Water and Energy Sustainability Symposium: Water and Energy in Changing Climates. A host of radical changes has brought both water and energy management to the brink of crisis. Political, economic, and technological climates have undergone as much transformation as the natural climate. The ever-growing population and the increasing demands of that population on water and energy resources are adding to the challenge. Now, more than ever, water and energy planners need to share and learn from each other and from experts in their professional communities. Leaders from government, energy and water industries, academia, water organizations, and others will discuss the complex relationship between water and energy and pave the way for working together to deliver fresh water and clean energy that we can afford and sustain.	Pittsburgh, PA
Sep 03, 2010	Green Power Community Challenge Webinar Green Power Communities (GPCs) are cities, towns, villages, counties, and Native American tribes in which the local government, businesses, and residents collectively procure green power in amounts that meet or exceed EPAs Green Power Community use requirements. During this Webinar, providers will learn about: " EPA Green Power Community program requirements " EPA's Green Power Community Challenge and EPA communications and technical support " How a provider can engage city leadership, local businesses, and residents while launching a local green power campaign " How to set appropriate green power participation goals and a timeline for success	webinar
Sep 14, 2010	National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Electronic Reporting Rule EPA will be hosting a webinar for NPDES permittees to provide information on the development of the proposed National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Electronic Reporting Rule. This webinar will provide a forum for NPDES permittees, and other interested stakeholders to ask questions and provide informal comments related to the proposed rule. Anyone who wants to participate can attend.	Webinar
Sep 22, 2010	Building Livable Communities: Creating a Common Agenda Partners for Livable Communities, in association with the Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Museum, will host this forum, which discusses how quality of life, economic development, and social services can be addressed by blending together the full range of livability values, including transportation, housing, and amenities such as arts, cultural heritage, and design.	Ring Auditorium, Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC
Oct 07, 2010	The Nuts and Bolts of Implementing Building Energy Efficiency Discover how to save on building energy and costs, explain how to pay for it through energy savings, and how to demonstrate your leadership in this area among your community.	Web conference
Nov 16, 2010 - Nov 18, 2010	National NPS Monitoring Conference The Annual Nonpoint Source Monitoring Workshop is an important forum for sharing information and improving communication for controlling and monitoring NPS pollution issues and projects. The focus of the 18th National Workshop is on nutrients and what lessons we have learned that can be factored into the projects funded under the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). A number of technical workshops and interactive learning sessions will be offered to build knowledge and skills, transfer technology and promote innovative evaluation/documentation techniques. This conference will bring together NPS monitoring and management personnel from state, federal, Tribal and municipal governments, private sector, academia, environmental groups and local watershed groups. Early bird registration ends September 17, 2010.	Milwaukee, WI
Jan 19, 2011 - Jan 20, 2011	14th Annual LMOP Conference and Project Expo The Annual LMOP Conference and Project Expo is one of the most anticipated conferences of the year! Please join us this January for a two-day information packed event. Learn about the latest technologies, visit vendor booths, catch up with colleagues and friends, and make new contacts!	Baltimore, MD