One of state’s largest construction projects recycling majority of its waste
When Phil Hayes started working as the project manager on the new Weston 4 Power Plant, he never imagined they would be able to recycle even half their construction debris. Two and a half years later, they are recycling 80 percent of their construction debris and have diverted more than 10 million pounds of materials from landfills. To read the full article, click here.

Register now for spring Construction & Demolition Waste Management and Recycling Training
When: May 17, 2007 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Forest Products Lab (One Gifford Pinchot Dr. Madison, WI 53726)
Note: This is the only public training WasteCap Wisconsin will offer in 2007
Waste reduction, reuse and recycling allow contractors and owners to use project funds for building instead of waste disposal. This training will give you the skills you need to develop, manage, monitor, document and promote a successful recycling program for construction and demolition debris. It will also help you learn how to obtain LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points for MR 2.1 and 2.2. Successful completion of the training will award registrants with WasteCap Accredited Professional status. Registration is required and space is limited. This full-day training program will be held on Thursday, May 17, the day after the Building Materials Reuse Association DECON 07 Conference (May 14 – 16). For more information on the training program and to register, click here. For more information on the DECON 07 conference, visit www.buildingreuse.org.

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2. UPCOMING CONFERENCES / GRANTS / JOB OPENINGS
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WasteCap Wisconsin 2007 Talk & Tour Series: Wisconsin Public Service Weston 4 Power Plant
When: April 18, 2007
Where: Rothschild, WI (guests to meet at Tony Roma’s at 10207 Co Rd XX in Mosinee)
Do you think recycling on tight sites is a challenge? Try recycling across 345 acres with more than 900 workers. Learn how to coordinate a successful large construction debris recycling program and get an inside view of one of Wisconsin's largest construction sites, now the largest construction debris recycling program in the state; Wisconsin Public Service's Weston 4 Power Plant in Rothschild, WI. Participate in the tour and hear the presentations at this Earth Week event. Recycling professionals, contractors, haulers and large developers are especially encouraged to attend. Space is limited. Register by April 13. To register, please click here.

Green Festival in Chicago
When: April 21 - 22, 2007
Where: McCormick Place, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago
The Chicago green festival features more than 200 visionary speakers and 400 green businesses. The event also includes how-to workshops, green films, yoga and movement classes, green career sessions, organic beer and wine, delicious organic cuisine and live music. Tickets are $10 for general admission or $19 for a Membership Fastpass which includes an organic t-shirt, weekend admission for two adults and other benefits. There are discounts for bike riders, public transit users, seniors and students. For more information, please click here.

AIA 2007 National Convention and Design Exposition
When: May 3 – 5, 2007
Where: San Antonio, Texas
Featuring over 250 continuing education programs, 60 tours, 40 events, and 800 leading-edge companies exhibiting their products and services, the convention offers something for anyone interested in any sort of architecture. Whether you’re an architect, interior designer, or client, this convention brings together all members of the design profession and construction industry. For more information, please click here.

DECON 07 Conference on C&D recycling, deconstruction and building material reuse
When: May 14 - 16, 2007
Where: University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Memorial Union
Deadline: Friday, April 13, 2007 for lodging reservations and charges paid in full
The international conference, presented by the Building Materials Reuse Association, will feature talks and discussion on deconstruction, building materials reuse, and construction and demolition debris recycling. Incorporation of reused and recycled materials into new and renovation construction will also be discussed as well as many other topics. WasteCap Wisconsin will offer a full-day, post-conference accreditation training workshop on C&D debris recycling the day after the conference at the USDA Forest Products Lab. For more information, please click here.

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3. RECYCLING NEWS THAT AFFECTS YOU
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CONSTRUCTION / DEMOLITION

A serious crush
Source: Construction and Demolition Recycling, March 2007
From interstate highway projects to the demolition of large stadiums and factories, the recycling of concrete and asphalt at these sites has become standard practice, keeping a growing number of companies busy in the pursuit of creating recycled aggregate products. To read the full article, please click here.

FOOD WASTE RECOVERY / COMPOSTING

California agencies partner to increase compost use on roadsides
Source: BioCyle, March 2007
A partnership between Caltrans, the California Integrated Waste Management Board, university extension offices, a state composting group and private industry is expected to dramatically boost the use of compost on highway roadsides. In the last three years, Caltrans has increased its purchase of compost and mulch products fivefold — from 13,700 cubic yards in 2004 to more than 70,000 cubic yards in 2006. To read the full article, please click here.

COMPUTER / ELECTRONICS RECYCLING

Seeking an international solution to mountains of E-waste
Source: GreenBiz News, March 15, 2007
Much of the nearly 40 million tons of e-waste -- discarded electronics and electrical appliances -- produced globally each year ends up in China, India and other developing countries. Backyard recyclers in the developing world attempt to recover the gold or silver under hazardous conditions, but there is a lot more in the mountains of scraps than just gold. To read the full article, please click here.

RECYCLED PRODUCTS AND REUSE

Old materials get new life
Source: Wisconsin State Journal, March 17, 2007
Before the old Meriter Hospital on West Washington Avenue in Madison was torn down so the Alexander Co.'s Capitol West mixed-use project could begin, Christi Weber and Dave Waisman were called in to see what could be reused or recycled, and devise a plan to make that happen. To read the full article, please click here.

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4. MEMBER PROFILE/WELCOME NEW & RETURNING MEMBERS
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ROYAL CONTAINER SERVICE
Royal Container Service provides more than just containers
Royal Container Service is known for their work in job site waste removal. But, Royal Recycling, a division of Royal Container Service, also works to recycle and reduce waste by diverting wood scraps and pallets from landfills to make colored mulch, animal bedding and playground cover.

Colored mulch is used by landscapers and homeowners around plants and trees, inhibiting weed growth and helping to retain moisture. Animal bedding is used in the winter months for cows and pigs. The wood is ground to a small size, is more absorbent and more desirable than sawdust.

Royal Container Service keeps dumpster sites clean and organized for contractors in order to maximize material separation. Containers, which vary from 6 to 30 cubic yards, are placed in a convenient location on the job site and safely removed using a hook-lift system.

Servicing all of Dane County and parts of Columbia, Green, Sauk and Jefferson Counties, Royal Container Service is committed to using the most advanced technology to effectively provide service to their customers. To learn more about Royal Container Service, visit www.royalcontainer.com.

VOGEL BROTHERS BUILDING COMPANY
Vogel Brothers helps Madison business achieve LEED certification
Over the last 75 years, Vogel Brothers Building Company has expanded to include green construction services. They were awarded a Demonstration Grant from the Department of Natural Resources to implement a construction waste management program for the building of Affiliated Engineers office in Madison. With the help of WasteCap Wisconsin, the project successfully recycled and reused 75% of its construction waste and achieved LEED certification.

After breaking ground in June 2006, Vogel Brothers began the process of adding another LEED certified building to its resume. The Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation office in Madison is being constructed with the help of fellow green supporters such as Eppstein Uhen Architects and Arnold & O’Sheridan. The organization champions innovative energy initiatives that that deliver short- and long-term economic and environmental benefits to consumers, businesses and policy makers and is working with Vogel Brothers to incorporate some of the values they teach into the construction of their new office.

George Vogel Jr. led the company for the first 40 years, handing it off to his son, David in 1969. Seeking to diversify, a branch operation opened in Lakeland, Florida in 1980. Now, Peter Vogel leads the Wisconsin division and Dan Vogel is president of the Florida division.

Vogel Brothers annually supports Madison’s Race for the Cure by providing a construction crew to build staging for the event. They also actively support United Way, Habitat for Humanity and WasteCap Wisconsin. David Vogel remains active as Chairman of the Board and received the Community Service Award from the Associated General Contractors of Wisconsin in 2004 and continues to supporting various charities and events throughout the community. To learn more about Vogel Brothers, visit www.vogelbldg.com.