LATEST RECYCLING RESULTS
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WasteCap Resource Solutions and its clients have diverted 278,155 tons of construction and demolition waste from landfills, which is 98.4 pounds per person in Wisconsin. An equivalent of 132,223 trees has been saved by recycling wood and cardboard. WasteCap Resource Solutions’ construction and demolition projects are currently achieving an average 75.2% recycling rate.
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Construction & Demolition Recycling Training & Accreditation
Become an Accredited Professional in Construction Waste Recycling through WasteCap’s full-day training. This program will teach you how to meet LEED criteria for construction waste management and run a successful, cost-effective recycling program, and is eligible for 7.5 GBCI CE Hours for LEED Accredited Professionals.
UPCOMING COURSES
TIME: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., includes lunch
COST: $325 for WasteCap members, $475 for non-members
REGISTER: Online or by phone at (414) 961-1100
For more information please visit: www.wastecap.org/services/training-registration/ or call (414) 961-1100.
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WasteCap Webinar Series 2010
UPCOMING WEBINARS
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 – 11 a.m. CST
Emerging Recycling Markets for C&D Materials – Part I
Sponsored by L&W Supply
Ceiling tiles. Carpet. Drywall. Not long ago these materials from construction or demolition sites would go straight to the landfill. Now, however, there are emerging markets for these materials. Get on the forefront of these new market trends by attending this webinar. Speakers will share information on how you can access these emerging recycling markets for your upcoming job.
Speakers:
Drywall Recycling: Todd Morawski & Phil Sternig, L&W Supply, Drywall Recycling Program
Carpet Recycling: Cecelia Valentine, Lippert Group, LLC, Lippert Carpet Recycling Program
Ceiling Tile Recycling: Steve Bessert, VerHalen, representing Armstrong Ceiling Tile Recycling Program along with Andy Lake of Armstrong World Industries
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 – 11 a.m. CST
Emerging Recycling Markets for C&D Materials – Part II
There's so much to talk about in new and emerging markets, we had to create a second webinar! Even more markets, even more speakers in this second installment of Emerging Markets webinar.
Speakers:
Plastics Recycling: JR Oliver, Action Recyclers, LLC
MRF: Christine Krosnicki, Waste Management
Reuse: Megan Thiel, Fox Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Reuse: Megan Thiel, Fox Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13 – 11 a.m. CST
Techniques for Reducing Commercial Organics Waste
Co-Hosted by AROW
WasteCap is partnering with AROW to host a webinar on organics recycling. This webinar will explore three different techniques for approaching food waste recycling, particularly from a commercial perspective.
Michael Keleman of InSinkErator will discuss the use of anaerobic food digesters as a viable option for food waste diversion from landfills. Discarding food waste in a disposer for transportation to a wastewater treatment facility is one option for keeping food scraps out of landfills. Michael will discuss how this technique is being expanded for commercial use, and share a pilot study that was done with Outpost Natural Foods grocery stores to divert its food scraps from solid waste landfill disposal.
Heidi Ringhofer of Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD) will speak about the source separated organics material composting programs that WLSSD has implemented. After passing a Solid Waste Ordinance in September 2006, WLSSD now approaches waste management with goals of resource recovery and pollution prevention. Heidi will discuss the innovative approach WLSSD is taking to help both residential and business customers reduce the amount of food waste they produce and send to landfills.
Dean Stewart of Sanimax will talk about the viability of organic waste collection programs. Sanimax is collecting organic waste such as outdated fruits, vegetables and bakery items, and diverting them from landfill by bringing them to commercial composting sites and bio-digestion operations. Dean will share a case study of the food scraps Sanimax is now collecting from Wal-Marts across Wisconsin and Minnesota and how it fits in its model of reclaim, renew and return.
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Newsmakers of the Year Awards
WasteCap is pleased to announce that it will again partner with The Daily Reporter as the Green Sponsor of the 2010 Newsmakers of the Year Awards. The annual awards event honors a variety of outstanding individuals from the Wisconsin construction industry. Winners will be recognized during the Newsmakers of the Year dinner and awards ceremony on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at the Country Springs Hotel in Pewaukee.
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WasteCapTRACE
WasteCapTRACE is available for subscription at www.wastecaptrace.org. WasteCapTRACE is WasteCap’s online recycling tracking application for documenting ongoing construction and demolition debris recycling. Interested in learning more? View the newest online demonstration of WasteCapTRACE on our YouTube page.
WASTECAP MEMBERS
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Welcome to these new and returning members!
JJ Magee LLC
Babbidge Facilities Construction Company, Inc.
Dane County Dept. of Public Works
Action Recyclers
Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity ReStore
WasteCap is always on the lookout for new members. If you organization is not currently a member, please consider becoming a member this summer. A membership with WasteCap means that for an entire year, everyone in your organization is eligible for exclusive member benefits, including discounted pricing on training and access to leading information in the waste reduction industry. In return, the support of members makes it possible for WasteCap to continue its work in waste reduction.
RECYCLING NEWS
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WasteCap is Seeking Marketing Specialist
SUMMARY
The Marketing Specialist plans events, manages and implements membership and communications, and promotes events, services, and the work of WasteCap and its members and partners.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, promote and organize logistics and timetable for events, including trainings, webinars and awards. Evaluate, assess, and modify events as needed.
- Manage and coordinate membership program
- Maintain and improve online systems used to communicate with clients and volunteers
- Maintain and enhance WasteCap’s public image through presentations, public relations efforts and partnerships.
- Design, evaluate and update promotional, educational, and informational materials.
- Promote and market WasteCapTRACE, WasteCap’s Construction Waste Management services and other services.
- Communicate with partners, volunteers, clients, committees, and the Board on WasteCap’s progress.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent written and oral communication skills (comfortable cold calling)
- Experience in event planning
- Background in membership management, public speaking, dealing with media, placing publications, issuing press releases, maintaining media contact, solid waste issues preferred
- Interest in environmental advocacy
- Ability to organize work to establish and meet deadlines
- Excellent computer skills including proficiency with word processing, email, database, and website management
- Familiar with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, WordPress, and GoToWebinar helpful
- Ability to troubleshoot computer and office equipment problems
- Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands, solve problems, contribute to and work as part of a team, and do “whatever it takes” to get the job done
- Must possess and maintain a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record
TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to:
Joe Liebau, Jr., Business Manager
WasteCap Resource Solutions, Inc.
131 W. Seeboth Street, Suite 220
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 961-1100 fax: (414) 961-1105
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Upcoming Events
WGBA’s sustainability & energy Efficiency Leadership Conference
The SE2 conference will take place on September 22, 2010 at the Olympia Resort in Oconomowoc, WI. Keynote speakers include Rob Watson of EcoTech International and Mary Tod Winchester of Chesapeake Bay Foundation. More Info
Registration includes:
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Free September 21 Kickoff event with local food, beer, and Exhibit Hall opening
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Terrific keynote speakers, and breakout sessions
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Continuing Education hours for GBCI and AIA
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Locally sourced breakfast, lunch, and snacks
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Tour of Quad Graphics via hybrid bus
And don’t forget to visit WasteCap at our booth!
USGBC’s Greenbuild International Conference & Expo
Greenbuild will be in Chicago this year from November 17 through November 19. The schedule is announced and registration is open. More Info
BMRA’s Decon ’11 Conference
The Building Materials Reuse Association (BMRA) has announced that its bi-annual international conference on deconstruction and reuse will take place in New Haven, CT in May 2011. Check the BMRA website for conference announcements. More Info
NEWCMG/WCSWMA FALL CONFERENCE
The Northeast Wisconsin Cooperative Marketing Group and WCSWMA are sponsoring the 14th Annual Conference on Comprehensive Waste Management Solutions on September 29 and 30 in Waupaca, WI. Sessions are designed for interaction between participants and presenters, with facilitators to help provoke discussion. For questions or to register, contact Manitowoc County at (920) 683-5031.
WEBINAR: Using the Electronics Environment Benefits Calculator to Measure Greener Electronics MAnagement
The US EPA is presenting an informational webinar to show how you can measure greener electronics use on Tuesday, September 24 at 2:00 p.m. CDT. The webinar will highlight how EPA’s Electronics Environmental Benefits Calculator (EEBC) can be used to calculate greener electronics purchasing, use and end of life management benefits. To register, visit: www1.gotomeeting.com/register/290974601.
