Member Events

DEQ’s Materials Management Program will host a public meeting on January 26 from 1 - 3 p.m. to discuss recent progress in implementing the 2050 Vision and Framework for Action, and our plans for 2017 and beyond - including but not limited to implementation of Opportunity to Recycle changes.

A series of short presentations followed by discussion will provide an opportunity to share information, ask questions and discuss priorities.

As you may recall, Metro released its solid waste forecast in October 2016.  The forecast is used for many purposes, such as tonnage allocations, budgeting, planning and policy direction.  As an opportunity to learn more about the forecast, Metro staff will present and discuss the methodology, terms and concepts used to develop the most recent forecast.  This will be an opportunity for local governments, industry and the public to learn more about the process, the results and how Metro uses the forecast to make dec

BRING Home and Garden Tour

Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016

Date: Dec. 1, 2016 9am-3:30pm Pacific

Location: Water Resources Education Center (WREC), Vancouver, WA

Join WSRA and Social Marketing expert, Nancy Lee for a 2 day seminar on social marketing. The course is interactive and provides opportunities for participants to learn about social marketing and creating a marketing plan. Participants walk away not only with the knowledge but with a practical plan that they can then use in other areas of their work.

July 21, 2016
PDX Business Center
FREE ResourceFULL Use Workshop

What if Your Waste Stream Became Part of Your Revenue Stream?

Presenters: 

Please join Oregon DEQ for a project update and engagement session for the Reuse, Repair and Product Lifespan Extension project. At this meeting, participants will be asked to assess 11 options DEQ has identified as potential projects or activities that can reduce environmental impacts through extending the lifespan of products via repair or reuse, including support for Oregon’s repair and reuse industries.

On April 13, 2016, Metro staff will make a presentation to the Metro

What is Problem Solved?

This event brings together sustainability-minded individuals from organizations across Portland, with the goal of sharing challenges and advice on workplace sustainability efforts.

You’ll switch tables once, giving you the opportunity to share your unique challenges and gather input from two different groups of peers. Participants gain valuable insights, creative solutions and unique perspective from businesses across many sizes and sectors. Read past articles about Biggest challenges, Success stories and Top tips from your peers.

The registration and detailed information will be available in early August.