This free webinar is co-sponsored by the Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association (NEWMOA), the Northeast Recycling Council (NERC), and the West Coast Climate and Materials Management Forum (WCCMMF).

EPR proposals for managing used gas cylinders are emerging in the U.S. This webinar will cover the growing issue of discarded gas cylinders, why EPR can be a solution, a recent report on this topic, and how Canadian EPR programs work.

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There are many opportunities for commercial and institutional generators to reduce their food waste. This webinar will feature information on available tools and strategies for these generators. The presenters will share case studies highlighting effective approaches as well as lessons they have learned.

Think you know your waste stream?  Or what’s been causing more contamination?  Strong interest in a December 2021 National ZW Conference session indicated a more in-depth webinar on these topics were warranted.  This webinar drills down into recent shifts in waste characterization, and successful strategies for addressing contamination. 

The National Recycling Coalition will highlight the results of research it has been conducting on the availability of Federal funding for waste reduction, reuse, recycling and composting. This webinar will include Requests for Proposals (RFPs) currently underway at the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Economic Development Administration. It will also provide an update on when regulations and RFPs to implement the new Infrastructure funding adopted by Congress will be available.

Just as with traditional recyclables, closing the loop is essential for successful organics management. The loop is closed with the productive use of finished compost.  This webinar, jointly hosted by NERC and NEWMOA, will discuss end market applications and examples from organizations that compost food and other organics.  

The March 21 Training is about Engaging with Diverse Communities. Through storytelling, sharing of case studies, and small group discussions, the Training focuses on lessons learned to effectively conduct outreach and build lasting connections in underrepresented communities.  Some of the concepts to be covered include understanding the cultures, trust levels and values of the communities in which you work; building equitable sustainability programs; and empowering community members to become part of the programs offered.

The Foodservice Packaging Institute (FPI) will host an hour-long webinar on March 3, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET. The webinar will focus on the increasing acceptance of paper cups as seen from the perspectives of industry representatives along the value chain.