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CAFR Events Archive
Interested in what CAFR has been up to? Can't remember the name of that great speaker? Looking for handout or presentation files?
Check out the CAFR events archive for all of that and more!
Events
CAFR organizes and supports annual events such as the Summit for Recycling, America Recycles Day, statewide poster contest, and CAFR annual meeting. The following is a list of additional events occurring throughout Colorado and the nation.
Webinar: Recycling, Composting and Gardening for Tribal Schools
February 8, 2012
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Online
Want to Start Recycling or Improve Recycling at your Tribal Schools? Want to learn more about composting and gardening for your schools?
SWANA's Thinking Outside the Blue Box: The Road to Zero Waste
February 8, 2012 - February 9, 2012
Austin
This event will provide the latest information on zero waste initiatives and practical advice on how your community can utilize these concepts in your municipal solid waste management plan.
Single Stream Recycling - Potential Solutions for Triple Mix Glass Management
February 13, 2012
11:30am - 12:45pm
Online
Learn how one of the largest recycled glass processors in North America is addressing increased glass residue in single stream processing.
New Recycling Regulations Hearing
February 21, 2012
10:00am
Denver
The Department of Public Health and Environment has submitted a draft proposed rule or amendment to an existing rule concerning: Solid Waste User Fee (SWUF) Amendments to Section 1.7.4
Air Quality Issues - Compliance Session
February 22, 2012
9:00am - 4:45pm
Denver
This session is intended for all interested parties who operate, own, or consult for solid waste facilities but in particular for the smaller operations.
Free Symposium for Front Range School District Professionals: Moving Your School Toward Zero Waste
February 22, 2012
Erie and Boulder
This symposium is designed to share best practices and lessons learned in Boulder County's recycling, composting and waste reduction projects.
Energy Forum and Expo
February 24, 2012
Grand Junction
The energy forum & expo will bring showcase the latest technology and the most visionary participants to discover how we might meet the energy needs of our children and grandchildren.
Green Schools National Conference
February 27, 2012 - February 29, 2012
Denver
A unique forum and opportunity for the national K-12 education community to meet, network, learn and share ideas around all aspects of greening our nation's schools.
Plastics Recycling Conference
March 20, 2012 - March 21, 2012
Atlanta
The only conferenec that caters exclusively to plastics recycling.
Sustainable Opportunities Summit
March 21, 2012
8:30am - 5:00pm
Denver
An opportunity to learn actionable next steps, best practices and strategies for implementing or enhancing sustainability with profitability in mind.
March 2012 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting
March 22, 2012
10:00am - 2:00pm
CAFR Board of Directors meetings are open to the public; members are encouraged to participate.
C&D World 2012 Exhibition and Conference
March 25, 2012 - March 27, 2012
Nashville
Providing the latest and most cutting-edge information about the recycling of concrete, asphalt, wood, drywall, metals, asphalt shingles, plastics and other materials in the C&D material stream.
Residential Recycling Conference
March 28, 2012 - March 30, 2012
Dallas
The RRC is the premier executive business and technology event that focuses solely on residential recycling.
CAFR Policy Committee Meeting
March 29, 2012
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Denver
The Policy Committee discusses, keeps track of, and pursues policy issues related to waste reduction and recycling.
Earth Hour 2012
March 31, 2012
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Turn off non-essential lights in your home, buildings, facilities and signage during Earth Hour 2012.
ISRI Convention and Exposition
April 15, 2012 - April 19, 2012
Las Vegas
Feature more than 40 general sessions, workshops and spotlights to keep you informed about market conditions, the global economy, the regulatory environment, and commodity-specific issues.
TEDxCSU "Growing Greener Generations"
April 23, 2012
Fort Collins
This event will create awareness of how to create a more sustainable future among students at Colorado State University.
Teaching OUTSIDE the Box 2012
April 27, 2012 - April 29, 2012
Loveland
An action-packed workshop that brings together the best in environmental education for a weekend of engaging presentations, networking, resource sharing, and more...
May 2012 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting
May 17, 2012
10:00am - 2:00pm
2012 Summit for Recycling
June 10, 2012 - June 12, 2012
Pueblo
A dynamic conference and exhibition that brings together the state's recycling professionals and individuals dedicated to the principles of recycling.
Sustainable Facilities Forum
June 20, 2012 - June 21, 2012
Peachtree City
Are you responsible for existing/new facilities management at your organization?
July 2012 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting
July 19, 2012
10:00am - 2:00pm
Wastecon 2012
August 14, 2012 - August 16, 2012
Washington
WASTECON brings together thousands of industry professionals for training courses, technical sessions and exhibits each year.
Resource Recycling Conference
August 28, 2012 - August 29, 2012
Austin
E-Scrap Conference
September 19, 2012 - September 20, 2012
Dallas
The premier e-scrap recycling conference of North America.
September 2012 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting
September 20, 2012
10:00am - 2:00pm
ReuseConex2012
October 18, 2012 - October 20, 2012
Portland
The one and only event that connects all facets of the nation's reuse sector.
November 2012 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting
November 16, 2012
10:00am - 2:00pm