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Events Archive

Hope and Fear: Climate Change and the Meaning of Life

January 24, 2012
6:00pm
Steamboat Springs

CAFR Grant Writing Seminar

January 23, 2012
9:00am - 1:00pm
Denver

This three-hour grant-writing seminar will teach the basics of efficient and successful grant writing, including a quick review of writing skills, identifying needs, finding funding sources, finding your "hook," preparing a winning submittal, quantifying measurable results, and more.

Colorado Product Stewardship Council Meeting

January 19, 2012
10:00am - 11:30am

The Council works to integrate the principles of product stewardship into the policy and economic structures of Colorado's waste management system.

SMM Webinar: Food Recovery at Universities and Colleges

January 19, 2012
11:00am - 12:30pm
Online

Learn about EPA's Food Recovery Challenge (FRC) and success stories from our partners.

US Composting Council's 20th Annual Conference & Trade Show

January 17, 2012 - January 20, 2012
Austin

The Largest Conference & Exhibition in the World for the Composting, Wood Waste & Organics Recycling Industry

January 2012 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting and Tour of NREL

January 13, 2012
12:30pm
Golden

Webinar: Food Waste Composting - Does it add up?

January 9, 2012
11:30am - 12:45pm
Online

The bottom line more often than not dictates if a generator will decide to separate food discards.

Webinar: EPA Food Recovery Challenge

December 15, 2011
11:00am - 12:30pm
Online

Learn about EPA's Food Recovery Challenge (FRC)and success stories from our partners.

Party for a Purpose with the Colorado Citizens for Recycling

November 30, 2011
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Denver

Join us for drinks, music and prizes as we kick off our annual fundraising activities to promote recycling and diversion in the State of Colorado.

3rd Annual Recycled Art Show - Last Day!

November 20, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Canon City

See how art and inspiration can bring new life to "trash."

Pueblo Recycle Round-up

November 19, 2011
9:00am - 1:00pm
Pueblo

Pueblo City and County resident can drop off used tires, mattresses and plastic at this one-day event for FREE.

Save the Planet, Feed Your Neighbor

November 19, 2011
9:00am - 12:00pm
Fort Collins

A residential consumer electronics recycling event.

DeVry University Recycles

November 18, 2011
Westminster

Take the Pledge for America Recycles all day during our classes at DeVry University.

Eco-Cycle Sustainability Summit

November 18, 2011
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Boulder

A half-day event on what it means to be sustainable.

Colorado Sustainability Conference

November 17, 2011 - November 18, 2011
Colorado Springs

The goal of the conference is to raise awareness of sustainable best practices and to empower attendees to lead the way to positive change.

Free EPA Webinar: Creating Winning Recycling Programs at Sporting Events

November 17, 2011
11:00am - 12:30pm
Online

Part of the 2010-2011 Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Web Academy

Rocky Mountain Organics Council Meeting

November 16, 2011
11:00am
Platteville

We focus on the production of quality organic products, developing markets for those products and educating our customers in their proper use and application.

Recycle Awareness

November 15, 2011
2:00pm
Denver

A recycling awareness event with information on what's recyclable and where the recycling bins are on campus.

America Recycles Day Open House

November 15, 2011
9:00am - 12:00pm
Colorado Springs

Please join us for a tour of Blue Star Recyclers. Learn about our mission and see what recycling can do to change lives and benefit the environment.

Bio Pappel International Tour

November 15, 2011
9:00am - 1:00pm
Colorado Springs

Learn about our new location in Colorado Springs and what we do for the environment. Bring your cardboard and paper that day and any day to get cash on the spot.

Parkview Medical Center's 1st Annual National Recycling Day Celebration

November 15, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Pueblo

To celebrate Parkview's progress in going Green and recycling.

Glendale Recycles

November 15, 2011
7:00am - 5:00pm
Glendale

A recycling collection event.

Ecotech Institute Recycles with America: Community Collection Event

November 15, 2011
8:00am - 5:00pm
Aurora

A recycling collection event.

Rule/Amendment Hearing: Waste Grease Regulations, Hazardous Waste Fees, and Section 13.2.5(c)

November 15, 2011
10:00am
Denver

The Department of Public Health and Environment has submitted a draft proposed rule or amendment to an existing rule.

Boulder County Recycling Center Open House

November 15, 2011
8:30am - 4:30pm
Boulder

Come tour the Boulder County recycling center and see how it all works!

UCCS Recycles Day

November 15, 2011
11:00am - 2:00pm
Colorado Springs

Help build a sculpture out of coffee cups.

Recycle Depot Celebrates America Recycles Day

November 15, 2011
11:00am - 2:00pm
Colorado Springs

Recycle your electronics.

Aurora Recycles

November 15, 2011
8:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora

Recycle your waste batteries and mercury containing devices.

America Recycles Day in Broomfield

November 15, 2011
9:00am - 12:00pm
Broomfield

Learn about the Broomfield Recycling Center and Broomfield's recycling programs for residents.

Altogether Recycling Plant Unveiling

November 15, 2011
9:00am - 5:00pm
Denver

Alpine Waste & Recycling will celebrate America Recycles Day by throwing open the doors to its newly expanded recycling plant and providing public tours.

The Environmental Management Systems of E-Scrap Recyclers - What is it, what do I look for?

November 14, 2011
11:30am - 12:45pm

This Webinar is intended to provide an overview of the dominant E-Scrap Recycling Standards and underlying Environmental Management Systems (EMS) in use today.

America Recycles Day Celebration

November 12, 2011
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Pueblo

An education/awareness and collection event.

Custer County Waste Minimization and Recycling Facility Open House

November 12, 2011
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Westcliffe

Recycling facility open house and community dialogue.

3rd Annual UAR Recycled Art Show

November 12, 2011
10:00am - 12:00pm
Canon City

Artists from all over Colorado come together to show how art and inspiration can bring new life to "trash."

Larimer County Recycling Education

November 9, 2011 - November 18, 2011
Larimer County

Information tables will be set up throughout Larimer County offices.

Canadian Waste & Recycling Expo

November 9, 2011 - November 10, 2011
Montreal

Free expo hall admission. Check out the latest innovations in waste and recycling.

November 2011 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting and Tour of Metech Recycling

November 4, 2011
9:30am - 2:30pm
Denver - CAFRBoardMinutes110411.pdf

Learn About the State Electronics Challenge

November 3, 2011
1:00pm

This Webinar is an opportunity to learn how to decrease the environmental footprint of your computer equipment through participation in the State Electronics Challenge.

The ABCs of EPR and OCRRA - Recycling Efforts Unique to Municipalities

November 2, 2011
9:00am

Learn about EPR and recycling efforts specific to municipalities.

USAgain America Recycles Day Contest for Schools

November 1, 2011 - November 30, 2011

Collect the most textiles and clothing per student and win cash prizes.

A Potential Solution: Plentitude

November 1, 2011
9:30am PST
Online

Focuses on helping regulators and environmental management experts gain better understanding of individuals' and organizations' consumption patterns and motivations.

2nd Annual GreenGov Symposium

October 31, 2011 - November 2, 2011
Washington

The 2011 GreenGov Symposium will help agencies deliver on President's Obama's commitment to save money and reduce waste by increasing energy efficiency and reducing harmful pollution through sustainable practices in government operations.

Renewable Energy from Organics Recycling Conference

October 31, 2011 - November 2, 2011
Madison

This 11th Annual Conference is organized by BioCycle magazine.

High Country Recycling Volunteer Recognition

October 29, 2011
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Westcliffe

An invitation-only event.

DEA National Pharmaceutical Take-Back Day

October 29, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm

Turn in your unused or expired household prescription/over-the-counter medication for safe disposal.

Asphalt Shingle Recycling Forum

October 27, 2011 - October 28, 2011
Dallas

The latest technical information on the use of recycled shingles.

New to You: A Webinar on the Environmental, Economic, and Social Benefits of Reuse

October 20, 2011
12:00pm - 1:45pm

This webinar will explore how consumers can get the most useful life out of existing products, and how some products can be repurposed to keep them out of the waste stream even longer.

ReuseConex2011

October 20, 2011 - October 22, 2010

The one and only event that connects all facets of the nation's reuse sector.

Free EPA Webinar: Community Recycling Programs - What's Working, What's Not

October 20, 2011
11:00am - 12:30pm
Online

Part of the 2010-2011 Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Web Academy

CAFR Annual Meeting

October 19, 2011
9:00am - 2:00pm
Morrison

A networking meeting for association members to learn about what others are doing around the state and includes an annual update of the program, services, and state of CAFR.

Colorado Nonprofit Association's Fall Conference

October 10, 2011 - October 11, 2011
Denver

Expert presenters will offer a huge selection of breakout sessions, featuring innovative new ideas and practical strategies you can put to work in your organization.

Webinar: The Importance of Third Party Certification: Don't Get Greenwashed!

October 10, 2011
11:30am - 12:45pm

Learn how an independent review of a claim is critical to credibility in today's marketplace.

AASHE 2011 Conference & Expo

October 9, 2011 - October 12, 2011
Pittsburgh

Join North America's largest campus sustainability conference

So long to Summer Soiree

October 6, 2011
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Lakewood

Benefitting Community-Based Pollution Prevention & Regional Recycling Foundation.

E-Scrap Conference

October 5, 2011 - October 6, 2011
Orlando

Resource Recycling, Inc., invites you to attend the premier e-scrap recycling conference of North America

Greenbuild 2011 Conference & Expo

October 4, 2011 - October 7, 2011
Toronto

This year's event will include LEED workshops, green building tours, concurrent educational sessions and sector-specific summits including Green Jobs and Affordable Housing.

Webinar: Life Cycle Assessment and Packaging Design

October 4, 2011
12:00pm EDT

The IEM Lecture Series brings speakers from companies and organizations to the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies to discuss the relationship between business and the environment.

Public Attitude and Influencing Behavior Change

October 4, 2011
9:30am PST
Online

Focuses on helping regulators and environmental management experts gain better understanding of individuals' and organizations' consumption patterns and motivations.

EDS Waste Solutions Open House

September 28, 2011
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Evergreen

Please join us for an Open House to visit and tour our remodeled Transfer Station and Recycle Center in Evergreen.

2011 Household Hazardous Waste & Small Quantity Generator Conference

September 26, 2011 - September 30, 2011
Portland

Organized by the North American Hazardous Materials Management Associaiton.

Recycle Car Seats at the Healthy Baby Fair

September 24, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Colorado Springs

In partnership with Kohl's and Bestway Disposal, Memorial is providing a way for parents to drop off old car seats, free of charge, to be dismantled and properly recycled.

Evergreen's Fall Clean-Up Festival

September 24, 2011
9:00am - 3:00pm
Evergreen - FallCleanup2011_p9_small.pdf

Recycle your electronics, tires, #6 styrofoam blocks, scrap metal, and paint and shred your documents.

CURC Game Day Waste Reduction Webinar

September 22, 2011
11:30am - 1:00pm

The webinar will highlight successful waste minimization efforts in college athletics and provide the tools for launching similar programs where they don't yet exist.

USCC Webinar: Preserving and Promoting Bans on Landfilling Yard Trimmings

September 22, 2011
12:00pm - 1:30pm

This webinar will explore some of the history of yard debris bans, where have they worked and where not, why they have come under attack and how we can refute the arguments for repeal.

International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP) Conference 2011

September 21, 2011 - September 23, 2011
Portland

This event will focus on generating knowledge and solutions to help practitioners speed the adoption of sustainability within organizations.

Rural Recycling Case Studies Webinar

September 15, 2011
1:00pm - 2:00pm

This session will feature expert presentations and discussion of on-the-ground programs that are pushing the envelope.

Free EPA Webinar: Green Chemistry

September 15, 2011
11:00am - 12:30pm
Online

Part of the 2010-2011 Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Web Academy

CAFR Grant Writing Seminar

September 15, 2011
9:00am - 12:30pm
Denver

This 3-hour workshop will teach the basics of grant writing, including a quick review of writing skills, identifying needs, finding funding sources, preparing a winning submittal, quantifying measurable results, and more.

Webinar: Canadian Approaches to EPR

September 13, 2011
12:00pm EDT

The IEM Lecture Series brings speakers from companies and organizations to the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies to discuss the relationship between business and the environment.

September 2011 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

September 9, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Pueblo - CAFRBoardMinutes0909111.pdf

Webinar: Counting Consumption - Measuring the Impacts of What We Consume (Part 2)

September 6, 2011
9:30am PST
Online

Focuses on helping regulators and environmental management experts gain better understanding of individuals' and organizations' consumption patterns and motivations.

Environmental Leadership Program Video Contest Deadline

August 31, 2011

Seeking videos highlighting outstanding contributions companies have made to improve the environment.

WASTECON

August 23, 2011 - August 25, 2011
Nashville

Don't miss the year's premier event featuring industry leading speakers, training, and manufacturers and service providers.

Free EPA Webinar: Climate Materials and Your Community

August 18, 2011
11:00am - 12:30pm
Online

Part of the 2010-2011 Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Web Academy

AREDAY - America Renewable Energy Day

August 18, 2011 - August 21, 2011
Aspen

Cross-sector dialogue with world leading renewable energy and clean technology experts.

2011 Resource Recycling Conference

August 17, 2011 - August 18, 2011
Indianapolis

Resource Recycling, Inc., publisher of Resource Recycling magazine, invites you to attend the second annual Resource Recycling Conference.

CAFR Summit Planning Committee Meeting

August 11, 2011
9:00am - 11:00am
Denver

This is the first planning meeting for the 2012 Summit for Recycling.

Webinar: Consumption and Well Being - Social Motivating Factors for Supporting Environmental Health

August 2, 2011
9:30am PST
Online

Focuses on helping regulators and environmental management experts gain better understanding of individuals' and organizations' consumption patterns and motivations.

Webinar: Product Stewardship Strategies for Local Governments Conference

July 22, 2011
8:30am PST - 4:30pm PST
Online

The day-long webinar will feature presentations by experts with hands-on experience in developing and managing product stewardship programs at the local government level.

Free EPA Webinar: Single Stream Recycling

July 21, 2011
11:00am - 12:30pm
Online

This webinar will have three experts in single stream recycling discuss in a debate-style format the pros and cons of this recycling system and offer tips on how to run an effective program.

Electronic Waste Reuse, Recycling and Policy Webinar

July 19, 2011
8:00am - 9:30am
Online

This webinar will explore how consumers and municipalities alike can get the highest and best use possible out of electronic waste.

July 2011 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

July 8, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Golden - CAFRBoardMinutes070811.pdf

Sustainable Systems at Work Discussion Course

July 6, 2011 - June 6, 2011
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Denver

An informative and engaging sustainability discussion course focused on creating more sustainable workplaces.

Free Webinar on Electronics Stewardship in Government and Tribal Agencies

June 16, 2011
1:00pm

A free one-hour Webinar about The State Electronics Challenge (SEC)

Summit for Recycling

June 5, 2011 - June 7, 2011
Breckenridge

The Summit is the premier recycling event in Colorado--one that you should not miss.

June 2011 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

June 5, 2011
11:00am - 1:00pm
Breckenridge - CAFRBoardMinutes060511.pdf

2011 Teen Political Summit

June 3, 2011
9:00am - 12:00pm
Aurora

A civic engagement leadership summit for students, teachers, community members, policy makers, business leaders and nonprofits.

Web Seminar on New Model Bale Specifications

June 2, 2011
12:00pm - 1:30pm

Join this session to discuss expanding domestic markets for rigid plastics

STOP (Science & Technology against Ocean Plastics) LIVE Conference

June 1, 2011 - June 2, 2011
Los Angeles

Educate, Inform and Influence - More than 250 million tonnes of plastic will be manufactured globally in 2011. Much of this will end up in the place downstream from everywhere - our oceans

Join CAFR at Infinity Park for Rugby!

May 31, 2011
6:00pm
Glendale

Infinity Park and the Glendale Raptors has offered CAFR complimentary tickets to the Scotland vs. Raptors match.

Stakeholder Meeting for Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities

May 24, 2011
10:00am - 12:00pm
Denver

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Hazardous materials and Waste Management Division is in the process of revising Section 8 (Recycling) of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities 6 CCR 1007-2.

National Standards for Certification of Training Programs and Professionals Webinar

May 19, 2011
11:00am - 12:00pm
Online

This webinar will address the latest thinking on issues being considered in relation to developing national standards. Stakeholder input continues to define this project and is welcome.

Decon 11 Conference

May 15, 2011 - May 19, 2011
New Haven

The conference on deconstruction, building materials reuse, and construction and demolition debris (C&D) recycling.

The World of Coal Ash 2011

May 9, 2011 - May 12, 2011
Denver

This conference focuses on the science, applications and sustainability of coal ash worldwide and encompasses all aspects of coal combustion products as well as gasification products.

Waste Expo

May 9, 2011 - May 11, 2011
Dallas

Now entering its 43rd year, WasteExpo is North America's largest solid waste and recycling tradeshow serving both the private and public sectors

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

April 30, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm

An opportunity for those who have accumulated unwanted, unused prescription drugs, to safely dispose of them.

Teaching Outside the Box 2011

April 29, 2011 - May 1, 2011
Boulder

Colorado's conference on environmental education

Colorado's Fiscal Challenges

April 29, 2011
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Denver

Come discuss Colorado's revenue challenges and participate in a strategy session on how nonprofits can use effective civic engagement strategies to contribute to this effort.

Stakeholder Meeting for Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities

April 26, 2011
10:00am - 12:00pm
Denver

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Hazardous materials and Waste Management Division is in the process of revising Section 8 (Recycling) of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities 6 CCR 1007-2.

Larimer County Garbage Garage Open House

April 23, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Fort Collins

Who says learning about trash isn't fun? Not visitors to the Garbage Garage, Larimer County's waste and recycling education center.

Bag It! Plastic Bag and Recycling Forum

April 23, 2011
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Cortez

Recycling Round-Up: Brush Electronics Collection Event

April 23, 2011
9:00am - 2:00pm
Brush

Earth Day at DIA

April 22, 2011
7:00am - 7:00pm
Denver

Travelers at Denver International Airport (DIA) will have the opportunity to speak to the airport's environmental professionals, play games, and win prizes at Earth Day information tables displayed in the concourses.

Rolling Out Public Recycling in Colorado Springs

April 22, 2011
10:00am - 10:00am
Colorado Springs

The City of Colorado Springs, in partnership with Greener Corners, will launch our public space recycling program with a celebration event on Earth Day

E-waste Event

April 22, 2011 - April 23, 2011
Cortez

Methamphetamine Waste Awareness and Special Waste Management

April 19, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Denver

Informational session for waste owners, transporters and operators on the recognition of methamphetamine wastes and related manufacture paraphernalia

Support Carbon Offset & Clean Energy Projects in Colorado during Earth Week

April 18, 2011 - April 24, 2011

Raise funds for carbon offset and clean energy projects that reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, while supporting jobs in Colorado.

Energy Hog Refrigerator Turn In

April 18, 2011 - April 23, 2011
8:00am - 3:00pm
Cortez

2011 Recycling Awards Nominations Deadline

April 13, 2011

BioCycle Global 2011

April 11, 2011 - April 14, 2011
San Diego

The International Conference on Composting, Renewable Energy and Organics Recycling

Sustainable Opportunties Summit

April 11, 2011 - April 12, 2011
Denver

Now in its sixth year, the Summit is the oldest and largest business sustainability conference in the Rocky Mountain region.

National Environmental Education Week

April 10, 2011 - April 16, 2011
Nationwide

Join a national network of educators and organizations dedicated to increasing the environmental literacy of K-12 students.

2011 ISRI Convention and Exposition

April 5, 2011 - April 9, 2011
Los Angeles

Join some 5,000 scrap recycling industry professionals

2011 Denver Mayoral Sustainability Forum

April 5, 2011
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Denver

Free and open to the public

Stakeholder Perspectives on Product Stewardship: Paint, Electronics and Packaging

April 5, 2011

This webinar will provide an overview of the way that EPR programs for paint and electronics have evolved in this country, highlighting national multi-stakeholder negotiations and developments pertinent to each of these product categories.

Smart and Sustainable Campuses Conference

April 3, 2011 - April 5, 2011
College Park

A comprehensive symposium that features sessions and workshops on smart growth and sustainable practices that serve the economy, the community, and the environment.

Scavenger Hunt at Loveland Ski Area

April 2, 2011
9:00am - 5:00pm

Join the Alliance for Sustainable Colorado and New Belgium Brewing for a day of Skiing, Riding and Scavenger Hunting

March 2011 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

April 1, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Boulder - CAFRBoardMinutes040111.pdf

Stakeholder Meeting for Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities

March 29, 2011
10:00am - 12:00pm
Denver

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Hazardous materials and Waste Management Division is in the process of revising Section 8 (Recycling) of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities 6 CCR 1007-2.

Residential Recycling Conference

March 29, 2011 - March 31, 2011
Nashville

The premier executive business and technology event that focuses solely on residential recycling

Free Webinar: Decrease the Environmental Footprint of your Computer Equipment

March 24, 2011
12:0pm MST

Learn how to decrease the environmental footprint of your computer equipment through participation in the State Electronics Challenge. The Challenge is a free program that provides support to state, tribal, regional, and local governments for lifecycle stewardship of computer equipment.

Fiscal Education Network Webinar: Simulate Managing the State Budget with Backseatbudget.com

March 23, 2011
2:00pm - 3:30pm

These webinars will walk you through using www.backseatbudgeter.com. This tool is a service of Engaged Public to help members of the public experience managing the state budget.

Colorado Conservation Community's Annual Legislative Reception

March 16, 2011
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Denver

Join representatives from the conservation community and colleagues in the state legislature and state agencies for cocktails and conversation.

Fiscal Education Network Webinar: Simulate Managing the State Budget with Backseatbudget.com

March 16, 2011
9:00am - 10:30am

These webinars will walk you through using www.backseatbudgeter.com. This tool is a service of Engaged Public to help members of the public experience managing the state budget.

Free Webinar: Reduce Operational Costs in Waste Collectionand Container Services with RFID

March 2, 2011
12:00pm - 1:00pm

RFID is an automated data collection technology that governments and private waste haulers alike are using

Plastics Recycling 2011 Conference

March 1, 2011 - March 2, 2011
New Orleans

Resource Recycling, Inc., publisher of Plastics Recycling Update and Resource Recycling, invites you to attend the premier plastics recycling conference of North America.

Stakeholder Meeting for Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities

February 22, 2011
10:00am - 12:00pm
Denver

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Hazardous materials and Waste Management Division is in the process of revising Section 8 (Recycling) of the Regulations Pertaining to Solid Waste Sites and Facilities 6 CCR 1007-2.

Boulder International Film Festival featured film "Bag It"

February 19, 2011
Boulder

Filmed in Colorado, this film follows one man's exploration of the accumulation of plastic in our disposable culture.

Boulder International Film Festival featured film "Waste Land"

February 18, 2011
Boulder

This film is about Brazilian artist Vic Munoz and his record-breaking recyclable exhibit of waste pickers in the landfills of Rio de Janeiro.

Rocky Mountain Sustainability Summit

February 17, 2011 - February 18, 2011

The conference is geared to students, faculty, and staff at higher education institutions, as well as business people, non-profit workers, and government employees throughout the Rocky Mountain region.

Free Webinar: Introduction the State Electronics Challenge

February 17, 2011
12:00pm - 1:00pm

an opportunity to learn how to decrease the environmental footprint of your computer equipment through participation in the State Electronics Challenge.

Free EPA Webinar: Creative Waste Reduction and Reuse

February 17, 2011

Creative reuse, an increasingly popular trend, moves beyond the usual examples of reusing milk or soda bottles to more unconventional reuse. Join us to hear about some of the most innovative examples of creative reuse from experts in the field and how you can apply these creative techniques to help make reuse more widespread.

Thinking Outside the Blue Box Conference 2011

February 16, 2011 - February 17, 2011
Los Angeles

Featuring a variety of zero waste experts and case studies, this two-day 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.

7th annual Sustainable Business Legislative Briefing

February 2, 2011
7:45am - 9:00am
Denver

Creating a Sustainable Path to Profitability: Turning Risks into Rewards

Consumption and the Environment Webinar

February 1, 2011
9:30am PST

These webinars are free and open to everyone. Join us as we explore the connection between climate change and waste prevention, recycling, composting, materials management, disposal.

January 2011 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

January 21, 2011
10:00am - 2:00pm
Denver - CAFRBoardMinutes012111.pdf

November 2010 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

November 19, 2010
10:00am - 2:00pm
Denver - CAFRBoardMinutes111910.pdf

September 2010 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

September 17, 2010
10:00am - 2:00pm
Boulder - CAFRBoardMinutes091710.pdf

July 2010 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

July 16, 2010
10:00am - 2:00pm
Winter Park - CAFRBoardMinutes071610.pdf

June 2010 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

June 6, 2010
10:30am - 2:00pm
Steamboat Springs - CAFRBoardMinutes060610.pdf

March 2010 CAFR Board of Directors Meeting

March 19, 2010
10:00am - 2:00pm
Denver - CAFRBoardMinutes031910.pdf

2010 Board Retreat

February 12, 2010 - February 13, 2010
Golden