2008 Colorado Summit for Recycling
May 18-20
St. Regis Resort
Aspen, CO
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Download the event brochure Offset the carbon impact of your trip to Aspen.
Visit the City of Aspen's Web site to find out how your donation will support renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in the Roaring Fork Valley. The City of Aspen also offers a Green Guide of environmentally conscious businesses for dining, shopping, etc. No need to drive between Denver and Aspen.Skip the driving hassles and spend your trip resting up for the Summit! Amtrak is a great option for those who want a scenic tour as part of their trip to Aspen. Relax in a comfortable seat and enjoy unique Colorado views. Visit www.amtrak.com or call 800-USA-RAIL for schedules and rates. Greyhound operates service between Denver and Glenwood Springs. You can then ride RFTA, the region's local bus service, to reach Aspen. Visit www.greyhound.com or call 800-231-2222 for details. Colorado Mountain Express provides van and private car service between Denver International Airport and Aspen. Visit www.cmex.com or call 800-525-6363 for more information. |
The Colorado Association for Recycling’s annual recycling Summit, in its 19th year, is the premier event in Colorado for recycling and waste diversion activities. The Summit is complete with workshops, panel discussions, a variety of presenters, two-day exhibit hall, site tours, recycling awards, silent auction, and fun evening networking events. It is a dynamic conference and exhibition that brings together the state's recycling professionals including recycling and waste processors, manufacturers, government agencies, non-profit organizations, academic institutions, trade associations, consultants, and individuals dedicated to the principles of recycling. Thanks to our sponsors for their generous support.
Recycling & Climate Change: Strategies to Reduce Adverse Impacts
This year's Summit will highlight climate change and the role recycling plays in reducing green house gas emissions.
Monday, May 19
Keynote Speaker
Auden Schendler, the Aspen Skiing Company
“Trench Warfare, Not Surgery: Implementing Sustainability in the Real World”
Concurrent Tours
- Pitkin County Solid Waste Center
- Doerr Hosier Conference Center, a Gold-certified LEED Green Building
Workshop Topics
- Electronics Recycling
- Organics Recycling
- Choosing the Right Waste Diversion System for Your Community
Tuesday, May 20
Keynote Speaker
David Allaway, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
"Recycling and Climate Change ... It's the Economy, Stupid!"
Session Topics
- Climate Change 101
- Industrial Materials Recycling
- Greening Your Events
- Cooperative Marketing
- Construction and Demolition
- Business Recycling 101
- Policy Update
Lodging at the St. Regis Resort
CAFR has secured a conference rate of $145 per room per night for three days prior to and after the conference at the St. Regis Resort. Make your reservations by April 28. Call 1-888-454-9005 or 970-920-3300 and ask for reservations, reference the Colorado Association for Recycling to receive the conference rate. Visit the St. Regis Resort Web site for more information about the hotel and conference center.
