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January
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19 - 21 |
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10th International Electronics Recycling Congress IERC |
Salzburg, Austria |
| Event Website: ICM |
Event Type: Conference |
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Over 450 experts from industry, authorities and academia will discuss and present the newest information and challenges of the WEEE recycling business.
The program includes sessions and parallel sessions on:
- Contributions for sustainability
- Cradle to cradle
- How to stop illegal export
- War of raw materials
- Best available technologies for dismantling, sorting and recycling
- Worldwide reports of recycling business
- Quality standards – how to check & monitor
- Recycling standards – chance or pain?
- Harmonization of recycling standards
- Panel Discussion I: “How to stop illegal export!”
- Panel Discussion II: “Where will recycling take place in 2020?”
A large exhibition area is integrated into the conference facilities, where vendors meet their clients. Cocktail receptions and a networking dinner create an excellent atmosphere to get in touch with business partners, friends and competitors.
The congress is also offering plant tours to:
- EAR and TRG: An electronics recycling facility and a sorting plant of beverage cartons and polymers
- Montanwerke Brixlegg: A copper smelter
- UFH RE-cycling and MBA Polymers: A fridge recycling plant and a plastic recycling plant
How much: EURO 1,390 if booked before 30 Nov 2010
Download the brochure; Download the registration form
20 - 21 |
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China International Sustainable Packaging Summit |
Beijing, China |
| Event Website: CareBiz |
Event Type: Conference |
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An analysis on Polices & Regulations, Market Status and Prospects, Sustainable Packaging & Technologies.
- Explanation of relevant policies and updated regulations on packaging by speeches from competent authorities
- Thorough understanding of Chinese packaging market and feasibility of sustainable packaging development
- Unique perspectives on sustainable packaging from end-users’ side to know their needs and the industry trend.
- Real-life case study through the whole industry chain to share with you the lessons and experiences at home and abroad
- Eyes on choosing proper packaging materials for safe and sustainable packaging
- Latest packaging technology sharing from world leading packaging companies and technique institutions
- Perfect chance to meet potential customers and develop your business in China
Government and corporate speakers from world-leading packaging companies including: Wal-Mart, Danone, Coca Cola, Unilever, Tetra Pak and others.
Location: Ritan International Hotel; More Information: Ms. Anne Zhang at +86 21 2216 8387 or annez@carebizasia.com or Dennis Wang at dennisw@carebizasia.com
February
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24 - 25 |
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Energy Efficiency & Eco-Design 2011 |
Brussels, Belgium |
| Event Website: Agra |
Event Type: Conference |
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Event tagline" "Want to develop new ways to green your products to make them more attractive to consumers and regulators?"
- Assess prospects for changes to labelling of energy efficiency in electrical goods
- Reduce the use of hazardous substances in your production processes
- Design products to enable reuse and recycling at end of life
- Get first-hand insights into the views of European policy-makers on energy efficiency and eco-design
Draft programme available here. Register here.
March
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1 - 2 |
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Plastics Recycling Conference 2011 |
New Orleans, USA |
An opportunity to network with clients, prospective partners, colleagues, vendors, and industry leaders.
Leading experts in the plastics recovery and utilization will present extensive and detailed industry assessments, including analyses of trends in the U.S. and Canada, plastics collection issues, recycling market factors, and legislative and policy considerations.
Including speakers from Society of the Plastics Industry, American Chemicals Council, Nestlé, Stewardship Ontario etc.
When: 1 – 2 March 2011
Where: Sheraton Hotel, New Orleans, USA
How much: US$445 if booked before 10 February, US$465 if booked after that.
Download the registration form here
8 - 10 |
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International Meeting for Regional Harmonisation of WEEE Management in Latin America |
Medellín, Colombia |
| Event Website: RELAC |
Event Type: Conference |
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This event aims to give an account of the progress, analysis and evaluation of the regulatory framework of WEEE management in Latin America.
Additionally RELAC will present a road-map for managing WEEE in Latin America, releasing its 'public/private sector consensus document', which gives guidelines and recommendations for the regional harmonisation of EPR and WEEE legislation.
Where: Four Points Sheraton, Medellin
Supported by: RELAC & EMPA
9 - 11 |
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The 18th China Internation Exhibition on Packaging Machinery and Materials |
Guangzhou, China |
Four Themed Zones: Integrated Packaging Industrial Zone, Beverage & Brewery Packaging Machinery Zone, Packaging Products Zone, Plastics Packaging Machinery Zone
NO admission fee;
Pre-registration to be done here.
Venue: Area A, China Import & Export Fair Pazhou Complex Pazhou, Guangzhou, PR China
14 - 15 |
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European Chemicals Policy |
Brussels, Belgium |
Learn to minimise the cost of REACH compliance
When: 14 -1 5 March 2011
Where: Renaissance Brussels Hotel, Brussels, Belgium
Including speakers from: ECHA, Kemi, Procter & Gamble, Solvay etc.
How much: GBP 1999 Plus VAT if booked before 17 December 2010, GBP 2099 plus VAT from then on
30 |
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2nd WEEE Recycling and Recovery Day |
Lisbon, Portugal |
1 day conference with presentations from the environment agency APA, collective systems amb3E and ERP and recyclers on the status of WEEE recycling in Portugal.
April
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12 - 13 |
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Middle East Waste Summit 2011 |
Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
Waste management and recycling solutions
Venue: The Palladium, Dubai Media City, Dubai, UAE
How Much: Single day conference pass US$490, 3-day pass US$1,190. Entry into the exhibition is free. Register here.
May
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24 - 26 |
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Waste-to-Resources 2011 |
Hanover, Germany |
4th International Symposium on mechanical-biological Treatment of MSW, Waste Sorting and Material Recovery Technology
A 3 day international conference focusing on Mechanical-biological waste treatment (MBT) and additionally on automatic waste sorting technology as the bridge between waste management and the recycling industry.
Where: The conference centre and hotel Wienecke XI, Hanover
How much: 3 day ticket - EUR 649
Registration and programme information here.
24 - 27 |
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11th Green Week - Resource Efficiency – Using less, Living better |
Brussels, Belgium |
Over some 40 sessions, the conference will address the problem of resource depletion and scarcity, and the challenges and opportunities presented by constraints on resources. The conference will also showcase public and private strategies that are promoting a shift towards lower carbon use and a more efficient use of resources.
All keynote and plenary sessions will also be streamed live at ‘
Green Week Live'.
25 - 27 |
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3rd International Electronics Recycling |
Las Vegas, USA |
Featuring presentations and panel discussions by industry leaders who will discuss the challenges, trends and opportunities in the management of electronic waste. 700 visitors and 70 exhibitors expected.
Discussed topics will include legislative compliance, certification, material processing, data security, private equity funding and equipment financing, focusing on the latest issues, trends and analysis for collection program managers, MRF operators and downstream processors, equipment manufacturers, representatives of state, regional and national recycling organizations, and buyers, sellers and processors of a wide range of recyclable material, including paper, aluminum, plastic, glass, steel, C&D material, organic waste and others.
Planned activities include, an awards ceremony and a two-day exhibition featuring leading electronics recycling service providers, equipment manufacturers, precious metal refiners, consultants and others.
Where: J.W Marriott Resort and Spa
How much: Executive registration - US$399, VIP registration - US$750; other packages and pricing details; HazMat Press Release
Register now
26 - 27 |
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EUROBAT AGM & Forum |
Barcelona, Spain |
| Event Website: Eurobat |
Event Type: Conference |
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A two-day event focusing on on batteries' use in e-mobility and renewable energies.
The forum will include a panel of distinguished speakers along with representatives from the Barcelona City Council, industry associations such as ACEA and company reresentatives from Endesa, Isofotón, Magnetti Marelli, among others.
How much: EUR 850 for non Eurobat members.
Venue: Hilton Hotel, Barcelona
June
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20 |
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Producer Responsibility - Can it sustain our resources? |
Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Event Website: DAKOFA |
Event Type: Conference |
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A conference focused on electronic waste and batteries, evaluating the results so far.
A presentation, interaction and sharing of knowledge and ideas between the public, private and industry sectors.
Where: Kalvebod Brygge Engineering House, Copenhagen.
How much: Members DKK 3,125 (EUR 419), Non-members DKK 5,062 (EUR 678)
[Incl. VAT]
View programme
here.
21 - 22 |
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Beacon Conference on Prevention and Recycling |
Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Event Website: ISWA |
Event Type: Conference |
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Leading international experts, members of ISWA (International Solid Waste Association) and members of ARS (Association for the Study of Solid Waste), provide information, provide technical expertise on the current progress of the minimization and recycling of solid waste.
PS: 650 participants attended
July
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5 - 6 |
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International Seminar on the Interpretation of Life Cycle Thinking in the Waste Management Hierarchy |
Brussels, Belgium |
| Event Website: ACR+ |
Event Type: Seminar |
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Organised by ACR+ with the support of Holcim Company, the seminar brings together experts to discuss concrete examples of the interpretation of the EU waste hierarchy through Life Cycle Thinking, as foreseen in article 14, 2 of the Waste Framework Directive 2008/98.
6 |
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Third annual recycling conference |
Tel Aviv Fairgrounds, Israel |
| Event Website: IUED |
Event Type: Conference |
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The conference is held in conjunction with the Israeli Manufacturers Association. Special focus of this year's conference is the implementation of the Packaging Law.
PS: 350 people attended. A post conference summary is availeble
here.
August
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9 - 12 |
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Creating Sustainable Campuses and Communities |
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Event Website: AASHE |
Event Type: Conference |
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North America’s largest campus sustainability conference.
The premier conference for campus sustainability professionals and educators. The 2010 conference was attended by a sell-out crowd of 2100 participants and 2011 is expected to be larger.
- Highlighting possibilities for creating leadership and funding for sustainable curriculum.
- Providing attendees with tools for planning and measuring campus sustainability efforts.
- Demonstrating the move from ideas to implementation in sustainability commitments.
- Placing emphasis on transforming the campus through cross-sector collaborative efforts in order to establish economic sustainability.
- Connecting the role of local higher education sustainability initiatives as it relates to social justice and the global campus.
Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
How much: US$550 before July, thereafter $US600. Members will be discounted.
Register online
here.
15 - 17 |
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3rd Annual Zero Waste Summit |
Melbourne, Australia |
Attracting key decision makers from local, state and federal government, waste management companies, recyclers, environmental and industry associations, waste sector consultants and waste generators.
A substantial line-up of speakers will cover an array of topics with
day 1 focusing on regulatory updates for the waste sector at the federal level and strategies to reduce the amount of waste ending up in landfill (with a focus on product stewardship and minimising organics in the waste stream) and
day 2 looking at progress towards state and territory waste targets around Australia, waste-to-energy technologies, infrastructure and AWT updates, and how to improve recycling and waste minimisation targets in the commercial and industrial sector. A workshop will be held on
Day 3.
Additionally:
- Get updated on state and territory waste strategies and targets, including the ACT and South Australia
- Hear a first-hand perspective of implementing an organics ban in Vancouver, Canada
- Evaluate waste-to-energy technologies and learn about how they have been applied in the UK
- Remain informed about the National Waste Policy and efforts to develop a national waste data system
Where: Melbourne Park Function Centre
How much: AU$2,395 (incl. GST) for 2 days or AU$3,195 (incl. GST) for 3 days. Register
here. ZWA Members, Government, NFPs and Academia receive substantial discounts.
17 - 18 |
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Resource Recycling Conference |
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
Second annual Resource Recycling Conference.
The Resource Recycling Conference is aligned with the Indiana Recycling Coalition (IRC), the National Recycling Congress (NRC) and the Recycling Organizations of North America (RONA).
The conference includes:
- Thorough assessments of municipal recycling systems in North America
- Reports on the latest research
- Comprehensive overviews of compelling legislative and policy options
- Attendance by all the key players
- Numerous networking opportunities
- A tradeshow featuring the latest innovations and services
Where: JW Marriott, Indianapolis
How much: US$415 per person before 27 July 2011 (afterwards US$450)
Download the registration form
here.
September
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7 - 8 |
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19th Annual European Chemicals Policy |
Barcelona, Spain |
| Event Website: CIR |
Event Type: Conference |
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A technical forum on current and future REACH requirements
Including speakers from: ECHA, CEFIC, Pfizer, Kimberly-Clark Europe, AkzoNobel UK
Where: Fira Palace Hotel, Barcelona
How much: Full pass (conference, 2 workshops & free evening seminar) £2828.46
21 - 23 |
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16th International Congress for Battery Recycling ICBR 2011 |
Grand Hotel Excelsior, Venice, Italy |
| Event Website: ICM |
Event Type: Conference |
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A platform to exchange the latest information and meet business partners.
Key points include:
- Update of battery legislation worldwide
- Safety issues & transportation regulations
- Recycling efficiency
- The great future of LEU, EHV, PEHV and EV battery systems
- The success of Li-Ion batteries technologies
- Country reports on collection and recycling
- Best available technologies for battery recycling
- Panel discussion: “Is the industry ready for the electric vehicle boom?”
26 - 30 |
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26th Annual Hazardous Materials Management Conference & the 7th Annual National Product Stewardship Forum |
Portland, Oregon, USA |
| Event Website: NAHMMA |
Event Type: Conference |
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A dual event consisting of the 26th Annual NAHMMA conference and the 7th Annual National Product Stewardship Forum.
The
NAHMMA Annual Conference will cover Product reformulation, Development and use of less or non-hazardous products, constituents, processes and methods, Collection of products and materials that contain hazardous components for reuse, recycling and hazardous waste management.
The
Product Stewardship Forum will consist of multiple sessions on issues such as product stewardship legislation across all products, the harmonisation of EPR framework and programmes and discussions of what has been learned.
The
schedule for the 5 day event can be viewed
here.
Location: Doubletree Hotel, Portland, Oregon
Price: Fees range from US$425 for NAHMMA members, to US$500 for non-members for the entire package. Day passes are also available and discounts are offered if booked before 11 of August. The entire price list can be viewed
here.
Registration can be done
here.
For additonal info please phone 503-281-6111 or send an email to
admin@nahmma.org.
Information also available at
www.productstewardship.us.
October
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5 - 6 |
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E-Scrap Conference, |
Orlando, USA |
"Learn how to take advantage of the economy to maintain and grow your business. Leading experts will present extensive and detailed industry assessment, including analyses of stewardship systems and trends in the U.S. and Canada, e-scrap collection issues, recycling market factors, and legislative policy considerations"
PS: 1,200 visitors form 26 countries; trade show sold out with over 115 exhibitors
13 - 14 |
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WEEE Eurosummit |
Rome, Italy |
| Event Website: CDC RAEE |
Event Type: Conference |
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With speakers representing i.a. producer compliance organisations from Czech Republic, Germany, France, Ireland, Spain, UK.
17 - 20 |
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W2G : Waste Management for Low Carbon & Green Growth Society |
Daegu, South Korea |
The congress aims at contributing to better communication for world-wide waste and resources management and provide active business opportunities.
[Special Topics]
- Practices and Challenges of 3Rs in Metropolis (Asian and European)
- ODA (Official Development Assistance) Experiences in Municipal Solid Waste Managemen (for both of developing and developed country sides)
- Trans-boundary Flow and Recycling of E-waste
- Roles of Landfill for Sustainable Solid Waste Management
- Controversial Issues in Energies from Wastes
- Emerging Technologies and Businesses in Solid Waste Sector
[General Topics]
- Advanced Thermal Treatment and Energy Recovery
- Advanced Treatment for Hazardous Waste
- Climate Change and Waste Prevention
- Communication and Social Issues
- Construction and Demolition Waste
- E-Waste
- Eco-Materials and Green Products
- EPR Experiences in Developed & Developing Countries
- Innovative Ideas for Recycling
- Landfilling & Landfills
- Material (Carbon) Flow Analysis
- Present and Future State of Waste Management in Developing Countries
- Ocean Pollution & Marine Waste
- Role of NGOs, CBOs and the Private Sector
- Sustainability in Modern Societies
- Urban Mining
- Waste Policies for Green Growth
- Converting Waste to Energy
- Other Topics Related to Waste Management
Rates:
EUR 900 (EUR 800 for ISWA members); Early bird discount EUR 100 (before 15-Sep);
Students, accompanying persons EUR 200
26 - 27 |
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ACR+ Annual General Meeting and Conference on the Implementation of the Waste Framework Directive at local and regional level |
Genoa, Italy |
| Event Website: ACR+ |
Event Type: Conference |
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A conference devoted to the implementation of the Framework Directive at the local and regional level in Europe.
Topics discussed will include:
- Progress made with the implementation of the Directive
- Legal obligations of various parties
- An exchange of experiences concerning the design, planning, implementation and monitoring of a waste prevention programme
- Measuring and comparing recycling performance
Registration can be done
here
Where: Genoa City Hall (Palazzo Rosso)
How much: EUR 150 for non-members; EUR 100 for members of ARC+
Language interpretations available in English, French and Italian.
November
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1 - 3 |
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2011 China International Resources Recycling Expo |
Hang Zhou, China |
The event is organized by CRRA's Supply Chain Management Committee for Resources Recycling (SCMC) which is responsible for the communication between industry and the Chinese government and provides recommendations for industrial planning and developmental policies.
Government speakers will i.a. fous on recent regulatory changes on import of solid wastes.
8 - 10 |
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Green Electronics 2011 Workshop “Resource Efficiency in the Electric and Electronics Industry” |
Bucharest, Romania |
What are major sectors and players already doing to substitute and/or recover those critical materials? What are the trends in research and innovation? How can we collect more End-of-Life products? These are some of the questions that will be discussed during the workshop! Leading experts from producers (HP, ICL, Nokia, Panansonic), branch associations (Plastics Europe, European Flame Retardant Association), WEEE systems (EcologyNet Europe, ECOTIC, elektrowin, Recolamp, WEEE Forum), public authorities (Basel Convention, Romanian Ministry for Environment) and academia will share their views and by that kick-off the discussion.
On the second day the unique mobile recycling plant to extract rare metals like rare earth, Copper, Manganese, Zinc, Yttrium, Indium, … in a high purity (above 95%) will be demonstrated for the first time to the international audience at the recycling company Greentronics in Alexandria during this event!
Please find more information on the HydroWEEE plant at
www.sat-research.at/hydroWEEE .
Sponsors:
Greentronics, Hewlett-Packard, HydroWEEE, EcologyNet Europe, ISL, ZeroWIN
9 - 10 |
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Canadian Waste & Recycling Expo |
Montréal, Canada |
Canada’s ONLY trade event serving the waste, recycling and public works markets.
The show floor will feature a host of dynamic new products and services in the following categories:
- Composting Systems /Components
- Construction / Demolition/ Waste & Scrap Recycling
- Incineration / Gasification / Thermal Technologies
- Infrastructure Redevelopment / Public Works
- Landfill Operations / Systems
- MRFs / Transfer Stations
- Storage / Containers
- Recycling Equipment / Recycling Services
- Trucks & Transportation / Heavy Equipment
- Waste Treatment / Disposal
- Software / Technology / Education
Attendee Registration & Fees: Pre-registration: CDN $40.00 before October 7, 2011. After October 7th and Onsite registration: CDN $60.00. Register
here.
Exhibitor Information can be found
here.
Location: Palais des congrès de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canda
9 - 10 |
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10th Asia Pacific Roundtable for Sustainable Consumption and Production |
Yogyakarta, Indonesia |
| Event Website: APRSCP |
Event Type: Conference |
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This year's roundtables include discussions about the status and developments of EPR in the region.
Set up in 1997, the Asia Pacific Roundtable for Sustainable Consumption and Production (
APRSCP) is a forum of Asia and Pacific countries concerns of the implementation aspects of Sustainable Consumption and Production.
The 10th APRSCP roundtable is hosted by Ministry of Environment of Republic of Indonesia and the Indonesia Solid Waste Association (InSWA) and is supported by Indonesia Center for Cleaner Production (ICPC), Ministry of Industry, Agency for The Assessment and Application of Technology, and Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources.
15 - 18 |
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6th World Recycling Forum - WRF 2011 |
Hong Kong, Hong Kong |
| Event Website: ICM |
Event Type: Conference |
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The 6th World Recycling Forum 2011 International Conference & Exhibition on Electronics, Battery and Car Recycling
Topics include:
- How to invest into the raw materials business in Asia;
- OEM`s success and challenges regarding recycling;
- Update of the booming recycling business in China and India;
- Best available technologies for dismantling, sorting and recycling;
- Global trade and transboundary movement of raw materials and waste;
- Update on worldwide recycling laws and regulations;
- Join in the conference, exhibition and networking dinner.
Where: Hotel Harbour Grand Kowloon, Hong Kong
How much: US$1,490 before 30 September 2011 (After US$1,590)
Download the Registration form here.
17 - 18 |
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The Carbon Conference 2011 |
London, United Kingdom |
| Event Website: BSi |
Event Type: Conference |
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Carbon management - Effectively implementing the PAS 2050 and PAS 2060
Learn how you can benefit from crucial financial savings and get across a clear and consistent green message to your stakeholders by implementing the newly revised standards.
Including speakers from: UK Energy Research Centre, CBI, Marks & Spencer etc.
Location: Drummond Gate, Victoria, London, UK
Price: £599 (BSI members £299)
Register here.
24 |
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A one day workshop on E-waste management in Andhra Pradesh |
Hyderabad, India |
A one day workshop aimed at discussing the issue of E-waste management and developing a wider understanding of E-waste management practices in the city and the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Time: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location: National Institute for Micro Small and Medium Enterprise (NIMSME), Yusafguda, Hyderabad-500045
Contact: Ms Priti Mahesh -
priti@toxicslink.org; Tel: +91-11-24320711/24328006
29 - 2 |
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Pollutec Horizons 2011 |
Paris, France |
The global eco-technology, energy performance and sustainable development show.
The Pollutec Horizons show, the largest in this sector in France, will have a strong focus on the issues of energy and climate change, covering:
- Cleantechnology,
- Ecological engineering and biodiversity,
- Sustainable enterprises and cities,
- Industrial processes efficiency
The event consists of a 4-day trade show and multiple conferences covering an array of topics.
Download the programme
here.
Location: Paris-Nord Villepinte, Paris, France
Visit the
website to register.
December
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8 |
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Lecture and consultation on environmental product fees from 2012 |
Budapest, Hungary |
Recommended for Hungarian speakers dealing with product fee compliance.
Location: Budapest, TIT Studio, 1113 Budapest, Zsombolyai u. 6.
Language: Hungarian
Registration fee: HUF 12,000
For further information, mail to
office@green-tax.hu