—-update 5.4.10—- the Traders Point Reception is sold out! Click here to view the 4.29.10 IRC conference press release Click here to view photos from the conference Click here to view the full program Click here for pricing information Click here to see a list of our sponsors See below for a preview of conference events […]
—-update 5.4.10—- the Traders Point Reception is sold out!
Click here to view the 4.29.10 IRC conference press release
Click here to view photos from the conference
Click here to view the full program
Click here for pricing information
Click here to see a list of our sponsors
See below for a preview of conference events
Indiana Recycling Coalition Annual Conference
The IRC’s annual conference and exhibition is Indiana’s premier waste reduction and recycling event, featuring exhibitors from around the country involved in all aspects of waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about cutting edge policies and programs in the recycling field and will also have access to several valuable networking events. Join over 200 local and state government officials, environmental professionals, business owners and other stakeholders for this information packed event. We do our best to make all this happen in a fun, inviting atmosphere!
This year’s conference will be held May 4 – 6, 2010 at the Holiday Inn North in Indianapolis.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (content subject to change)
Tuesday, May 4th
1:30p – 4:00p Tour – Take a tour of three recycling businesses in Northwest Indianapolis (extra $15 fee)
4:00p—6:00p Registration & Early Exhibitor Setup
5:00p—6:30p Sponsor & Exhibitor Reception
6:45p “Kick-off” Dinner Reception at Trader’s Point Creamery (extra $20 fee)
WEDNESDAY, May 5th
7:00a Registration Desk Opens
8:00a Continental Breakfast & IRC Annual Meeting featuring installation of new board members and highlights of the IRC’s recent activities
9:00a Concurrent Breakout Sessions Choose one
A. RecycleMania – College and University Recycling Challenge
B. Green Building/Recycled Content Building Products/Deconstruction
C. Indiana’s New Electronics Recycling Law – An Update
10:15a Exhibitor Spotlight Enjoy some refreshments and visit with our exhibitors
11:00a Concurrent Breakout Sessions Choose one
A. Sustainable Schools (K-12)
B. Residential Recycling: Urban & Rural Best Practices
C. Greening Your Business
12:15p Lunch & Keynote Presentation by Carey Hamilton, IRC Executive Director
1:30p Exhibitor Spotlight Enjoy some refreshments and visit with our exhibitors
2:15p Concurrent Breakout Sessions Choose one
A. Social Networking
B. Teaching “Green”/America Recycles Day
C. Green Congregations
3:30 – 4:00p Free Time
4:00p—5:00p Happy Hour
5:00-7:00p Reception with Silent & Live Auction
This event is open to the public at a suggested $5 donation - invite your coworkers, clients, family and friends!
THURSDAY, May 6th
7:00a Registration Desk Opens
8:00a Continental Breakfast with our Exhibitors
9:00a Concurrent Breakout Sessions Choose one
A. Recycling at Special Events & Restaurants/Bars
B. Plastic Bag Recycling, Aseptic Carton Recycling and Reusable Bag Programs
C. Carbon Policy and Recycling
10:15a Exhibitor Spotlight
Enjoy some refreshments and visit with our exhibitors
11:00a Concurrent Breakout Sessions Choose one
A. Commodities
B. Hospital Waste Reduction & Recycling
C. Composting Policy in Indiana
12:15p Lunch and Keynote Presentation by Ed Skernolis, Vice President of Recycling at Keep America Beautiful
1:30p—3:30p Pharmaceutical Waste Workshop – No additional fees apply.
A. Pharmaceutical Waste – What do I do with these pills? The Problem with Unwanted Meds
Cancellation Policy, Substitutions and Deadlines: Sorry, absolutely no refunds will be given for cancellations.
Hotel Information
Hotel accommodations are available at the Holiday Inn North & Caribbean Cove Indoor Water Park-Indianapolis. A block of rooms is available at a reduced rate of $97 per night plus tax. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel at 317-872-9790. Ask for the reservations department and mention you will be attending the Indiana Recycling Coalition conference. Please make sure to call and make your room reservation by Tuesday, April 20, 2010 to receive the special IRC guest room rate. If you are making your reservations online use the code “V33.” *Note: Access to the water park is not included in the room rate, but can be purchased for $15 per person per day.
Platinum
Monarch Beverage Company
Republic Services, Inc.
Gold
Alcoa
Kroger
Silver
Abitibi Bowater Recycling
Best Way Disposal
Lake County Solid Waste Management District
Rock Tenn
Safety-Kleen
Strategic Materials
Walmart
Waste Management
Bronze
Carton Council
Coca-Cola
Eco Partners
Electronic Recyclers International
Indiana American Water
National Starch Food Innovation
Nucor Corporation
NuGenesis
Ray’s Trash Service
Rumpke
Workforce, Inc.
Carbon Sponsor
Resource Recycling Systems
In-Kind
Indiana Living Green Magazine
GreenJays Communications
Quality Printing
Indianapolis Business Journal
NUVO
Traders Point Creamery
General Sponsor
Glass Packaging Institute
Indiana Household Hazardous Waste Taskforce
Click here to view a list of conference attendees
Below are some of the powerpoint presentations presented at the 2010 Conference. Thank you again to all of our speakers!
Wednesday:
Carey Hamilton’s Keynote Presentation
RecycleMania - College & University Recycling
Electronic Recycling Law Update
Thursday:
Recycling at Special Events & Restaurants/Bars
Plastic Bag Recycling, Asceptic Carton Recycling and Reusable Bag Programs
Above: Joe Hogsett, State Senator Jean Breaux, Carey Hamilton, State Rep. Mary Ann Sullivan and Amy Flack.
Above and below: Attendees explore the exhibit hall.
Above: Lisa Laflin, James Paker, and Ruth Ann (Rudy) Osenbaugh received “Decade of Service” awards for their service on the IRC’s executive committee.
Above: Green Living Expert Sara Snow and Carey Hamilton.
Attendees enjoy a tour of the Republic Service Materials Recovery Facility (MRF).
Attendees enjoy a tour of Createc.
Conference attendees browse the exhibit hall.
Above: Ed Newman from Ohio University, Carey Hamilton, and Dan Weisenbach from Weisenbach Recycled Products.
Conference attendees visit with Rumpke representative, Laurie Marr.
Jeff Miller, former IRC Board President.
Exhibit Hall.
Carey Hamilton-IRC Executive Director, Indiana State Senator Jean Breaux, and Lindsay Huddelston - Wal-Mart
Waste Management representative.
