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The Carolina Recycling Association is pleased to announce that Perry Black, Orange Recycling Services, Inc., NC is our 2008 Conference Chair. We are currently seeking a Co-Chair from South Carolina to assist Perry. We are also interested in filling the last two open Committee Chair slots, SC Awards Co-Chair and an Audiovisual Committee Chair.

Visit the Carolina Recycling Association's Conference web site for additional information. SPONSORS - don't delay, send in a Sponsor Registration form today to be included on the sponsor list as a sponsor of one of the most prestigious and largest state recycling association conferences.

If you are interested in Chairing or Co-Chairing a Conference Planning Committees please contact Lisa Velesaris and if there is a Committee you would like to join as a member feel free to contact that Committee Chair to be added to the planning committee.

The NC DPPEA And SC DHEC in collaboration with the CRA were able to host the 2007 Rural Edition Professional Recyclers Qualification Trainings throughout North and South Carolina this fall. With the support from the USDA most of the training attendees received scholarships which covered their registration fee and a portion of their accommodation charges.

Upon registration each attendee received a FREE copy, of the never seen before, 2007 Rural Recycling Training Manual. Over the course of the training prominent industry professionals discussed a broad range of topics focusing on each of the fifteen Chapters in the Rural PRQT Manual.

All attendees who successfully completed the entire training and passed the PRQT exam will receive a Certificate of Completion highlighting their achievement and will be recognized as a Qualified Recycling Professional.

The CRA will be posting a list of or Carolina Recycling University (CRU) Alumni and 2007 Rural PRQT evaluation summaries shortly.

If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the CRU please contact the CRA at 919-545-9050 or cra@cra-recycle.org.

The 2007 Rural Edition Professional Recyclers Qualification Training were Supported by the United States Department of Agriculture.

As you great up to take part in the Nationally recognized America Recycles Day (ARD) initiative the CRA and NC DPPEA would like to work with you to ensure that you have the proper tools, marketing materials and event listings to showcase along with your own campaign.

"It All Comes to Back to You!" - That's the theme of America Recycles Day. Getting involved with ARD and showing your support is so simple. You can Make The Pledge - A Challenge to Yourself and a Chance to Win. No, you don't have to pledge money or make a purchase to enter. In fact, there's no whatsoever. All we ask is that you make a commitment to yourself to step up your recycling efforts. The ARD will be offering on line pledging abilities and there are pledge cards that you can request to be mailed to you to be sent to the ARD headquarters.

If you would like to receive ARD materials or have an event listing you would like added to the CRA and National ARD web sites

N.C. DPPEA is partnering with the N.C. Beverage Association (formerly, the N.C. Soft Drink Association) to fundraise for the Recycle Guys and RE3.org campaigns. The NCBA’s governing board voted to commit $15,000 to the campaigns, if we could raise an additional $35,000 from other private sector companies and trade groups.

As part of the state’s RE3 .org recycling campaign, the N.C. Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance has partnered with Time Warner Cable and MTV to offer prizes as a way to encourage citizens to recycle. Sunday, Sept. 30, is your last day to register to win one of four prize packs available only to North Carolina residents. Each prize pack is valued at $300. Don’t miss your chance! Click here - http://www.youcanwin.tv/youcanwin/promotions/RE3/

Make sure to check out the new RE3.org commercials here - http://www.youtube.com/re3org. Keep up to date with the campaigns and social marketing initiatives here - http://re3org.blogspot.com/.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC proactively seeks opportunities to effectively engage the Hispanic community to become environmental stewards. Beyond Translation (http://www.epa.gov/rtp/beyondtranslation.html) is one such opportunity. A step towards improving the quality and availability of environmental and public health information in a manner that is relevant to the Hispanic community.

Where: EPA-RTP Campus, 109 T.W. Alexander Drive , Research Triangle Park , NC 27111

To attend this forum please complete the registration form found here - http://www.epa.gov/rtp/beyondtranslation.html - and submit to pimentel.maria@epa.gov via email.

Tuesday, November 2,2007, Noon-1pm - Social Marketing on a Shoestring Budget video seminar.

Location: NC Division of Public Health, 5605 Six Forks Rd., Raleigh, NC. Building 3, Cardinal Room

Friday, November 9, 2007, Noon-1:30 pm - Tools of Change Social Marketing Webinar: Getting Children and Youth to walk and cycle more

Location: NC Division of Public Health, 5605 Six Forks Rd., Raleigh, NC. Building 1, Pine Room

This webinar will feature two practical approaches for getting children and youth to walk and cycle more. Dr. O’Brien will cover the Centre for Sustainable Transportation's Child and Youth Friendly Land Use and Transport Planning Guidelines, their rationale, and her work with Ontario municipalities in implementing the Guidelines. Jacky Kennedy will present highlights of Green Communities Canada’s Active and Safe Routes to School program, including related barriers and benefits, and the results achieved and lessons learned over many years of implementation.

When: Monday, November 26, 2007 – Noon to 1pm – PRIZM Commercial Marketing Database Overview and Demo

Where: NC Division of Public Health, 5605 Six Forks Rd., Raleigh, NC. Building 3, Cardinal Room

Please RSVP to Kelley at kelley.dennings@ncmail.net to make sure we have enough seats. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch.

Chris Hodgdon has accepted the position of Council Liaison. Chris will be working directly with all Council Chairs on Council work plans and initiatives throughout the year.

The CRA has confirmed several new Council Chairs for various Councils. View the complete Council Directory. If you are interested in being involved with a Council contact Chris Hodgdon or a CRA Representative.

Attendees will receive contact hours towards their PRQT and/or Specialty Degree(s).

The CCC is holding several "Yes You CAN!"* train the trainer (*compost and naturescape) one day trainings, from 8:00 am - 9:00 pm each day, in several states in the U.S. There is a location near you, there is no cost to attend the training and slots are still open so register day for this unique and engaging trainings.

The Florida "Yes You CAN!" Train-the-Trainer Workshop will not be taking place. Future dates to follow.

The CCC has developed an online Resource Guide. We encourage you to visit the Guide to locate compost manufacturers, equipment, services and suppliers in our area. If you would like your company or services listed contact Lisa Velesaris.

The CRC was founded in 1990 by a group of concerned collegiate recycling coordinators with the goal of sharing information to develop more comprehensive and supportive programs across North and South Carolina. Since that time, the CRC has hosted seven conferences and successfully grown to become a well-respected organization in the recycling community. In January of this year we held a 3 day conference in Brown Summit, NC that was well received and well attended (even with the snow). Later this year (or early January 2008) we will present a similar program in South Carolina.

The CRC meets 6 times a year, once at the CRA conference and at schools in NC and SC throughout the year. The CRC is updating its look so keep an eye out for a newly designed web site and membership brochure. Read a newsletter from Kathy.

The HHW will be giving their web site a new look with important materials and information relevant to today's HHW hot topics!

Sub-committee of the Carolinas Compost Council (CCC) & Division Of Pollution Prevention & Environmental Assistance

The NC FDTF met on September 20 where task force sub-committees have been established to assist with FDTF initiatives. Read the full Synopsis from this meeting. If you or someone you know are interested in joining the FDTF and becoming part of a task force sub-committee please contact Lynn Lucas at (910) 289-0673.

Visit the FDTF web page to view presentations from the Seminar on Food Waste in NC that was held November 2006. Read past meeting minutes and check out FDTF Sponsors. The FDTF has a blog. We are interested in hearing from you. We welcome your questions, comments and thoughts on the current state of Food Diversion in your area. Join in!

The DPPEA & Carolina Compost council asks for you input with a food waste survey they are conducting. The NC Food Diversion Task Force was established to divert food waste from landfills, increase food collection to feed hungry people, and encourage more composting. The responses we receive from the survey will help us determine what is currently being done and what measures can be taken to help divert more food waste (residuals). Thanks in advance for your participation.

Waste Reduction Analysis - The Key To Assisting Businesses in The Development of A Comprehensive Environmental Stewardship
Tom Rhodes, Waste Reduction Specialist, NC DPPEA

CRA CLASSIFIEDS

Mecklenburg County Solid Waste Reduction Programs

Senior Environmental Specialist Position

Responsibilities/Qualification

This is the lead level in the series, which requires a more specialized knowledge of the areas of assignment. Incumbents are responsible for providing mentoring and guidance to lower level staff, monitoring work, performing public outreach and education, and may manage projects. Bachelor's Degree in a scientific or related field and two years of environmental quality assurance experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Licensing Requirements: Valid Driver's License.

Special Requirements

Candidate must demonstration strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively and respond to inquiries from the general public and media. Candidate must show a strong commitment to environmental protection, with an understanding of economic impacts. Applicant should have an understanding of solid waste management or other environmental programs. Knowledge of waste reduction, recycling, composting programs and litter prevention desired. Software proficiency with word processing, database management and development, presentation development and web page development and maintenance is desired. Carolina Recycling Association's Qualified Recycling Professional certification or SWANA Certified Recycling Systems Professional preferred. Masters Degree Preferred. This position is in the Waste Reduction section of the Land Use and Environmental Service Agency's Solid Waste Department.

All applicants must apply online at www.charmeck.org. The position is open until October 30, 2007.

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