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CRRA2021

The Tentative CRRA2021 Program is now available for viewing. Please note that more information will be added in the coming weeks.  All scheduling is subject to change.

HHW & COVID: Issues and Solutions

jueves, el 19 de agosto de 2021 a las 13:00–14:30 PDT add to calendar
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HHW

Session Description

This session will include a moderator-led panel of HHW leaders and experts from across the state discussing the unique issues that the pandemic placed on them, their facilities, and their communities.  The unique issues and their innovative solutions have allowed them to resolve what appeared to be insurmountable problems.

Speakers

Carlos Duque, City of Elk Grove
Title

Environmental Specialist

Speaker Biography

Carlos Duque is the Environmental Specialist at the City of Elk Grove based in Elk Grove, California.  Carlos currently serves on a number of boards and committees, both local and statewide, related to HHW and waste management.

Abstract Title

HHW & COVID: Issues and Solutions

Speaker Abstract

Discuss HHW issues from a historical perspective with significant emphasis on the current issues related to the pandemic.  Discuss recent developments and innovative solutions related to HHW issues brought on by the pandemic, both in CA and the US.  HHW facility managers are under incredible financial strain, logistical planning stress, and struggling to meet the ever-increasing influx of HHW into their facilities, especially during the times of COVID.

Manuel Medrano, City of Chula Vista
Title

Senior Recycling Specialist

Speaker Biography

Manuel Medrano is a Senior Recycling Specialist for the City of Chula Vista. He has worked in the sustainability field for 15 years focused on issues such as recycling, hazardous waste management, business development, and public education.

Abstract Title

HHW & COVID: Issues and Solutions

Speaker Abstract

Discuss HHW issues from a historical perspective with significant emphasis on the current issues related to the pandemic.  Discuss recent developments and innovative solutions related to HHW issues brought on by the pandemic, both in CA and the US.  HHW facility managers are under incredible financial strain, logistical planning stress, and struggling to meet the ever-increasing influx of HHW into their facilities, especially during the times of COVID.

Courtney Scott, Zero Waste Sonoma
Title

HHW Program Manager

Speaker Biography

Courtney Scott has worked in HHW for almost 10 years. She began her career with the San Rafael Fire Department coordinating the Marin HHW Facility for five years in partnership with Marin Resource Recycling and Zero Waste Marin. Currently, she is the HHW Program Manager for Zero Waste Sonoma managing the HHW, e-waste, and OPP programs. She's been with Zero Waste Sonoma for almost five years and loves being part of an all-female agency.

Abstract Title

HHW & COVID: Issues and Solutions

Speaker Abstract

Discuss HHW issues from a historical perspective with significant emphasis on the current issues related to the pandemic.  Discuss recent developments and innovative solutions related to HHW issues brought on by the pandemic, both in CA and the US.  HHW facility managers are under incredible financial strain, logistical planning stress, and struggling to meet the ever-increasing influx of HHW into their facilities, especially during the times of COVID.

Moderator

Nate Pelczar, CPSC
Title

Special Projects Manager

Moderator Biography

Nate Pelczar joined the California Product Stewardship Council in 2018 and serves as a Special Projects Manager. He oversees a number of the organization’s projects related to household hazardous waste, producer responsibility, and product end-of-life management.

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