RRCBC invites academics and professionals to share their knowledge and expertise in recycling, waste prevention, waste management, organics management, environmental sciences, municipal planning, extended producer responsibility and sustainable economics at RCBC’s 39th Annual Zero Waste Conference from May 22-24, 2013 at the Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler, B.C.

The Waste Rx: Prevention is the Cure

Now that North American’s leading extended producer responsibility (EPR) system has momentum with more than 20 programs and more on the way, what will B.C. focus on next? 

Selection Criteria | How to Submit | Conference Background | Why Present? 

Now that North American’s leading extended producer responsibility (EPR) system has momentum with more than 20 programs and more on the way, what will B.C. focus on next?

Will it be organics? Will it be construction and demolition waste? Or will it be something that shifts strategic waste management and business planning so far that the road ahead will look as different from today, as today looks from 20 years ago?

Share your vision and help shape the future of waste prevention for the years to come.

We are looking for presentations in the following areas:

• Advanced and innovative methods and technologies for waste and recycling collection, separation, treatment and transformation
• Agricultural, commercial, forestry, industrial and mining waste and recycling issues
• Air pollution control and mediation
• Chemical, household-hazardous, medical and special wastes
• Composting and biological treatment
• Construction and demolition waste prevention, recycling methods and management strategies
• Design for waste prevention
• Integrated waste management
• Landfills, design, construction, monitoring and decommissioning
• Laws, legislation, policy and regulations
• Metal recovery
• Modeling and case studies
• Municipal waste and recycling
• Public awareness, education and engagement
• Waste composition and generation studies
• Waste and recycling management options
• Waste reduction and prevention planning

Selection Criterias

Presentation selection is based on the following criteria:

1. Does the presentation reflect real-world examples and/or academic theory?

2. Is the presentation cutting-edge, innovative, fresh and relevant?

3. Will it strengthen the skills and knowledge of recycling and waste management professionals and business people?

Presenters are expected to provide a 20-minute presentation within a similarly themed grouping. Some longer presentations may be accommodated if warranted. Presentations promoting products, companies or individuals will not be considered. Please note that presentations are video recorded for online viewing and PDFs are made available to conference attendees after the event.

How to Submit

Presentation abstracts, including a working title and a short synopsis, should be a maximum of one page in length and submitted to RCBC on or before March 15, 2013. Submissions can be sent via email (brock@rcbc.bc.ca), fax (604.683.7255) or mailed to: RCBC, Suite 10 – 119 West Pender St., Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1S5.

Conference Background

The Annual RCBC conference is attended by approximately 300-plus industry professionals from B.C. and North America. The three-day conference features a keynote speaker(s), presentations, workshops, information sessions and exhibits, as well as a Gala Dinner, entertainment and the annual awards presentation.

Why Present?

By presenting, you help raise the level of professionalism in the field and promote best practices to ensure a better future by sharing your expertise. You also enhance your reputation, make new contacts, gain recognition in your field and add to the body of knowledge to prevent and manage waste and recycling. Speakers are provided with complimentary registration for the day they present and are entitled to a significant discount on a full conference registration. Please note that the Whistler Westin Resort will extend the special room rates of $139 per night for three days prior and three days after the conference dates. Please come and plan to participate and enjoy one of North America’s premiere vacation resorts.

Questions?

Questions regarding format or content of your presentation can be addressed to RCBC by email at conference@rcbc.bc.ca.

For more information on RCBC events, contact Ben Ramos at 604-683-6009 ext. 314

Back to Conference Page