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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200417T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200219T131342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200219T131342Z
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SUMMARY:We Compost Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The We Compost Committee meets monthly via conference call.  All are welcome to join!  Contact the committee chair\, Mary Beth Schaye for call-in details; mbschaye(at)collectiveresource(dot)us
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/we-compost-committee-meeting-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200413T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200413T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200208T141512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200408T171557Z
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SUMMARY:IFSC Communications & Outreach Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact committee Co-Chairs Steph or Amy if you’re interested in joining this call: \nSteph: steph(at)brightbeat(dot)com \nAmy: amy(dot)delorenzo(at)gmail(dot)com
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-communications-outreach-committee-meeting-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200409T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200208T142732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200208T142732Z
UID:4651-1586433600-1586437200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC Education & Projects Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Education Committee meets monthly via conference call.  Contact the Chair Jen Nelson if you are interested in joining this meeting.  jennifer@sevengenerationsahead.org
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-education-projects-committee-meeting-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200407T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200401T175215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200408T180929Z
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SUMMARY:USCC Webinar: Composting IS an essential service: Experiences and recommendations from around the country
DESCRIPTION:Part 2:  April 7 at noon: Composting IS an Essential Service: Experiences and Recommendations From Around the Country \nCompost manufacturers large and small are having to adapt to doing business during the pandemic. A panel of operators from across the country will answer questions about how they are managing during the emergency. Topics will include keeping employees safe\, handling sales\, contingency planning\, and YOUR questions. \nPanel: Brian Fleury\, WeCare Organics; Pierce Louis\, Dirthugger; Patrick Geraty\, St. Louis Composting\, Justen Garrity\, Veteran Compost \nLearn more and register: https://www.compostingcouncil.org/page/Composting-In-The-Time-of-COVID-19 
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/uscc-webinar-composting-is-an-essential-service-experiences-and-recommendations-from-around-the-country/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200406T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T121423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T121423Z
UID:4366-1586174400-1586178000@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC General Body Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Monday of the month from 12pm-1pm to hear from a featured guest speaker\, committee updates\, and the lastest news in Illinois food scraps. \nConference Call-in Number: 425-440-5100 \nPass Code: 283648#
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-general-body-meeting-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200323T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200323T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T123504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T123504Z
UID:4390-1584972000-1584977400@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The IFSC Board of Directors meets on the fourth monday of the month via conference call.
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200320T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200219T131244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200219T131244Z
UID:4722-1584705600-1584709200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:We Compost Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The We Compost Committee meets monthly via conference call.  All are welcome to join!  Contact the committee chair\, Mary Beth Schaye for call-in details; mbschaye(at)collectiveresource(dot)us
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/we-compost-committee-meeting-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200318T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200206T212446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200314T174939Z
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SUMMARY:Postponed: Spring Social and Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:***This event has been postponed due to the public health recommendations concerning COVID-19.  We will announce a new date via all our regular outreach channels once this event has been rescheduled.***\n\nPlease join us for our Second Annual IFSC Member Appreciation & Networking Event to celebrate all of your hard work this past year and get to know your fellow food scrap recyclers\, composters\, haulers\, business owners\, community organizers\, and food scrap advocates. We want to say thank you for your work in supporting food scrap recycling in Illinois and give you an opportunity to meet and join the movers\, shakers\, and leaders in this active industry. You’re invited to bring anyone interested in food scrap recycling and share with your networks!\n\n\n\n\nThis is a free\, zero-waste event and all unconsumed food scraps will be composted. Free appetizers will be provided for all attendees and free drink tickets will be provided to 2020 IFSC members. Join now to receive the full benefits of IFSC membership.\n\n\n\nThe Details:\nDate: TBD\nWild Onion Tied House in Oak Park\n1111 South Blvd\, Oak Park\, IL 60302\n\n\nRSVPs for this free event will be open when a new date is set
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/spring-social-and-networking-event/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200312T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200208T142649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200208T142649Z
UID:4649-1584014400-1584018000@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC Education & Projects Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Education Committee meets monthly via conference call.  Contact the Chair Jen Nelson if you are interested in joining this meeting.  jennifer@sevengenerationsahead.org
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-education-projects-committee-meeting-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200309T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200309T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200208T141425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200226T145047Z
UID:4627-1583760600-1583764200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC Communications & Outreach Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact committee Co-Chairs Steph or Amy if you’re interested in joining this call: \nSteph: steph(at)brightbeat(dot)com \nAmy: amy(dot)delorenzo(at)gmail(dot)com
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-communications-outreach-committee-meeting-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200308T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200208T140723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200226T144932Z
UID:4623-1583668800-1583683200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Going Green Matters Wilmette
DESCRIPTION:Going Green Matters\nMarch 8\, 2020\nSunday\, 12 – 4pm\nMichigan Shores Club\n911 Michigan Avenue\nGo Green Wilmette’s premier environmental fair draws more than 1\,400 participants from twenty communities.  Our theme this year is “Trees: Back To Our Roots.” Explore more than 80 exhibits on the importance of trees and: \n\n\nPlastic solutions\nSaving energy\nTransportation choices\nGreen landscaping\nGrowing your own food\nConnecting to nature\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProtecting precious places\nGreen home design\nSafe home & body products\nSolar energy\nRecycling tips\nAnd so much more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out how schools\, park districts\, libraries\, congregations\, village governments and environmental groups are all working together to make our communities and the world a more sustainable place to live. \nLearn more here: https://www.goinggreenmatters.org/
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/going-green-matters-wilmette/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200307T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200301T170932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200301T170932Z
UID:4765-1583575200-1583589600@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:One Earth Film Festival: "UseLess" Premier Screening
DESCRIPTION:CHICAGO-AREA PREMIERE.  110 Main St\, Park Ridge\, IL 60068 \nFILM DESCRIPTION: In the documentary “UseLess\,” the filmmakers try to find out why food and fashion waste has become a pressing social and environmental problem\, and what we can do to change it. The documentary is seen through the eyes of a young Icelandic mother who is trying to understand the issues and change her ways. Interviews with experts\, designers\, activists\, and producers shed light on the problem as well as offer many solutions to the audience. \nTickets: https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/films-az-2020/useless-a-documentary-on-food-and-fashion-waste\nRakel Garðarsdóttir & Ágústa M. Ólafsdóttir/2018/55 min/Environmental & Social Justice\, People & Culture\, Waste & Recycling\, Sustainable Food & Agriculture\, Conservation \nDoors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue. Teens and young adults encouraged to attend. “PG-13” May contain heavy themes\, graphic images or language. Concessions available for purchase. \nFollowing the One Earth Film Festival screening of UseLess\, join us at nearby The Harp & Fiddle at  110 Main St\, Park Ridge\, IL 60068 for continued conversation and networking with members. Please know we will each pay for our own food and drinks.  Thank you to Collective Resource Compost for providing bins for this event to make it zero waste.  Email amy@sevengenerationsahead.org with questions. \n 
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/one-earth-film-festival-useless-premier-screening/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200316
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191211T115048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T122316Z
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SUMMARY:One Earth Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:Make plans to attend the One Earth Film Festival (OEFF)\, the Midwest’s premier environmental film festival\, from March 6–15\, 2020. OEFF has a slate of amazing films that embodies this year’s theme\, “The Power of We\,” which will be featured at venues throughout greater Chicago. The festival will also feature interactive post-film discussions with filmmakers\, as well as opportunities for you to get involved in climate change\, sustainability\, and other ecocentric efforts with our action partners. \nVisit: https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/ 
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/one-earth-film-fest/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200303T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200303T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191204T134523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T134523Z
UID:4350-1583236800-1583240400@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC General Body Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Monday of the month from 12pm-1pm to hear from a featured guest speaker\, committee updates\, and the lastest news in Illinois food scraps. \nConference Call-in Number: 425-440-5100 \nPass Code: 283648#
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-general-body-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200224T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T123354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T192147Z
UID:4388-1582552800-1582558200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The IFSC Board of Directors meets on the fourth monday of the month via conference call.
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200221T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200219T131020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200219T131020Z
UID:4720-1582286400-1582290000@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:We Compost Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The We Compost Committee meets monthly via conference call.  All are welcome to join!  Contact the committee chair\, Mary Beth Schaye for call-in details; mbschaye(at)collectiveresource(dot)us
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/we-compost-committee-meeting-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200213T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200208T142606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200208T142606Z
UID:4647-1581595200-1581598800@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC Education & Projects Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Education Committee meets monthly via conference call.  Contact the Chair Jen Nelson if you are interested in joining this meeting.  jennifer@sevengenerationsahead.org
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-education-projects-committee-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200210T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200208T141332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200208T141332Z
UID:4625-1581341400-1581345000@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC Communications & Outreach Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact committee Co-Chairs Steph or Amy if you’re interested in joining this call: \nSteph: steph(at)brightbeat(dot)com \nAmy: amy(dot)delorenzo(at)gmail(dot)com
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-communications-outreach-committee-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200203T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191110T150755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T134551Z
UID:4168-1580731200-1580734800@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:IFSC General Body Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Monday of the month from 12pm-1pm to hear from a featured guest speaker\, committee updates\, and the lastest news in Illinois food scraps. \nConference Call-in Number: 425-440-5100 \nPass Code: 283648#
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-general-body-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200131T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200115T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T145045Z
UID:4541-1580468400-1580472000@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Grows Green webinar: MGG Lawn & Land Forum Toolkit Walk-Through
DESCRIPTION:The webinar will walk-through the new MGG Lawn & Land Forum Toolkit.  Please RSVP ahead of time at bit.ly/MGGtoolkitWT. \n 
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/midwest-grows-green-webinar-mgg-lawn-land-forum-toolkit-walk-through/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200127T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T123227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T123227Z
UID:4385-1580133600-1580139000@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The IFSC Board of Directors meets on the fourth monday of the month via conference call.
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200125T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20200115T144607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T144618Z
UID:4538-1579960800-1579966200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Grows Green: IL Parks Conference Session
DESCRIPTION:Midwest Grows Green IL Parks Conference session on Saturday\, January 25th at 2 pm. \nWhen\nSaturday\, January 25th\, 2 to 3:15 pm \nWhere\nIllinois Parks Conference\, Gold Level of the Hyatt Regency Chicago \nWhat\nMGG’s Ryan Anderson & Naperville Park District’s Carl Gorra reveal the Lawn & Land Forum Toolkit\, a brand new resource that features pesticide reduction work\, successes and lessons learned on sports and recreation fields. \nWho Should Attend\nManagers of turf and other lands from park departments or districts. \nMore Questions\nContact Ryan Anderson at randerson@ipminstitute.org or 773-878-8245
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/midwest-grows-green-il-parks-conference-session/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191224T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T124705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T124705Z
UID:4414-1577181600-1577185200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Social Media and Website Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact Joy Scrogum\, jscrogum@illinois.edu\, to join this committee or for information on participating in a meeting.
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/social-media-and-website-committee-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191223T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191223T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T123126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T123311Z
UID:4383-1577109600-1577115000@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The IFSC Board of Directors meets on the fourth monday of the month via conference call.
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/ifsc-bod-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191220T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T124548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T124548Z
UID:4412-1576843200-1576846800@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:We Compost Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Contact Mary Beth Schaye for call-in information: mbschaye@collectiveresource.us
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/we-compost-committee-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191219T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191211T125719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T132220Z
UID:4419-1576756800-1576762200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:EPA Sustainable Materials Management Webinar: 21st Century Methods for Measuring Excess Food
DESCRIPTION:From Pen & Paper to Artificial Technology — 21st Century Methods for Measuring Excess Food\nJoin the EPA SMM Web Academy Webinar!  During this webinar\, you’ll discover the value and benefits of calculating your organization’s excess\, surplus and leftover food & beverage.  You will also learn methods of excess food measurement\, such as counting leftovers with a reliable pen and paper\, using an excel-based spreadsheet to generate your food loss data\, or harnessing 21st century artificial technology to automate quantifiable measurement results. \nSign up for this webinar to learn from two Region 5 Food Recovery Challenge participants! Please see speaker descriptions below for Central Michigan University and Savor…Chicago at McCormick Place. \nRegister here for this free webinar \nTitle: From Pen & Paper to Artificial Technology — 21st Century Methods for Measuring Excess Food\nDate: December 19\, 2019\nTime: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. \nWebinar Description\nRegister for this free webinar \nGot leftovers? In food loss prevention and recovery\, the first ingredient is to measure our excess food\, whether in a restaurant kitchen\, cafeteria or at home. During this webinar you’ll discover the value and benefits of calculating your organization’s excess\, surplus and leftover food & beverage. You will also learn methods of excess food measurement\, such as counting leftovers with a reliable pen and paper\, using an excel-based spreadsheet to generate your food loss data\, or harnessing 21st century artificial technology to automate quantifiable measurement results. This webinar supports the national Winning on Reducing Food Waste Federal Interagency Strategy\, Priority Area 3: Improve Coordination and Guidance on Food Loss and Waste Measurement. \nSpeakers\nMax Mlinar\, Phood Solutions Inc.– Max is the Director of Operations for Phood Solutions Inc. where his passions for sustainability\, team building\, and serving clients has helped Phood’s customers leverage computer vision and data analytics to drastically reduce their food waste. He previously handled staff relations at one of the nation’s leading employee rights law firms and worked as a consultant in Zhuhai\, China. \nJay Kahn\, Central Michigan University – Jay Kahn serves as the Director of Facilities Operations at Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant\, Michigan. He has 27 years of facilities leadership experience in higher education and the U.S. Navy.  He is a member of the American Institute of Architects. In 2018\, Mr. Kahn earned the sustainability innovation award for composting from the Association of Physical Plant Administrators. \nDoug Bradley\, SAVOR…Chicago– As V.P. of Culinary\, Doug Bradley leads SAVOR’s team of 80+ chefs around the country\, and also manages SAVOR…Chicago.  He’s a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America.  Mr. Bradley has served as Culinary Director and Culinary Expert responsible for feeding thousands of athletes and media professionals in Asia\, Australia and Europe. \nGina Sears\, Winnow – Gina Sears is a Business Development Executive for Winnow in North America.  She also takes on the role of AI Advisor by discussing with potential clients the concept\, benefits\, and timeline of automated food waste tracking with a form of Artificial Intelligence called Computer Vision. Ms. Sears is on a mission to connect the commercial kitchen\, create a movement of chefs\, and inspire others to see that food is too valuable to waste. \nLaura Smith\, Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) – Laura Smith is the former Program & Grants Coordinator for the BVSD School Food Project\, and currently serves as a contractor for the district.  Ms. Smith led the implementation of the LeanPath food waste tracking program in BVSD\, which is now home to 11 machines. She also led the World Wildlife Fund’s Food Waste Warriors grant program last school year\, supporting five schools to conduct their first-ever cafeteria food waste audits. \nAndré Villaseñor\, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – Specialist Villaseñor serves as Sustainable Management of Food Coordinator in EPA Region 9. He began his civil service at EPA in 2005\, following an assignment in the U.S. Peace Corps\, Ecuador. He earned an M.S. Environmental Science and an M.A. International Relations.
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/epa-sustainable-materials-management-webinar-21st-century-methods-for-measuring-excess-food/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191217T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191217T100000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T124444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T124444Z
UID:4410-1576573200-1576576800@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Compost Market Development Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join! Email Benjamin Krumstok for call-in info: benjamin@compostingpartners.com
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/compost-market-development-committee-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191212T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191206T120918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191206T120918Z
UID:4364-1576152000-1576155600@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:Education & Projects Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Education & Projects Committee Meeting.  This committee meets monthly via conference call.  Contact the committee chair\, Jen Nelson\, for the call-in number.  All are welcome to participate! \nJen Nelson: jennifer@sevengenerationsahead.org
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/education-projects-committee-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191211T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T001034
CREATED:20191211T132925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T132925Z
UID:4421-1576065600-1576069200@illinoiscomposts.org
SUMMARY:USCC Webinar: Will They Break Down at My Compost Facility?  The Compostable Products Field Testing Program
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: December 11\, 2019 1:00 PM Eastern \nWHO: Composting Council Research and Education Foundation and-YOU \nWHAT: The Compostable Products Field Testing Program (CFTP) is a way for composters to do on-site disintegration testing of compostable products. Learn how to participate and what the experience was like from two facilities that have tried the protocols. Hear how the data collected in this program may be used to identify what products do and don’t break down under real world conditions as part of a collaborative\, open-source\, international project. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \n\nCompost facility operators\nCompost researchers\nRecycling/Sustainability/Zero Waste Coordinators\nCompostable Product Manufacturers and Distributors\nComposting enthusiasts and advocates\n\n  \nSpeakers \nEmily McGill\, Manager of Research & Communications\, BSIbio Packaging Solutions \nA founding partner of the Compostables Field Testing Program\, Emily’s areas of expertise are in waste prevention and resource recovery\, especially at the intersection of food and waste. She has designed and managed field testing with compost manufacturers since collaboratively founding the testing program in 2015. She also co-founded and co-facilitates Master Recycler Vancouver\, an adult education program for waste prevention and reduction\, has worked as a Project Engineer with Tetra Tech Canada’s Solid Waste Management Planning team\, and consulted for the National Zero Waste Council’s Product Design & Packaging Working Group. With a bachelors in Bioresource Engineering\, Emily brings a passion for integrating research\, analysis and design for systems change. \nLaura Hamilton\, Waste Diversion Specialist with The City of Calgary in Alberta\, Canada \nLaura manages the municipality’s Green Cart program working closely with the largest in-vessel composting facility in North America. Her role includes regular monitoring of industry composting trends\, education and programming service for residents and planning annual compost giveaway events for thousands of attendees. Laura has also worked as a waste educator working with businesses and organizations to share best practices for implementing diversion programs. Prior to joining The City of Calgary she worked as operations manager at a startup composting facility developing processes to ensure worker safety\, regulatory compliance and compost quality. \nMarisa DeDomenicis\, Executive Director and co-founder of Earth Matter NY Inc. \nEarth Matter is a non-profit located on Governors Island working in partnership with The Trust for Governors Island to develop a Zero Waste Island. The Trust mandates use of compostable serviceware by vendors and event producers. This year the site processed more than 134 million lbs of food scraps\, compostables and yard waste generated on the island\, and food scraps dropped off at NYC farmers markets. Marisa heads up the Farm’s training program\, and also works at the Compost Learning Center hosting open hours and processing work days with the goal of engaging visitors in composting. \nWayne Howard\, Program Manager for the Composting Council Research & Education Foundation \nWayne coordinates the Foundation’s Compost Operations Training Program\,oversees the Compostables Field Testing Program\, and develops educational tools such as the compost sampling videos. He also worked as a Review Engineer with the North Carolina Division of Water Resources evaluating municipal and community water systems’ water supply planning programs. As a Project Engineer with Agri-Waste Technology\, Inc. he developed livestock wastewater application packages. He holds a Masters Biological Engineering from NC State University. \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A44tSmqxSIuvmnWTi8yz8g
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/uscc-webinar-will-they-break-down-at-my-compost-facility-the-compostable-products-field-testing-program/
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SUMMARY:Communications & Outreach Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join a communications and outreach committee call by contacting one of the co-chairs for call-in info.  Everyone is welcome to join! \nStephanie Katsaros steph(at)brightbeat(dot)com \nAmy DeLorenzo amy(dot)delorenzo(at)gmail(dot)com
URL:https://illinoiscomposts.org/event/communications-outreach-committee-meeting/
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