Hello readers,
We here at SWANA are so excited to be holding WASTECON in Boston this year. Apparently, we aren’t the only ones! One of our speakers and city locals, Sumner Martinson of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, tells us about his special “Composting Session” and why he is looking forward to this year’s collocated event.
Sumner will be speaking at the special “Composting Session” hosted by Biocycle with Christine Beling, Project Engineer for USEPA, on Tuesday, August 17th.
Sumner, what can attendees expect to take away from your session?
Attendees will take away an understanding of the implementation of the Massachusetts organics diversion and recycling strategy, and how it was applied to the largest convention center on the East Coast. Recycling data and a case study will be presented on organics diversion, as well as, other materials diverted from the BCEC waste stream to recycling.
Why is this session important to solid waste professionals?
This session will provide information and insight on how to implement organic and recycling diversion programs at convention center venues, along with the challenges, solutions, and benefits that come with the implementation of these programs.
How do you think WASTECON attendees will benefit from the collocation with the American Public Works Association?
Generally, public works personnel are not WASTECON attendees, though they are often integral in developing recycling strategies and programs. Having them participate will increase awareness of these programs and will help expand existing programs.
What are you most looking forward to at this year’s WASTECON?
As a state employee who is not usually able to attend a WASTECON conference, this year’s location provides me with an opportunity to participate and benefit from the exposure of a wide variety of people and information. Also, it's an honor for Boston to host this event!
Filled with rich history and dynamic experiences, Boston is the perfect home for WASTECON 2010! The Massachusetts Chapter of SWANA has been hard at work preparing to welcome attendees and guests with a homerun of a Monday Night Networking Event at Fenway Park, Home of the Boston Red Sox. Attendees will have commanding views of the playing field, where Ted William’s longest home run landed, while enjoying live music, dancing, games and raffles accompanied by a ballpark menu including beer, wine and soft drinks. Don’t miss out, register now at www.WASTECON.org.
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I don't work in solid waste anymore, but having done so for a while it is nice to see someone talking about composting at WasteCon. I hadn't heard of Sumner Martinson, but I'm sure that Martinson can do a good job.
ReplyDeleteSince it comprises over 1/3 of the MSW stream, developing an organic waste composting infrastructure is a priority in Mass. Sumner has been dealing with its challenges for years, and has made great strides in diverting it from major sources. Developing capacity for food waste management continues to be an issue, but Sumner has been working hard to break down the barriers. Being a municipal official who rarely goes out of state, I too am thriled to be able to attend this conference, and am proud that Boston is my hometown!
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