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September, 17-18, 2007 On September 17-18, 2007 the CIFAL Atlanta, U.C. Davis, United Nations Institute for Training & Research, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Landfill Methane Outreach Program, and Yolo County co-hosted “Greener Solid Waste Practices: Reducing Emissions, Meeting Local Energy Needs and Stimulating the Local Economy.” This forum explored best practices that local governments can implement to promote greener solid waste initiatives. This workshop was financially supported by Covanta Energy, Delta Air Lines Inc., and UC Davis. Yolo County hosted a tour of its landfill which includes the innovative Bioreactor and Organic Waste Digester project. A diligent and committed steering committee that represents such entities as the California Biomass Collaborative, the California Integrated Waste Management Board, Chevron Energy Solutions, Los Angeles County Sanitation District, the Monterey Regional Waste Management District, the William J. Clinton Foundation’s Climate Initiative, and SCS Engineers, was integral to shaping the direction and content of the program. The workshop covered such topics as alternative solid waste management practices and technologies, greenhouse gas emission mitigation opportunities, landfill gas-to-energy, solid waste combustion, and zero-waste policies. The diverse delegate list included deputy commissioners, public works directors, environmental affairs directors, and other esteemed leaders from the following cities and counties: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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