Course Description
Materials and Recycling Management (MRM) Training is the one-stop comprehensive, interactive Michigan materials management learning experience. Participants will grow their knowledge of the integrated waste management industry with special focus on sustainable materials management. Join us to develop understanding of key systems, be connected with helpful tools and resources, and make valuable peer-to-peer and peer-to-expert connections that will support the development and maintenance of successful programs. Register today to build your expertise.
September 18 & 30 | Virtual
September 24 & 25 | Eastern Michigan University
Training Highlights
Foundational understanding of the industry:
- Materials
- Collection
- Processing
- Marketing commodities
- Organics management
- State and local policy
Knowledge of the value of a waste audit or waste assessment
- Why audit?
- Analyze the data
- Understand the needs
- Contracts for services
- Enhance the program
Vital information for sustaining programming
- Identify gaps
- Set goals
- Plan to implement
- Educate & promote
- Evaluate & report
- Role of county materials management planning process
Schedule
Thursday, September 18
Virtual
Foundations of Materials & Recycling Management
Wednesday, September 24
lunch provided
From Collection to Commodity
Thursday, September 25
lunch provided
Managing for Success
Tuesday, September 30
Virtual
The Road Ahead: Continuous Improvement & Collaboration
One Low Price
$160
Registration Fee Includes
All Materials
Lunch on Day 2 and Day 3
*Overnight accommodations are not included in the training fee. A variety of hotels are available in the surrounding area.
This annual training is offered at a reduced cost due to funding form the Environmental Protection Agency. The contents of this program do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Environmental Protection Agency, nor does the Environmental Protection Agency endorse trade names or recommend the use of commercial products mentioned in this program.
