About NWEC 2007

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Environmental, Health & Safety Staff and Managers; Facility Managers and others responsible for Environmental Management; Environmental and Process Engineers; Environmental Consultants and Attorneys; Governmental and Public Affairs Specialists; Federal, State and Local Environmental Agency Staff; Environmental Educators and Specialists; Environmental Planners; and Public Interest Environmental Professionals.

The Northwest Environmental Conference (NWEC) is the largest, most comprehensive environmental conference & tradeshow in the Pacific Northwest. NWEC’s goal is to provide Northwest businesses, agencies and other organizations with high-quality, low-cost environment training, information, discussion and networking opportunities.

The 2007 Conference continues a 19 year tradition of providing a forum encouraging environmental excellence throughout the Pacific Northwest.

This year's conference will feature field trips, hands-on demonstations and early-bird workshops in addition to consistently relevant conference sessions and abundant networking opportunities.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

• 30 thought-provoking sessions presented in a range of formats

A “101” track that provides basic information to those new to the field or unfamiliar with the topic.
A variety of Advanced Classroom Sessions provide information about emerging environmental issues.
“Roundtable – Hot Topics” offer an opportunity for interactive discussions about controversial issues.
Early Bird Technical sessions offer practical information to those able to “rise” to the occasion.
Advance registration required – hot breakfast included.

• Attendees who take alternate transportation or ride their bike to the conference may enter a drawing to win a prize.

• OSHA HAZWOPER Training - 8 Hour Refresher on December 5, 2007.
Advance registration and additional fee required

• Networking opportunities that allow attendees to discuss the environmental issues affecting their workplace.

• Largest environmental tradeshow in Oregon and Washington.

• Continuing Education credits available for Oregon and Washington State Bars, OSBEELS, American Board of Industrial Hygiene and Institute of Hazardous Materials Management. CEU Information for more information.

• SOLD OUT – Back again this year – a field trip to a local business that demonstrates innovative environmental technologies.
Advance registration and additional transportation fee required.

Whether you need a refresher in environmental regulations, or are looking for new ideas for improving environmental performance, you will find it here!