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Get to the Point at the Centennial Annual Conference in PittsburghChristine todd WhitmAn to Keynote

A century ago, smoke inspectors from some of the largest cities in the United States and Canada convened in Milwaukee, WI. They gathered because, in light of the burgeoning societal nuisance of smoke, they recognized the need to share effective pollution control strategies. From recommendations made at the meeting, they adopted a resolution calling for the regulation of smoke by state legislation, rather than municipal ordinances.

That 1907 meeting was the first of the International Association for the Prevention of Smoke—a forerunner to today’s Air & Waste Management Association (A&WMA). This summer, A&WMA will celebrate its Centennial with its 100th Annual Conference & Exhibition. The meeting will take place in Pittsburgh, PA, June 26–29, 2007, returning to the city that has served as its longtime home.

The centennial conference not only will feature events that pay tribute to the Association’s 100-year history, but it also will demonstrate the staying power of the conferences themselves. After all, not every trade association gets the opportunity to celebrate 100 years of annual meetings. Yet, A&WMA has a longstanding tradition of playing a vital role in the field of environmental man-agement, largely by hosting forward-thinking conferences and meetings that—like the one a century ago—reinforce the Association’s role as a neutral forum for open discussion and debate of the science and policy issues of the day.

This year’s conference is no exception. It will feature a keynote address from Christine Todd Whitman, former Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and former Governor of New Jersey. Governor Whit-man continues to be a highly respected and influential leader on environmental issues affecting communities, nations, and private industries. As EPA Administrator, she promoted com-mon-sense environmental improvements, such as watershed-based water protection policies; championed regulations requiring nonroad diesel engines to reduce sulfur emissions by more than 95%; and established the first federal program to promote redevelopment and reuse of brownfields.

The speaker lineup also features Carnegie Mellon University Professor Lester Lave, an internationally renowned expert on the relationship between environmental issues and political economies. Professor Lave’s recent work deals with developing public policy concerning greenhouse effects in view of large uncertainties about the magnitude and timing of these effects. He is the head of the university-wide Green Design Initiative, which works with businesses

and government agencies to address the fundamental prob-lems in pollution prevention.

Get Connected with the technical ProgramWith well over 100 sessions covering a range of air, envi-ronmental management, and waste issues, the technical program is certain to include plenty of information that’s highly relevant to every attendee. Paper and poster sessions will address issues from climate change to renewable energy to indoor air quality. Other highlights include sessions on New Source Review (NSR) reform, Title V compliance, and environmental risk assessment and risk management.

Get inspired by the Critical reviewHow have the establishment and implementation of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the passage of the landmark 1970 Clean Air Act Amendments contributed to the evolution of air quality management in the United States? While the system has resulted in tremen-dous improvements in air quality, it has been far from perfect in terms of timeliness and effectiveness.

This will be the focus of the 2007 Critical Review: “Will the Circle Be Unbroken? The Role of the U.S. National Ambient

Air Quality Standards in Air Quality Management.” Authored and presented by John Bachmann, recently retired Associate Director for Science/Policy and New Programs for EPA’s Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, the review will examine the evolution of the system across several periods in the history of the U.S. program.

The discussion will evaluate how well the different NAAQS worked to drive implementation and how improve-ments in health and air quality/control science influenced policy and legislation to improve the effectiveness of the system over time. It will conclude with lessons learned from experiences to date, identifying key issues and challenges that will confront air quality management in the future. The Critical Review takes place Wednesday, June 27, 2007.

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A view of the Point.

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Get noticed at the exhibitionFor those looking for the latest environmental products and services, this year’s exhibition will bring together hundreds of companies in the fields of air and waste management. The exhibition also will be the most dynamic showcase of environmental products, technology, and services in the world, including analytical, instrumentation, laboratory, and monitoring equipment.

In addition, EPA will maintain a strong presence, pro-viding an opportunity for networking with representatives from several agency programs and initiatives, including the Environmental Technology & Verification Program, the National Environmental Performance Track, and WasteWise, EPA’s voluntary waste-reduction partnership program.

Get recharged in PittsburghWell known for its dramatic transformation from “the smoky city” to a shining, modern metropolis, Pittsburgh is more than A&WMA’s longtime home, it’s simply a great place to visit. Here are just a few reasons why:

David L. Lawrence Convention Center: Stunning design, an abundance of natural light, and a waterfront location combine for an ideal conference location in the heart of downtown. The David L. Lawrence Convention Center is the first “green” convention center in the United States.

Easy access: J.D. Power & Associates recently rated Pitts-burgh International Airport as the best in the United States and number two in the world. And 50% of the U.S. population is just an 8-hour drive or 90-minute flight from Pittsburgh.

Culture: A short walk from the convention center and down-town hotels, Pittsburgh’s Cultural District bustles with abun-dant theater, nightlife, and dining opportunities. Check out the city’s world-class symphony, acclaimed ballet, and renowned opera. Take in the eclectic installation art and classic collections at the Carnegie, Frick, and Andy Warhol museums. Or make time to explore the nearby countryside with a visit to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater.

PNC Park: Summer is the perfect time to visit PNC Park, named baseball’s best by ESPN and just a short walk from the convention center.

Sights: Pittsburgh’s natural beauty blends perfectly with its urban landscape. Take advantage of rowing, fishing, and a great system of riverfront trails—all right downtown. Or ride one of the historic incline railways that scale the city’s Mount Washington for a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline.

For more information on Pittsburgh, visit the Greater Pittsburgh Convention and Visitors Bureau at www.visit-pittsburgh.com. To keep abreast of Annual Conference & Exhibition developments, visit and bookmark www.awma.org/ace2007, or call A&WMA Member Services at 1-800-270-3444. em

St. Mary of the Mount Church, Mount Washington.

A view of the Allegheny River from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

The Andy Warhol Museum.

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Edith M. ArdiEntE rEcEivEs PhiliPPinE PrEsidEnt’s AwArdEdith M. Ardiente, vice president of environmental affairs for International Truck and Engine Corp., Warrenville, IL, and a past president of A&WMA, was awarded the prestigious Pamana Ng Pilipino (Heritage of the Filipino) Award by Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo at ceremonies held on December 7, 2006, at the President’s Malacanang Palace in Manila, Philippines.

In conferring the Pamana Ng Pilipino Award, President Arroyo extolled Ardiente’s “exemplary achievements as an environmental manager who advocates balance between industrial progress and environmental protection and her successful leadership of an international association of environmental professionals, the Air & Waste Management Association.”

The Presidential Awards for Filipino individuals and organizations overseas is a biennial awards system created by an Executive Order in 1991 and managed by the Commis-sion on Filipinos Overseas to give recognition to Filipinos and other individuals and organizations that contribute to Philippine development and progress or promote the interests of overseas Filipino communities. The Pamana Ng Pilipino Award, one of the four categories of the Presi-dential Awards, is “conferred on Filipinos overseas, who, in exemplifying the talent and industry of the Filipino, have brought the country honor and distinction in the pursuit of their work or profession.”

On December 7, 2006, President Arroyo honored 48 awardees, 30 individuals, and 18 organizations based in 14

Edith M. Ardiente (right) accepts the Pamana Ng Pilipino Award presented by Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo in December 2006.

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countries. This year’s awardees were selected from a total of 158 nominations from 20 countries through 30 Philippine embassies and consulates.

Ardiente is the top environmental officer of Inter-national Truck and Engine Corp. She is responsible for establishing corporate environmental policies and guide-lines and providing technical and regulatory assistance to all of International’s locations and operations. Under her leadership, the company has been recognized for its environmental excellence and leadership as evidenced by more than 100 environmental awards received by its operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and India. These awards were mostly for pollu-tion prevention efforts with documented savings of more than US$80 million.

In 2005, Ardiente served as president of A&WMA and keynoted the Philippine A&WMA Section’s Annual Conference on “Clean Fuels and Vehicles—Solution to Urban Pollution” held in Manila, Philippines.

BArBArA toolE o’nEil rEcEivEs sciEntific And EnginEEring ExcEllEncE AwArdBarbara Toole O’Neil has received the Tetra Tech EMI Scientific and Engineering Excellence Award. This award recognizes the accomplishments of an employee who, through demonstrated leadership and technical achievement in science or engineering, has helped Tetra Tech EMI build its reputation as a globally recognized leader in the technical and engineering marketplace.

In receiving this award, O’Neil exemplifies all of these qualities. Her technical skill and knowledge of the power industry and air regulations have enabled the company to signifi-cantly expand the type of work and cli-ent base for work in the air and energy arenas. O’Neil has more than 20 years of experience in environmental proj-ects as a research manager, regulator, and lead engineer focusing on air and multimedia issues for industry. As demonstrated by approximately 105 publications and three U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awards, O’Neil is a recognized U.S. expert in the air and energy fields. Specifi-cally, she is a published expert on trace elements in fuels and combustion.

Owing to O’Neil’s knowledge and expertise, Tetra Tech EMI has won several recent jobs related to greenhouse gas emissions inventory and audit work. With foresight into the potential of the climate change services market, O’Neil became a certified lead auditor for the California Climate Action Registry, and due to her leadership in this area, the company has seen a meteoric rise in work and opportunities related to climate change.

As an active A&WMA member, she has served on the A&WMA Board of Directors for the past two years, includ-ing one year as vice president. em

Barbara Toole O’Neil