Compost Facility Operator Training Course

Net Zero Waste Inc. in cooperation with the University of the Fraser Valley are proud to offer a week long comprehensive course which will broaden your understanding of the composting process and of the operational, technical, environmental, and legal issues related to large-scale composting of organic waste material. When: October 26th until October 30th 2015 Where: Net Zero Waste Abbotsford Composting Facility - 5050 Gladwin Rd

UFV Abbotsford Campus (33844 King Road Abbotsford) Who: This course is recommended for Composting Facility Operators and Managers,

Consultants, Suppliers of Compost Equipment, Public Officials and anyone else involved in organic waste management.

Content: (Topics covered include)

• Feedstock Recovery Feedstock Preparation Composting • Curing, Screening & Refining - Storage & Bagging • Nuisance, Vector and Odour Controls and Best Practices • Marketing of Compost End Products and Possible

Value Adds • Compost Biology, and Process Optimization • Operational Safety, PPE, Facility Design

Considerations

* Registration is limited to 20 attendees so as to maximize individual attention and teaching.

** Each participant will receive a copy of the Compost Facility Operator Training Manual, written by Drs. John Paul and Dieter Geesing to serve as a reference during and after the course.

Cost/Person: Includes daily Coffee/Tea, Lunch, and all transfers:

Early Registration (Prior to September 1st) 850 CAD$ (+ tax) / After Sept.1st, $950 CAD$ (+ tax)

Deadline: RSVP prior to October 16th, 2015. Attendees should expect a hands-on training program, with practical exercises, and a field trip day to view multiple large scale operations in the Vancouver Area. Students are expected to bring appropriate footwear and clothing for work outdoors and in the dirt. (Steel toed boots will be required so as to access operational facilities for the tour day)

This course will include instruction from various leaders within the composting industry including the following: Mateo Ocejo; P.Eng founded Net Zero Waste Inc in 2006 and prior to that spent 10 years working in the environmental industry, most recently with AECOM (formerly known as Earth Tech Canada). During that time, Mateo has provided a wide range of clients with guidance and support with the design and implementation of cost effective environmentally sustainable and publicly accepted diversion strategies. A specific focus has been placed on compost program structure and in-vessel facility design. Net Zero Waste shares in the ownership of four operating, registered and fully compliant facilities within BC.

Dr. Geoff Hill has been active in the waste, energy, and recycling space for over a decade as an entrepreneur, service provider, technology vendor, and consultant. He has completed three degrees at the University of British Columbia; a BSc in Environmental Science, an MSc in plant ecology and soil science, and a PhD in composting and pathogen destruction. He consulted to public agencies during his PhD on remote site waste treatment systems. Shortly after the completion of his PhD he was hired by Harvest Power to address odour issues at the 200,000 ton per year composting facility in Richmond, B.C. where he worked as the General Manager. The Harvest facility sells over 200,000 yards of compost, soils blends, and bagged products each year to self-haul gardeners, landscapers, retailers, organic farms, and bulk supply yards. NZW would also like to thank the following for participating in this educational experience:

• Daryl Todd; Owner - Veratec • John Doppenberg; Owner - Jayendee Farms • Aaron Joe; Owner - Salish Soils: A 1st Nation Success Story • Daryl Goodwin; Owner - Enviro-Smart (fka: West Coast Instant Lawns) • James Reapening; General Manager - Harvest Power Inc. • Barry Azevedo; P.Eng. MASc., Solid Waste / Engineering Manager City of Abbotsford • Konrad Fichtner; P.Eng, Global Waste Practice Leader - Morrison Hershfield • Dirk Gibbs; Facility Manager, Comox Valley Regional District - Net Zero Waste Inc. • Susan Antler & The Compost Council of Canada

Lodging Information A special rate of $100 (+ applicable taxes/night) is being offered at: SANDMAN HOTEL & SUITES ABBOTSFORD 32720 Simon Avenue | Abbotsford BC | V2T 0B8 Phone 604 556 7263 | Fax 604 556 7253 | Direct 604 557 2140 www.sandmanhotels.com This rate includes parking and complimentary high-speed Internet | Denny’s / 24 hour Restaurant with room service | Moxie’s Grill & Bar | Meeting & banquet facilities | Complimentary business centre | Walking distance to West Oaks Mall and Seven Oaks Mall Please contact the Sandman Hotel directly as soon as possible and reference your association with the Net Zero Waste Inc Operator Training Program to make your reservations at this rate. Course Registration Form: October 26th - October 30th, 2015 (Abbotsford) Please complete and send your completed registration form to: Email: info@netzerowaste.com Mail: Net Zero Waste Abbotsford Inc., 5050 Gladwin Rd., Abbotsford, BC. V4X-1X8 Facility Phone: (604)557-7065 Questions: Mateo Ocejo – Cell phone (604)868-6075 ___ Yes! I plan to attend the Compost Facility Operating Practices Course. Name: ___________________________________________________________ Affiliation: ___________________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________ City/Town: _____________________ Province: _________ Postal Code: ________ Telephone: _______________ Fax: _______________ Email: ______________ Method of Payment: □ Cheque or Money Order payable to Net Zero Waste Abbotsford Inc. □ Please charge $ to my VISA or Mastercard Account Number: _________________________________ Expiry Date: _______ Cardholder’s Name (please print): ______________________________________ Cardholder’s Signature: _______________________________________________ Cardholder’s Email Address (for receipt): _________________________________ No cancellations accepted after October 2nd, 2015. The registrant may send a substitute in the event of a cancellation. No-shows will be billed.