Wednesday, August 21 @ 9:30-11 a.m.
ES1. Student Research Presentation Session
The invited Student Scholarship finalists will present their research, with time for Q&A, and will be moderated by Scott Anderson, Haley & Aldrich, GEC Scholarship Committee Chair. Each Finalist will also present their research throughout the conference near the main stage in the Exhibit Hall and be available for your rapid-fire questions as you give your assessment and cast your vote for winners.
Student Scholarship Finalists:
TBA
ES2. Rural and Remote Brownfields – US Hwy. 17 Gullah Geechee Corridor and UST/Petroleum Brownfield Workshops
This is a community-focused workshop to support ongoing rural and remote community goals that address economic development needs in Brunswick, Georgia and critical affordable housing needs in Darien, Georgia. Brownfields Practitioners will facilitate redevelopment steps for Brownfields Reuse. USDA-Rural Development Administration will share options and facilitate discussions on affordable housing programs, financing, and operational aspects. Participants will have the option of joining either housing or Brownfields Reuse discussion. Eligibility for EPA Targeted Brownfields Assessment (TBA) assistance and/or GA EPD Underground Storage Tank (UST) resources to address abandoned USTs will be reviewed. Community participants who have identified sites for reuse will have an opportunity to discuss their project with Brownfield Reuse Practitioners or UST Experts. The workshop features two breakout options: (1) Brownfield Reuse and Economic Development, and (2) Affordable Housing funding and process management options for rural and remote communities.
ES3. GAEP’s Speed Networking Event
The Georgia Association of Environmental Professionals (GAEP)’s Speed Networking event connects you with environmental professionals across Georgia. Score valuable insights, explore job opportunities, and build your network – all in a fun, fast-paced format!
ES4. GEC Studios presents Commissioner Tim Echols
Throughout the full Conference this year, our good friend, Commissioner Tim Echols, will be in our GEC Broadcast Studio recording episodes for his podcast and radio show, Energy Matters. To be on his show, send him an email at psctim@gmail.com or drop by the booth. To hear a show, go to wherever you get your podcast, and search for Energy Matters with Commissioner Echols!
ES5. Energy 2.0
State of the energy market and the shift from the way we currently buy and consume energy. Discussion to include onsite renewable power and battery use, including use on Brownfield properties.