Category: Introductory

DIV.111-Compostable Products: Benefits and Challenges to Organics Processing Systems-AC20.USCC

This video discusses the challenges and benefits of compostable products in a case study in Sonoma County, California, noting the research conducted and the various experts worked with to overcome these challenges and choose the best strategy. Speakers: Leslie Lukacs Duration: 24 minutes Credits: 0.5 Member Price: $30.00 Non-Member Price: $52.50 Purchase Course Now

DIV.110-Controlling the Upstream-AC22.USCC

Investing in the cleanliness of the feedstock stream before it reaches the facility is an important step that saves time, resources, and money. Your sales team, education and outreach efforts and customer support team can be major assets in this.  As the composter, we have the opportunity to control our streams through these individuals: The… Continue reading DIV.110-Controlling the Upstream-AC22.USCC

BUS.118-Financing Vehicles for Compost Producers-AC22.USCC

Establishing an industrial-scale composting facility is an expensive undertaking. Compost manufacturers report that acquiring and preparing the land, purchasing and installing the equipment, and securing the necessary permits can require anywhere from $500,000 to $2,000,000. For most people who are interested in opening a compost facility, these costs are prohibitive. Normally, entrepreneurs who face high… Continue reading BUS.118-Financing Vehicles for Compost Producers-AC22.USCC

BUS.117-It Takes a Team to Win: How Composting Plays a Critical Role in Zero Waste-AC20.USCC

This video highlights the Mercedes Benz Stadium and their efforts in wanting to create a zero waste, LEED certified, recycling and composting friendly establishment. Partnering with Erth Products, Cowart, and NatureWorks LLC, the companies are able to create their own compost manufacturer, discussing the benefits of team effort. Speakers: Rhett Marlow Duration: 19 minutes Credits:… Continue reading BUS.117-It Takes a Team to Win: How Composting Plays a Critical Role in Zero Waste-AC20.USCC

BUS.114-Social Media in Today’s Business Landscape-AC20.USCC

In the ever-changing world of marketing and advertising, it can be tough to keep up, let alone stay current. This session will educate and inform attendees about: — Social media’s current role in business today — Where B2C and B2B companies should be focusing their time — Basic network by network overview of what it… Continue reading BUS.114-Social Media in Today’s Business Landscape-AC20.USCC

BUS.113-Providing Operational Guidance for Municipalities adding Food Scraps to a Yard Debris Composting Program-AC20.USCC

This video discusses how municipalities can incorporate food waste in their yard waste composting facilities, giving information on the things that must be considered before making a decision. Speakers: Coryanne Mansell, Nora Goldstein Duration: 17 minutes Credits: 0.5 Member Price: $30.00 Non-Member Price: $52.50 Purchase Course Now