News & Events Archive
BURLINGTON COUNTY RURAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE
Wednesday, September 27, 2006 8am - 12pm
At the Rutgers EcoComplex
1200 Florence-Columbus Rd.
NJ Hydrogen Learning Center Symposium 2006: Powering the NJ Hydrogen Economy
Friday, September 15, 2006
Please see the flyer here for all of the information. (PDF 158Kb)
NJ Soybean Board Biodiesel Workshop
Tuesday, August 1, 2006
If you're curious about the difference soy biodiesel can make for your business, join us for the workshop and luncheon. The following topics will be covered:
- The State of the Industry (biodiesel and bioheat)
- Tax Incentives
- Storage and Handling Tips
- The Benefits of Biofuels
- Biodiesel Experiences from Farmers and Distributors
This event sponsored by the New Jersey Soybean Board - "Making Your Checkoff Pay Off"
To register for this event, please contact Debbie Hart at (609) 585-6871.
Bio-Diesel and Waste Vegetable Oil as Fuel - North Slope Farms Demonstration
Monday, July 17, 2006
Thinking about alternative fuels for your personal vehicle or farm? Come learn about converting a diesel engine to run on waste vegetable oil. Dave Rosenstrauss of Fossil Free Fuel will share 4 years of experience converting diesel engines and collecting and filtering used oil. We will look at a converted car and talk about how to apply the system to tractors and other diesel engines to save money and reduce pollution. To register: call NOFA-NJ at (609) 737-6848 or email mazzara@nofanj.org.
Directions to North Slope Farm
North Slope Farm is located at 386 Rock Rd. East in Lambertville, NJ.From the South/95 take the Route 31 North exit. Travel approximately 7 miles and make a left onto Route 579/Rocktown-Lambertville Rd. Make a right on Rock Rd. East. The farm will be the first driveway on your right.
From the North, take Route 31 South to Route 579. Make a right onto 579/Rocktown-Lambertville Rd. Make a right onto Rock Rd. East. The Farm will be the first driveway on your right.
Request for Proposals (RfP) Sought for Lake Characterization Plans
Grant funding available in coordination with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Please see this for specifics.
Stormwater Symposium 2006
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
New Jersey's Stormwater Management Rules require fundamental changes in the planning, design and implementation of systems and structures for managing stormwater runoff. There have also been important new advances in manufactured treatment technologies. The New Jersey Corporation for Advanced Technology (NJCAT) is hosting this seminar to present some of these new technologies and to discuss the guidelines for selection, review and approval of stormwater treatment systems.
Beyond New Jersey, a number of states have agreed to adopt the Tier II Protocol; these states are now collaborating to reach some uniformity or consensus on the protocol’s implementation. How will each state implement technology acceptance under the multi-state Tier II field testing guidance?
The program is designed to provide an active exchange between technology users, vendors and regulators. All participants are encouraged to ask challenging questions and get answers about the technologies and services showcased.
To see the flyer for this event, click here. (18KB PDF)
SWANA NJ Spring Conference
Thursday, April 27, 2006
The New Jersey chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America will be hosting a spring conference focusing on the rapidly changing solid waste industry. Panel discussions focusing on many current issues and technologies will be held.
To see the schedule of events OR register for this conference, click here. (126KB PDF)
Biobased Products Conference
Friday, April 21, 2006
The Rutgers EcoComplex presents an informative overview of purchasing biobased products for state agencies and university personnel. In light of Executive order #76, which states that "All State departments, authorities and instrumentalities with purchasing responsibility shall procure and use cleaning products having properties that minimize potential impacts to human health and the environment, consistent with maintaining the effectiveness of these products for the protection of the public health and safety.", it is imperative that the purchasing community become more familiar with biobased products that are available to help meet the Governor's goals.
Speakers and vendors will discuss green cleaning products and purchasing experiences.
For more information and to register, please call Nancy Belonzi.
On-Farm Alternate Energy Conference
Tuesday, February 28, 2006 (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Hosted at the Rutgers EcoComplex with participation from Cook College, NJAES, Rugers Cooperative Research & Extension, Rowan University, Stockton College, USDA, NJDA, NJCAT and the NJ BPU, this conference is designed to give farmers the basic information they will need to determine if an alternate energy source is right for their business. Farmers, rural businesses, agency personnel and agricultural and environmental educators will benefit from presentations, discussions and trade show displays on the following:
* Energy Efficiency
* Solar Energy
* Wind Energy
* Small-scale Biodiesel
* Geothermal Energy
* Used-oil Heaters and Diesel Engine Conversions
* Wood and Corn Stoves
* Anaerobic Digesters
* Government Supported Cost-share Programs
For more information and to register, please call Lorie Magee at 609-499-3600 x221
Emma Lausten Annual Horticulture Symposium
Wednesday, February 22, 2006 (9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.)
Hosted at the Rutgers EcoComplex by Cook College, NJAES, and Rugers Cooperative Research & Extension, this symposium addresses the water resources and quality issues as they relate to horticulture production and the environment in New Jersey. Top horticulture producers, agri-business interests, agency personnel and agricultural and environmental educators will benefit from presentations, discussions and exhibits on the following:
* Water Resources & Quality in New Jersey
* "There's Money in Water!"
* Designing Greenhouse Systems for Zero Run-Off
* Hi Tech Irrigation
* Water Research at the EcoComplex (including combined aquaculture and controlled agriculture systems
For more information and to register, please call Lorie Magee at 609-499-3600 x221
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July 22, 2005, (8:30am - 12:30pm) Flood NO MORE - A Symposium on Storm Water Management
Last July 12, 2004, Burlington County, NJ experienced one of the worst storms in its history, causing much damage to lakes, streams, and public and personal property. On the anniversary of the storm, Rutgers and Penn State are joining to present an educational symposium to provide information on best practices in storm water management. Experts will present regional case studies; discuss factors that cause flooding and tools to control storm water; and debate storm water management policies issues from a regional prospective. We welcome all municipal and county managers, local planning and township engineers, storm water professionals, related service providers and the interested public. Program Limited Seating! Please Register! Continental Breakfast and Sponsorship By: Presented By: |
July 13, 2005 - Juvenile Justice Commission (JJC) International Day
Click here for photos from the event.
June 30, 2005 - Bacterial Source Tracking: Methods & Applications
June 16, 2005 - Biofuels Workshop
June 14-15, 2005 - National Arbor Day Foundation
June 6, 2005 - National Solid Waste Management Association Presentation & Lunch
June 2, 2005 - NJDEP Solid Waste Management Plan, Public Hearing
May 27, 2005 - Certified Professionals in Erosion & Sediment Control
May 26, 2005 - NJDEP & NJCAT Using the Triad Approach in New Jersey
Thursday, May 26th, 2005 - One day critical information seminar on the Triad Approach
Attend this one of a kind remediation seminar brought to you by the New Jersey Corporation for Advanced Technology (NJCAT) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). You will learn of emerging policies and programs, as well as technologies that can help ensure environmental compliance in New Jersey?s regulatory environment. Particular focus will be placed on the implementation of the Triad approach at the Milltown brownfields site, a complex industrial facility with multiple contaminants, complicated hydrogeology, groundwater contamination, historic fill, and other challenging issues. New Jersey?s commitment to the Triad approach underscores the State?s commitment to streamlining the site investigation and remediation process at contaminated sites without compromising data quality and reliability.For more information and registration click on this link:
http://www.njcat.org/ewebeditpro/items/O56F5167.doc
Sunday, April 17th, 2005 - from noon to 4pm - EcoFest 2005!
Come to the Rutgers EcoComplex on Sunday, April 17th from noon to 4pm for our expanded Earth Day celebration. Our EcoFest festivities will include hands-on activities for kids; tours of the greenhouse and landfill; a professional chef cooking greenhouse-raised Tilapia; suppliers displaying environmental responsible products, including: Barnes & Noble, Staples, Steelcase, Volvo, Honda and Knoll. The highlight of our free family fun-filled event will be a poster contest for children in grades K-6. Prizes will be awarded, including a $50 gift card from Barnes & Noble! There will be lots of fun activities, give-aways and door prizes. Our snack station will sell Jersey Fresh strawberry/blueberry ice cream, soft pretzels, treats and water.
For more information call (609)499-3600 x228 or click here to view the flyer.
Thursday, March 17th, 2005 - Special Eyes on the Environment, S.E.E. - 2005
On Thursday, March 17th the Rutgers EcoComplex has the honor of hosting the Special Eyes on the Environment, S.E.E. - 2005, Spectacular Gala Opening of the Mary Dobbins Children?s Home and School, Exhibition of Environmental Photography. Quite a mouthful! But really, it is a very wonderful exhibit where youth with special needs share with us their view of the environment through photography. The awards event will run from noon till 2 p.m. and we would appreciate a call if you plan to come. There is plenty of space. Please go to this link for more info about the event.
For the brochure, please click here.
The exhibit will be on display in the EcoComplex Atrium until April 18th. Please stop by if you get the opportunity.
