This session introduces the Seal of Testing Assurance (STA) Program, which establishes nationwide standards for compost quality. Attendees will gain insights into standardized sampling and lab testing procedures, as well as the certified labs ensuring compost suitability for various applications. The discussion will cover the importance of the Compost Technical Datasheet in providing accurate information… Continue reading USE.318-Compost Standards and the Basics of Specification-AC24.USCC
Author: Alec Resha
VIS.220-American Society of Landscape Architects – Climate Action Plan-AC24.USCC
Emily, the Immediate Past President of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), has dedicated her tenure to promoting the Society’s Climate Action Plan and related resources. Through her advocacy, she emphasizes the importance of understanding and measuring the impact of design decisions, material choices, and implementation strategies. Emily advocates for collaborative efforts to create… Continue reading VIS.220-American Society of Landscape Architects – Climate Action Plan-AC24.USCC
USE.230-Compost and Climate Resilience-AC24.USCC
The session will cover various compost characteristics and their optimal use for soil improvement. It will explore the impact of compost on diverse soil properties such as nutrient availability, water retention, salinity, disease resistance, and bulk density.Speakers: Sally BrownDuration: 24 minutesCredits: 0.5Member Price: $30.00Non-Member Price: $52.50Purchase Course Now
USE.317-Using DNA Sequencing to Improve Compost Products-AC24.CREF
DNA sequencing technology unveils the beneficial microbes present in compost, offering advantages over fertilizers. This technology is pivotal amidst rising fertilizer costs and growing interest in regenerative farming. Understanding how DNA sequencing works and the data it provides can help producers create valuable products for customers, warranting premium prices.Speakers: Laura KavanaughDuration: 25 minutesCredits: 0.5Member Price:… Continue reading USE.317-Using DNA Sequencing to Improve Compost Products-AC24.CREF
USE.316-Compost use in Stormwater Bioretention systems-AC24.CREF
The Compost Research and Education Foundation (CREF) collaborated with the University of Minnesota to conduct research aimed at understanding the optimal use of compost in stormwater bioretention media. The goal was to identify compost characteristics that contribute most to the success of these systems. Through a systematic literature review and a practitioner listening session, the… Continue reading USE.316-Compost use in Stormwater Bioretention systems-AC24.CREF
USE.229-Composting for Soil Health – Principles and Practices-AC24.CREF
This session will explore the link between composting and sustainable/regenerative agriculture, emphasizing the role of microbiology in soil health. Topics include the significance of microbiology in sustainable agriculture, specific composting methods with a microbiological focus (e.g., vermicomposting), creating and using liquid biological amendments from high-microbial compost, assessment methods for microbiology in soils and compost products,… Continue reading USE.229-Composting for Soil Health – Principles and Practices-AC24.CREF
VIS.117-Visions of Scale – A Panel Discussion of Three Compost Entrepreneurs-AC24.USCC
This panel discussion features three successful compost entrepreneurs sharing their firsthand experiences of starting and growing their businesses. Topics include accessing funding, navigating permitting issues, hiring and training personnel, and developing a new business structure. Panelists include Christi Turner, Justin Senbeil, and Michael Robinson.Speakers: Michael Robinson, Justin Senkbeil, Christi TurnerDuration: 1 hours 23 minutesCredits: 1.5Member… Continue reading VIS.117-Visions of Scale – A Panel Discussion of Three Compost Entrepreneurs-AC24.USCC
DIV.225-An Evolving Organics Landscape for Maryland Counties-AC24.USCC
This discussion highlights Maryland’s efforts to advance composting infrastructure in response to nationwide organics diversion mandates. It focuses on increasing processing capacity, developing compost markets, and reducing finished product contamination. Participants will learn from leading Maryland counties and municipalities about their successful organics diversion initiatives and how similar strategies could enhance their own municipal composting… Continue reading DIV.225-An Evolving Organics Landscape for Maryland Counties-AC24.USCC
PRO.226-Improving Process Efficiencies in Biosolids Composting-AC24.USCC
This session emphasizes the importance of operating an efficient composting operation within municipal wastewater treatment facilities, particularly considering rising costs. It discusses establishing a structured business plan using full cost accounting to manage expenses effectively. Additionally, the session explores leveraging pile parameters and material aesthetics to increase throughput and optimize equipment usage on a small… Continue reading PRO.226-Improving Process Efficiencies in Biosolids Composting-AC24.USCC
FAC.227-Overcoming Challenges to Develop Compost Infrastructure-AC24.USCC
This presentation addresses the challenges municipalities face in developing new compost infrastructure in response to recent regulations in California. Using Kern County as a case study, it explores the obstacles involved in siting and constructing a new compost facility, highlighting the strategies employed to overcome these challenges and successfully build a 100,000TPY CASP compost facility.Speakers:… Continue reading FAC.227-Overcoming Challenges to Develop Compost Infrastructure-AC24.USCC