The Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance recognizes that waste reduction training is a critical and integral element of any waste management program. It is critical to North Carolina's waste reduction effort.

In response to this need, DPPEA has enhanced its outreach and training services to provide appropriate and timely training programs for its customers: industries, local governments, state agencies, trade organizations, professional organizations, citizen groups, et al.

DPPEA's staff of professionals is available to conduct various types of training to meet specific needs. Subject content can range from the fundamentals of waste reduction to pollution prevention training for specific processes and/or waste types to courses on topics of particular environmental concern.

Presentations
DPPEA staff is available to make presentations to interested organizations on a variety of topics. These presentations can increase awareness of the environmental and economic benefits or waste reduction.

On-Site Training
DPPEA will conduct a "Train the Trainer" course for either an employee waste reduction team or a group of managers, supervisors or technical staff. This training provides team members with the necessary skills and tools to design and implement a waste reduction program.

Workshops
DPPEA conducts workshops on many different topics. Workshop topics have included:

Training Courses
DPPEA offers two training courses on an annual basis, usually in the fall.

Additional Information
North Carolina State University's Industrial Extension Service*
*ESI members receive 25 percent discount on IES ISO 14001 training.

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