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March 28, 2024 Luncheon
Thursday, March 28, 2024, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Category: Events

TAEP March Luncheon Meeting (in person and virtual)

Thursday March 28, 2024  Note: Date Change

Speaker: Brita Minin, Geologist, Terracon

Topic: Environmental Challenges in the Reused and Recycled Plastic Resin Industry

Speaker Bio: 

Brita Minin is a Staff Geologist at Terracon Consultants, Inc. Ms. Minin has a bachelor’s degree in physical geography with a minor in geology from Texas State University and is certified as a geoscientist in training (GIT). She has over eight years of experience in various aspects of geoscience, including core analysis, environmental testing, asbestos fiber analysis, renewable biofuel outreach, and environmental interpretation. Currently, she specializes in environmental compliance and regulation, with experience in developing SPCC, SWPPP, Waste Reduction, Industrial and Hazardous Waste, EPCRA/SARA Tier II, and individual wastewater permitting plans and reports, as well as conducting compliance training, inspections, and assessments. She is passionate about applying her knowledge and skills to help clients solve complex problems and achieve their goals.

 Environmental Challenges in Plastic Resin Manufacturing

Plastic resin manufacturing is a vital industry that produces materials for various applications, from commercial to everyday items. However, this industry also faces significant environmental challenges, such as the use of non-renewable resources, high energy consumption, and end-of-life waste. These challenges pose threats to the environment, society, and the economy, and require urgent solutions. In this presentation, we will explore the current state of plastic resin manufacturing, the main sustainability issues it faces, and the potential ways to address them. We will also discuss the benefits and challenges of adopting sustainable practices in plastic resin manufacturing, and how they can help the industry achieve its goals while minimizing its environmental impact.

 

Registration available here

Location:
Cadillac Bar and Grill Houston
1802 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77007
713-862-2020
Where to Park and Meeting Room Entrance for Cadillac Bar

 

Virtual Link will be provided the evening before and morning of Virtual Event

Registration Type

  

Member Registration
In-person/Virtual

  

Non-Member Registration
In-Person/Virtual

  

Non-Members/Public

  

 

  

$45 / $20

  

General Member/Corporate

  

$35 / $20

  

$45 / $20

  

Regulatory/Non-profit

  

$25 / $10

  

$35 / $10

  

Associate/Spouse/Alumni/Senior

  

$25 / $10

  

$35 / $10

  

Student/Unemployed

  

$20 / $5

  

$30 / $5

  

Regulators and students please contact:  [email protected] for a discount code.
Reservations for this meeting must be received no later than 11:59pm on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, via the TAEP web site, or a $10 late fee will be assessed.  Please Register EACH attendee separately when making reservations.
 
We are able to accept your American Express, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card at the door.  To pay by check or at the door select "Invoice Me" when registering. All checks should be made payable to TAEP.
 
Walk-ins will be accommodated on a space-available basis only and will incur a $10.00 surcharge. Cancellations after Midnight on March 27th as well as no-shows will be invoiced.  Substitutions are allowed without penalty.