Environmental Learning Conference

Starts:  Apr 11, 2018 05:30 PM (CT)
Ends:  Apr 13, 2018 04:00 PM (CT)

The MEA Environmental Learning Conference is designed by and for utility and consultant personnel. Topics such as decommissioning, MGP, and CCR are covered through industry-expert presentations and peer-to-peer learning over two days.

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE
Download the most current detailed agenda. 

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM        Safety Presentation (hosted at Burns & McDonnell)
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM        Burns & McDonnell Presentation & Tour
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM        Welcome Reception
                                      Sponsored by Burns & McDonnell


Thursday, April 12, 2018

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM         Networking Breakfast & Exhibits
                                       Sponsored by Amec Foster Wheeler, Atwell LLC, GHD
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM         Welcome
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM       Decommissioning Panel
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM     Networking Break & Exhibits
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM     MGP Block
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM       Networking Lunch

                                       Sponsored by Atwell LLC, Sevenson Environmental Services, Inc.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM         Natural Resources Panel
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM         Networking Break & Exhibits
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM         Regulatory Update Block
4:30 PM                          Distinguished Environmental Professional Award Presentation
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM         Optional Activity | Arabia Steamboat Museum Tour & Dinner*

                                    Sponsored by Atwell LLC, Environmental Design International inc., SET Environmental

Friday, April 13, 2018

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM         Networking Breakfast & Exhibits
                                       Sponsored by Amec Foster Wheeler, Atwell LLC, GHD
8:15 AM - 9:45 AM         CCR Block
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM       Networking Break & Exhibits
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM     Miscellaneous Block
12:00 PM                       Adjourn


Optional Activity* - Thursday, April 12, 2018
Arabia Steamboat Museum Tour & Dinner - $125 (non-utility attendees) | complimentary for utility attendees

The Arabia Steamboat Museum is a unique Kansas City attraction: a time capsule of life on the American frontier in the mid-nineteenth century. It is not your typical museum. Visitors have the one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the everyday objects that made life possible for pioneers in the 1800s. It is the largest single collection of pre-Civil War artifacts in the world. Transportation, museum tour, and dinner are included. 

LOCATION
Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

4445 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
1 (816) 531-3000


Hotel Reservations

Call the hotel directly at 1 (800) 810-3708 by March 28, 2018 to receive the $163 nightly rate. This rate is offered three day pre- and post-conference and is subject to availability. To take advantage of the rate before or after the conference, please call the hotel.

Air Travel

The closest airport is the Kansas City International Airport (MCI). 

Transportation

  • Classic Car Service | (866) 546-6490 | reservation required
  • Estimated taxi fare: $65 (one way)
  • Driving directions from the airport to the hotel 

Parking

On-site parking is available at a negotiated rate of $10 daily.
Valet parking is available at a rate of $21 daily.

REGISTRATION
Registration Rates

  • Member* Utility Rate** - $350/person
  • Non-Member Utility Rate** - $400/person
  • Member* Non-Utility Rate - $550/person
  • Non-Member Non-Utility Rate - $750/person
  • Optional Arabia Steamboat Museum Tour & Dinner Rate - $125 (non-utility attendees) | complimentary for utility attendees
  • Exhibit Space - $100/booth (space only; booth staff not included)

*Member company attendees will need to log in to receive the member rate. If you do not yet have a login or cannot remember your login, please contact Marcia Herron at (651) 289-9600 x116. 

Check if your company is an MEA Member. Memberships are company based, so if your company is a member, you are a member, and will recieve the MEA Member rate if you log in. 

Register here. 

Special Promotion**

MEA is offering a special promotion to attendees for utility companies. Buy one utility registration, get one complimentary registration for an attendee from the same company. To redeem this offer, check either the "Member Utility Rate" or "Non-Member Utility Rate" registration, which will prompt a promo code box. Input promo code bogoutility for the one free registration for each purchased registration; then select ‘apply’. If you have any questions, please email staceyb@MEAenergy.org.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received 10 working days prior to the conference are refundable less a $35 service charge. Cancellations within 10 days of the conference are non-refundable. Substitutions may be made at any time.

Consent to Use Photographic & Video Images

Registration and attendance at or participation in MEA and Energetic Women meetings, events, and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to MEA, Energetic Women, and paid speakers the use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities for promotional purposes.

MORE CONFERENCE INFORMATION
Exhibits

Technology and consultant companies are invited to share with conference attendees by exhibiting their products and services. Exhibit spaces are arranged in or near the conference area for the highest exposure. Booth spaces are $100 each and may be reserved while registering. The price of your booth space includes: 

  • Conference attendee list
  • 6 ft skirted table, 2 chairs (exhibits may be free-standing or tabletop displays)
  • Electrical
  • Note: Booth space does not include any attendees

Limited to 10 booth spaces; filled on a first come, first served basis. 

Distinguished Environmental Professional Award

This award was established in 2016 to recognize an individual who has made significant contributions in the environmental area of the energy industry. Learn more and nominate a deserving individual for the MEA Distinguished Environmental Professional Award before January 1, 2018. Download the nomination form

Professional Development Hours (PDHs)

Participation in the MEA Environmental Learning Conference may qualify for Professional Development Hours in certain jurisdictions that meet qualifications. MEA will provide a PDH certificate to all conference attendees. Please note: Each state has specific professional development hours and / or continuing education requirements. Attendees wishing to earn credit are responsible for complying with necessary mandates and maintaining accurate records. 

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Location

4445 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64111