Environmental Leadership Learning Conference

When:  Mar 12, 2019 from 07:30 PM to 06:00 PM (CT)

The MEA Environmental Leadership 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

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Time TBD                      Golf (tee times) - if you are interested in golfing with conference attendees, please contact Chad Tameling
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM        Welcome Reception


Wednesday, March 13, 2019

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM         Networking Breakfast & Exhibits
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM         Welcome
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM       Waste Management Panel
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM     Networking Break & Exhibits
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM     Natural Disasters Block
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM       Networking Lunch

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM         Environmental Management Block
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM         Networking Break & Exhibits
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM         Case Studies
4:30 PM                          Distinguished Environmental Professional Award Presentation
5:30 PM - 10:00 PM       Optional Activity | Spring Training Game*


Thursday, March 14, 2019

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM         Networking Breakfast & Exhibits
8:15 AM - 9:45 AM         Decommissioning Block
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM       Networking Break & Exhibits
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM     Security, CCR and Miscellaneous Block
12:00 PM                       Adjourn


Optional Activity* - Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Spring Training Game - $50 (non-utility attendees) | complimentary for utility attendees

Please join us to watch the Los Angeles Angels take on the San Diego Padres in an evening spring training game at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Transportation provided. Food and beverage on your own.  

LOCATION
We-Ko-Pa Resort & Conference Center

10438 N. Fort McDowell Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85264
(480) 789-5300


Hotel Reservations

Reserve your room online by February 12, 2019 to receive the $175 nightly rate. This rate is offered three days pre- and post-conference based on availability.

Air Travel

The nearest airports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), an estimated 24 miles from the hotel, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), an estimated 34 miles from the hotel. 

Transportation

Parking

Onsite parking is complimentary. 

REGISTRATION
Registration Rates

  • Member* Utility Rate** - $350/person
  • Non-Member Utility Rate** - $400/person
  • Member* Non-Utility Rate - $600/person
  • Non-Member Non-Utility Rate - $750/person
  • Optional Spring Training Game - $50 (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.

Click here to check if your company is an MEA Member Company. Members are company based, so if your company is a member, you are a member, and will receive the MEA Member rate if you log in. 

If you work for an MEA Member Company and have attended the conference before, or know that you have a login but forgot your password, please click here and enter your email address. Your password will be emailed to you immediately. 

If you work for an MEA Member Company but do not yet have a login, you will need one to get the member rate. Please click here to request login information. You will receive an email confirmation with your login information within 24 hours. 

If your company is not an MEA Member, you may continue to register at the Non-MEA Member rate.

Register here. 

Special Promotion**

MEA is offering a special promotion to attendees from 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 (optional)
  • Note: Booth space does not include booth personnel. 

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 11, 2019.

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 upon request. 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

10438 N. Fort McDowell Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85264