The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality’s Water Quality Workshop provides a forum for discussing surface water and groundwater quality methods, results, and policies. Registration will open on Dec. 15.

• View the agenda.
• Sign up for workshop updates here.

The agency is accepting presentation proposals addressing topics such as watershed management and restoration, nutrient and sediment reduction strategies, monitoring technologies and data management, groundwater and surface water interactions, PFAS and emerging contaminants, community engagement, and policy, regulation, and funding mechanisms.

• Submit a proposal by Nov. 9.

This webinar from the National Association of Wetlands Manager (NAWM) will discuss two aspects of peatland restoration. Speakers will discuss the PeatRestore collaboration, which seeks to provide the knowledge and resources needed to manage peatland ecosystems sustainably, and strategies and challenges for restoring post-agricultural peatlands.

• Register

The Idaho Department of Water Resources and Boise State University will host the Pacific Northwest Water Summit to identify vulnerabilities and opportunities to increase drought and climate resilience across economic sectors that depend on the region’s water resources. State and regional partners from Washington and Oregon will share impacts felt across the Pacific Northwest during the water year. The summit will be held in person in Boise, ID.

• Register

The National Association of Wetland Managers (NAWM) developed this online training on hydric soils for wetland professionals. Learn how hydric soils are formed and how to recognize and interpret the information they provide when observed in the field.

• Module 01: Basics of Hydric Soils
• Module 02: Hydric Soil Processes
• Module 03: Landforms and Landscapes
• Module 04: Using Field Observations of Soils Onsite in Decision Making
  
  • Take the training

Washington Department of Ecology (DEC) is hosting a virtual forum to bring together national and international practitioners to explore solutions, connect researchers outside of individual networks for future collaborations, and maintain momentum toward practical outcomes on 6PPD and 6PPD-quinone. Hear short presentations from 6PPD practitioners and join breakout discussions between 12:00 and 4:00 on Dec. 9 and 10.

• Register

Cornell University’s course, Plastics: Impacts & Action, is designed for educators, community leaders, parents, volunteers, and anyone passionate about bridging environmental education and science, technology, engineering, and math to inspire youth and foster meaningful change. Through this course, you will:

• Learn about systems thinking and apply systems thinking to describe the plastic lifecycle, plastics’ global circulation as goods and waste, and the environmental and health impacts of plastics.
• Explore the feasibility and effectiveness of plastic governance approaches.
• Develop and implement a locally relevant action to address plastic pollution.
• Reflect on the experience and outcomes of your plastic pollution intervention and write a short report describing your action and ideas.
• Participate actively in a global online community of plastic-concerned citizens.
  
  • Register

RACEJT provides environmental job training for unemployed, or under-employed residents, from rural Alaska communities of less than 1,500 people. Zender will offer two sessions in the spring: 

• Session 1: March 20 – April 3
  • Spring Break (at home): April 4 – 17
  • Partial-Day Virtual Classes (at home): April 14 – 16
• Session 2: April 18 – May 1

RACEJT includes 260 intensive hours of classes, 20 + certifications, 10 University of Alaska, Fairbanks (UAF) college credits, and a UAF Occupational Endorsement in Rural Waste Management and Spill Response. 

• Apply for RACEJT by Nov. 28.

Zender is offering the following question and answer sessions at 10:00 Alaska:

• Oct. 7: Join on Zoom. Meeting ID: 859-3621-5983; Passcode: 568498 
• Oct. 14: Call-In Teleconference: 800-309-2350. Passcode: 52626#
• Nov. 4: Call-in Teleconference: 800-309-2350  Passcode: 52626#
• Nov. 18: Join on Zoom. Meeting ID: 859-3621-5983; Passcode: 568498 

EPA’s Water Quality Standards (WQS) Academy provides WQS development and implementation information to WQS professionals associated with the federal, state, tribal and local agencies, as well as the private sector and the public. This 6-day virtual event will run from approximately 8:30am to 1:30 Pacific. Registration will begin this fall. 

• Sign up for the WQSnews listserv for WQS news and announcements.

The deadline to register for the Pacific Northwest Tribal Clean Water Act Training has been extended to Oct. 10.

The training will address Clean Water Act (CWA) programs. including Section 106, Section 319, Section 303(d), water quality standards, and wetlands, and will be useful to Tribes who work on these programs or are interested in pursuing Treatment in a similar manner as a State (TAS) status for one or more programs. The training will be targeted to Tribes who conduct water quality monitoring, issue water quality certifications, and address water quality issues, nonpoint source pollution, and impaired waters/TMDLs. The training will be held in person in Tulalip, WA.

• Register by Oct. 10.

The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) is hosting an in-person air quality training in Juneau, AK, an entry-level course for environmental staff from Alaska Native Communities who are interested in air quality issues. Instructors and participants will explore ways in which Alaska Native Communities can act to solve air quality problems, protect human health, and preserve cultural values. Attendance is encouraged from environmental, housing, and health departments.

• Apply by Oct. 10.

This Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC) symposium will provide learning experiences and networking opportunities for professionals and community leaders working to understand, manage, and protect regional water systems. The symposium will be held in person in Coeur d’Alene, ID. 

• Register

The Tribal Wellbeing for Seven Generations Program from the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) is seeking organizations to host interns working on resilience projects—community outreach, research, art, implementation, and more. These are 10-week, 40-hour/week internships; in-person, hybrid, or virtual; with a dedicated mentor. Join a webinar to learn about this opportunity on Oct. 13, Oct. 22, Oct. 30, or Nov. 14.  

• Attend a webinar.
• To host an intern, apply by Nov 21.

During these monthly calls, the Puget Sound Partnership will give an overview of current funding opportunities on the Partnership’s funding tool, PS RAFT, and provide an open space to talk about funding needs, upcoming projects, and potential collaborations. A guest presenter will speak about specific funding opportunities and other resources.  

• Join the meeting on Zoom at 9:00 Pacific. Meeting ID: 856 1461 1433. Passcode: 462056

The Tribal Green Transportation Training Series focuses on Change Management and Transportation Electrification Planning. This 4-part series from Washington State University (WSU) will cover the latest trends in electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Each session will include a 60-minute education session and 30 minutes for regional or small group discussion. 

• Register for all the sessions
• Register for Session 1: Change Management and Transportation Electrification Planning on Sept. 24.
• Register for Session 2: Vehicles and Procurement on Oct. 29.
• Register for Session 3: Charging and Infrastructure on Nov. 19.
• Register for Session 4: Workforce and Economic Development: How to Keep It Going on Dec. 10.

The Bristol Bay Campus is offering an online course, Home Energy Basics, F120 002 / 7573. To register, call 907-842-5109 or email uafbbcinfo@alaska.edu.

The Bristol Bay Campus is offering an online course, Introduction to Sustainable Energy F120 002 / 75175. To register, call 907-842-5109 or email uafbbcinfo@alaska.edu.

This online course from the Northeast Recycling Council presents a comprehensive introduction to sustainable materials management and recycling practices, ideal for those new to the field. The course offers the essential building blocks for a deeper understanding of sustainable materials and will be held for 2.5 hours each day.

• Register for the September or December course

The Bristol Bay Campus is offering an online course, Home Energy Basics, F120 002 / 7573. To register, call 907-842-5109 or email uafbbcinfo@alaska.edu.

The Bristol Bay Campus is offering an online course, Introduction to Sustainable Energy F120 002 / 75175. To register, call 907-842-5109 or email uafbbcinfo@alaska.edu.

This online course from the Northeast Recycling Council presents a comprehensive introduction to sustainable materials management and recycling practices, ideal for those new to the field. The course offers the essential building blocks for a deeper understanding of sustainable materials and will be held for 2.5 hours each day.

• Register for the September or December course

Attend this course from the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) and the Choctaw Nation to learn how to identify mold contamination, assess the extent of the problem, and develop effective remediation plans. The course will also cover best practices for ensuring successful mold remediation and preventing future contamination. By the end of the course, participants will be able to: 

1. Understand the basic principles of mold biology and the conditions that promote growth.
2. Conduct through mold assessments and identify sources of contamination
3. Develop detailed investigation plans tailored to specific situations
4. Write a scope of work for recommended remediation strategies
5. Conduct post-remediation verification and clearance procedures
6. Apply principles of building science to prevent future mold growth.
    

• Register

This half-day workshop hosted by EPA Region 10 will bring together land managers, air quality professionals, Tribal and state partners, and public health stakeholders to continue advancing collaborative approaches to smoke and wildfire management across the region. 

• Register

Oregon Water Future’s Collaborative is hosting 10 virtual water trainings between September and January. Trainings will discuss where your water comes from, how to read your water bills, how you can support rainwater harvesting, and other water issues important to your community. This program is for community members and leaders who would like to learn about water issues impacting Oregon and how they can help their communities. 

• Apply by Aug. 1

Tribal water quality and water resource staff are invited to the Pacific Northwest Tribal Clean Water Act (CWA) Training Workshop in Tulalip, WA, to learn how to implement CWA programs. The training will address CWA programs including Section 106, Section 319, Section 303(d), water quality standards, and wetlands and will be useful to Tribes who work on these programs or are interested in pursuing Treatment in a similar manner as a State (TAS) status for one or more programs. The workshop will be targeted to Tribes who conduct water quality monitoring, issue water quality certifications, and address water quality issues, nonpoint source pollution, and impaired waters/TMDLs. Tribal staff from across the country are invited, although there will be a focus on examples and applications for Tribes in the Pacific Northwest. The training is being organized by the National Association of Wetland Managers and Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota GeoSpatial Services (SMUMN GSS) in partnership with EPA. The training is free and travel assistance is available. 

• Register

EPA’s Pacific Northwest Tribal Clean Water Act Training will be held in person in Tulalip, WA. 

Tribal water quality and water resource staff are invited to learn how to enhance their program’s capability to implement Clean Water Act (CWA) programs. The training will address CWA programs, including Section 106, Section 319, Section 303(d), water quality standards, and wetlands, and will be useful to Tribes that work on these programs or are interested in pursuing Treatment in a similar manner as a State (TAS) status for one or more programs. The training is targeted to Tribes that conduct water quality monitoring, issue water quality certifications, and address water quality issues, nonpoint source pollution, and impaired waters/TMDLs. The training is being organized by the National Association of Wetland Managers and St. Mary’s University. 

• Register by Sept 19.