Webinars
EPA Region provides Training and Technical Assistance Opportunities as well as Tribal Environmental Webinars. We don’t always list all of them here, so please visit the EPA Region 10 website for the latest information.
Training and Technical Assistance Opportunities
Tribal Environmental Webinars
Upcoming Webinars and Training Opportunities
The Alaska Forum, in Partnership with the EPA & the State of Alaska Offers their Annual No-Cost Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training and a 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
The Alaska Forum, in partnership with the EPA and the State of Alaska, is excited to offer our annual Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training and 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training.
Registration: https://cvent.me/dLXDw4
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
August 17–18, 2026 | BP Energy Center | Anchorage, Alaska
Required 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training (Choose one session below)
- August 3–7, 2026 or
- September 21–25, 2026
The HAZWOPER course is available in person at EMI Offices in Midtown Anchorage or online.
About the Training
The CERT program teaches participants how to prepare for disasters and respond safely during emergencies through hands-on instruction in disaster preparedness, fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster medical operations, and team organization.
The 40-Hour HAZWOPER course provides nationally recognized training on hazardous waste operations and emergency response, preparing participants for careers involving environmental cleanup, remediation, and emergency response.
Travel Reimbursement Available
Participants traveling from outside the Anchorage area who successfully complete both the CERT and 40-Hour HAZWOPER trainings may be eligible for up to $1,000 in travel and lodging reimbursement to attend the in-person CERT training to the first 12 respondents who indicate travel funding need. Funding is limited, and reimbursement is available for eligible participants.
This training is open to Alaska residents who are 18 years of age or older.
To participate in this no-cost training opportunity, participants must complete both the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course and the 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.
If you know individuals in your network who may benefit from this opportunity – including job seekers, tribal environmental staff, local emergency responders, public works employees, environmental professionals, or community volunteers feel free to pass this opportunity along!
EPA’s American Indian Environmental Office (AIEO) – Virtual Informational Session Regarding the EPA Tribal Partnership Network Review – July 29 at 11:30 PDT
This informational session is part of EPA’s ongoing outreach regarding the EPA Tribal Partnership Network (an informal term used to collectively refer to the National Tribal Caucus (NC), media-specific Tribal Partnership Groups, and Regional Tribal Operations Committees (RTOCs)) and their interaction with the EPA. EPA is conducting a first-ever review and feedback gathering effort regarding the operations and structures of the broad EPA Tribal Partnership Network to ensure that the Network is strong and to improve coordination, consistency, and support for Tribal partners who engage with the EPA.
The informational session is scheduled for: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 2:30pm – 4:00pm ET through Microsoft Teams.
DOE Extends Deadline for Tribal Home Energy Rebates Program – Webinar July 28 at 11 am PDT
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released updated guidance for the High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate (HEEHR) Program for Indian Tribes, making up to $218.5 million available to support energy efficiency upgrades in Tribal homes.
All federally recognized Tribes and Alaska Native Corporations are eligible to receive formula awards through the program. The application deadline has been extended to December 11, 2026.
Upcoming Information Session
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 | 11am PT
Register for the information session
DOE will host a virtual information session covering:
- An overview of the Tribal HEEHR Program
- Updated program guidance
- Application process and next steps
- Available technical assistance
DOE encourages participation from:
- Tribal staff
- Tribal Housing Authorities
- Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs)
- Inter-Tribal organizations
- Tribal housing and energy program staff
- States supporting Tribal housing programs
DOE is also offering additional support for Tribes interested in participating in the program.
Questions or requests for technical assistance: irahomerebates@hq.doe.gov
Learn more about DOE’s State and Community Energy Programs: https://energy.gov/scep
Cybersecurity Procurement Checklist Tool Training – Aug 27 from 10:00 – 11:30 am PDT
EPA will demonstrate how to use the Cybersecurity Procurement Evaluation Checklist for Drinking Water and Wastewater Systems to assess and compare cybersecurity vendors.
Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool Training – Aug 26 from 10:00 – 11:30 am PDT
EPA will demonstrate how to use the Water Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (WCAT) to conduct cybersecurity assessments at water and wastewater systems.
Cybersecurity Refresher Training – Aug 19 from 10:00 – 11:00 am PDT
This refresher training for water and wastewater utilities reinforces foundational cybersecurity concepts covered in Cybersecurity 101, 102, and 103.
Cybersecurity 103 Training – Aug 12 from 10:00 – 11:30 am PDT
This training builds on Cybersecurity 102 and provides additional information on threats facing the water sector. Participants will learn about state-sponsored threats, risks to industrial control systems (ICS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, malware, vulnerabilities in human-machine interfaces (HMIs), incident reporting, and available cybersecurity resources.
Cybersecurity 102 Training – Aug 5 from 10:00 – 11:30 am PDT
This training builds on EPA’s Cybersecurity 101 Training for Water Systems and provides deeper insight into cybersecurity for those with basic knowledge, with an emphasis on operational technology (OT). Whether you are an information technology (IT) professional or simply interested in protecting yourself online, this training offers practical skills for navigating today’s digital threats.
Water Sector Cybersecurity Vulnerability Snapshot Quarterly Webinar – July 29 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm PDT
verview of cybersecurity vulnerabilities identified at water systems through EPA’s Proactive Vulnerability Identification Program and CISA’s vulnerability scanning services. Water systems will receive recommended mitigations and resources to help reduce these vulnerabilities and strengthen resilience.
2026 Tribal Community Resilience Webinar Series
Description
Join us for presentations and Q&A focusing on how Tribal Nations, Native Villages, and Pueblos are responding to resilience challenges across regions throughout the U.S.
Together, we will explore these topics on the following dates:
July 2nd – Fish & Wildlife
August 6th – Emergency Preparedness
September 3rd – Food Security
Date & TimeYou can choose to attend one or more of the following sessions.
Jul 2, 2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Aug 6, 2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Sep 3, 2026 12:00 PM Pacific
Completed Webinars
ANTHC Webinar Resources: Change Requests & Budget Revisions for EPA Grants
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) recently hosted a webinar focused on EPA grant change requests and budget revisions, providing practical guidance for Tribes and Tribal organizations managing EPA-funded projects.
The webinar covered two common scenarios:
• Reallocating previously approved travel funds to support an alternative training opportunity when travel is cancelled (such as the cancellation of the Tribal Environmental Leaders Summit (TELS))
• Submitting a formal change request to move unused salary and fringe funds into equipment purchases and other approved budget categories
Participants were reminded to follow their Tribe’s or organization’s internal policies and procedures before submitting change requests or budget revisions to their EPA Project Officer.
If you were unable to attend, the webinar recording is available here:
Recording | Passcode: h=#*T9kL
ANTHC has also made available supporting materials, including:
• Sample completed change request
• Sample SF-424A budget revision form
For technical assistance with drafting a change request or budget revision, contact:
Fred Dahl |fbdahl@anthc.org |tribalcapacitytraining@anthc.org
RTOC Webinar: (Un)Precedented Times: What the President Can and Can’t Do and What That Means for Tribes
Solid Waste Bootcamp: DEC Presentations
You wanted to attend the Solid Waste Bootcamp hosted by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation last week, but something came up? Happily, you can now download the presentations from the Solid Waste Bootcamp web page. Learn about recycling and backhaul, heavy and small equipment operation and maintenance, solid waste 101, burning, personal protective equipment (PPE), solid waste management planning, Class III landfill designs, the 4 C’s (control, consolidation, compaction, and cover), reuse ideas, and more!
Pesticidal Air Treatment Devices: EPA Webinar Recording
On September 6, EPA hosted a webinar about research and regulation of pesticidal air treatment devices. The webinar provided an overview of EPA’s role in regulating pesticidal air cleaning and treatment devices, research on the effectiveness of these technologies against infectious aerosols, and work on developing standardized test methods.
Implications of the Supreme Court’s Sackett Decision for Protection of Wetlands and Waters: NAWM Webinar Recording
On May 25, the U.S. Supreme Court announced its decision in Sackett v. EPA, which established the standard for determining when a wetland, stream, or other water is a “water of the United States” (WOTUS) protected by the Clean Water Act. This webinar hosted by the National Association of Wetland Managers (NAWM) discussed the decision and some of its ambiguities, potential impacts on aquatic resource protection, and possible next steps for states and tribes.
Federal Financial Reports and Closeouts: EPA Webinar Recording
On September 6, Nyketric Singletary, Financial Specialist for EPA’s Research Triangle Park Finance Center, and EPA Region 10 Tribal Coordinators Sophie Manaster and Susan Conbere hosted a webinar for a group of grantees on Federal Financial Reports (FFRs) and closeouts.
R10 Tribal Info Box July Newsletter Vol. II
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Email from Region 10 Tribal Operations Committee Consortium Check out our landing pages for upcoming webinars, grant, and consultation opportunities! July Edition Vol. II 07/20/2026 - 07/31/2026 Greet