Tuesday, April 16, 2024
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (MST)
SOAR Opening Keynote & Awards Presentation
South Ballroom

Join us for the opening session of SOAR 2024. We will be recognizing extraordinary solid waste professionals and organizations.

Our Keynote Panel: Innovative Circular Economy Solutions Through Partnerships and Technology

The Phoenix region is pursuing innovative approaches to sustainability. This discussion will focus on embracing technology and pursuing partnerships to advance resource management. The panel members will share their diverse perspectives on how collaboration between the public sector, industry partners, universities, and other stakeholders can provide new opportunities. Join us to learn about a plastics recycling microfactory, 3D printing for recycling, food waste prevention and composting initiatives, grants for MRF upgrades, redevelopment of a closed landfill into a food innovation center, and more!

Tyler Eglen Cody Marshall Jake Taylor Amanda Jordan Mariatu Kabba