Call for Presentations

Deadline for Submittal – January 19, 2007
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We are pleased to announce the Call for Presentations for the Decon 07’ Conference. This year’s conference will feature three tracks of presentations, two that focus on Deconstruction and Materials Reuse and a third that focuses on Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling. These tracks are intended to reflect the full spectrum of building materials conservation from new construction waste management to materials salvage to the incorporation of reused and recycled materials into new construction.

We are looking for state-of-the-art and innovative presentations related to deconstruction, materials reuse and construction and demolition debris recycling, preferably in the topic areas given below. We welcome videos, demonstrations, discussions and other forms of presentation. We encourage cross-cutting presentations that illustrate salvage, reuse and recycling in one project. We had more presentations submitted at the last conference than we had speaking slots, so we encourage you submit as soon as possible.

Some suggested topic areas are given below. Please indicate in your submittal which track and topic area you feel your presentation best fits. If you are unsure, submit in the “other” category. All presentation submittals will be reviewed by the conference committee for acceptance. Acceptance will be determined and the speaker notified by the date given below. All speakers must register for the conference by the date given below to assure a speaking slot.

Conference Topic Areas
                                                    Deconstruction and Materials Reuse Tracks

• Deconstruction of Commercial and Industrial Properties (Schools, Hospitals, Warehouses, Businesses, Etc.)
• Economics Of Deconstruction
• Innovative Deconstruction Practices & Reuse Case Studies
• Safety Issues (including Hazardous Materials)
• Wage, Insurance, Tax Issues
• Marketing Of Materials and Services
• Cost-Effective Inventory Tracking & Point Of Sales Systems
• Using The Web For Increased Sales And Visibility
• Laws & Regulations Affecting Deconstruction
• Design For Deconstruction/Designing With Reused Materials
• Adding Value To Reclaimed Materials
• Starting Reuse Stores (Feasibility Plans, Business Plans, Budgets, Etc.)
• Deconstruction In Disaster Areas
• Reclaimed Materials Specifications And Standards
• Other

C&D Recycling Track

• Writing construction and demolition waste management specifications.
• LEED MR 2.1 and 2.2 - how to achieve construction waste management points
• Case studies of construction and demolition debris recycling
• Construction debris processing - equipment and methods
• Hazardous materials in demolition and how they affect recycling
• Drywall recycling
• Shingle recycling
• Educating and rewarding contractors
• On site use of recycled materials
• Other

Instructions and Information for Submittal:

• Use the link at the top of the page to  submit your presentation. All information must be filled out to be considered. The conference committee will review your submission and respond by the date given below.
• Full papers accompanying your presentation are encouraged, but not required. You are required to submit an abstract of your talk that will be used to determine selection as well as for publishing in an abstract book for all participants.
• Each presentation slot is limited to 30 minutes including Q&A.
• Conference registration is required for all speakers. See dates below.

Important Dates:

• Deadline for submittal of presentation abstract – Midnight, Jan 19, 2007.
• Official notice of acceptance of presentation (by email) – Feb 9, 2007
• Date by which speakers must be registered to hold speaking spot– Feb 23, 2007

We would appreciate if you can share this Call for Presentations with others who may be interested.

IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
Presentation Submission Deadline: Friday, January 5, 2007 at 11:59 PM, EST
Lodging reservations (via registration site): Friday, April 13, 2007
Payments: All charges must be paid in full by Friday, April 13, 2007. After this date, any changes and/or additions must be paid in full at the time of the change.

Questions? Please contact us!
Decon 2007 • Wisconsin Union Conference Services
800 Langdon St. • Madison, WI 53706 • Phone: (608) 265-9089 • Fax: (608) 265-8299
Email: decon07@union.wisc.edu