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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250625T140000
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SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2025-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250519T185027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T210729Z
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SUMMARY:WRAP Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
URL:https://westar.org/event/wrap-board-meeting-14/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
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SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2025-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250604T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250331T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T164524Z
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SUMMARY:Monitoring Compliance Testing & Source Test Observation
DESCRIPTION:WESTAR’s Training Center will host this training course for state\, local and tribal air quality professional staff working\, or planning to work\, in source testing. \nThis lecture-based course is designed for state\, local and tribal air quality professional whose role is to observe source testing\, evaluate source test methods\, approve test protocols and review source test results as required under various federal and state regulations or as required by issued permits. This class is intended for compliance and field engineers\, scientists and technicians who have responsibility for the above source testing tasks. \nThose completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with source testing and source test methods. This course develops the ability to plan\, guide\, evaluate\, and (after experience on the job) perform source sampling measurements to determine rates of emissions from stationary sources. It clarifies EPA Reference Methods 1 to 4\, and Method 5. The course develops knowledge of the equipment employed\, understanding of why the prescribed methods are established\, and ability to perform the calibrations and calculations which are a part of the reference methods. \nTo ensure that the source test methods utilized to demonstrate compliance are performed according to EPA guidelines\, both agency and industrial personnel will be required to observe stack tests to document that compliance with the methodology is being achieved. This will mean that an observer must be intimately familiar with numerous stack test methods\, each one with its own particular operation. \nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 40 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: \nThere are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal agency staff a $1\,000 registration fee will be charged. \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nCOURSE MATERIALS \nTo register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/monitoring-compliance-testing-source-test-observation-3/
LOCATION:Utah DEQ\, 195 N 1950 W\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
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SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2025-05-28/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250528T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250430T224355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T172020Z
UID:10000328-1748435400-1748440800@westar.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Technical Steering Committee/Workgroup Co-Chairs Coordination Call
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
URL:https://westar.org/event/wrap-technical-steering-committee-workgroup-co-chairs-coordination-call-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250207T191737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T181103Z
UID:10000323-1747990800-1748012400@westar.org
SUMMARY:Electrostatic Precipitators (PERM 242)
DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual\, instructor-led training \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This course is intended for new\, inexperienced state\, local and tribal air quality professionals. \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will help the inspector understand the fundamentals of electrostatic precipitator operation for fine particulate or aerosols and the likely defects or operator oversight. Topics include: theory and design\, cleaning cycles\, operation and maintenance and inspection techniques. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with electrostatic precipitators operations. Attendees will be able to: \n\nList the major industrial applications for ESPs.\nExplain the theory of operation of ESPs\, using appropriate terminology\nDescribe the major types/categories of ESPs.\nList the main things to consider in designing an ESP.\nList the major components of a typical ESP and explain the functions of these components.\nBe aware of how ESP performance can be monitored by operators.\nExplain in detail how to conduct an inspection of an ESP.\n\nTo Register log onto EPA AirKnowledge \nCourse Materials \nCourse Brochure
URL:https://westar.org/event/electrostatic-precipitators-perm-242/
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T153000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250207T191449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T181000Z
UID:10000322-1747904400-1747927800@westar.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Boilers (TOXC 226)
DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual\, instructor-led training \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This course is intended for new\, inexperienced state\, local and tribal air quality professionals. \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: Boilers are one of the most common emission sources and range in use from small fire tube boilers to large utility boilers associated with power plant facilities. The course discusses uses of boilers\, heat transfer methods and fundamentals of operation of modern industrial and utility boilers including those fired by natural gas\, biomass municipal waste and coal (circulating fluidized bed units). The course also discusses steam turbines and power generation. This is followed by a detailed discussion on emissions and control techniques such as Low-NOx burners\, FGR\, staged combustion\, SCR and SNCR. New technologies such as Ultra Low-NOx 9 ppm burners\, applicable federal and local BACT regulations\, permitting requirements and agency inspection procedures and safety concerns are thoroughly discussed. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with industrial boiler operations.  Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of \nindustrial boilers: \n\nAir Pollution – Why\nBoiler Uses\nBoiler Theory and Operation\nAir Pollution Formation\nAir Pollution Control Devices\nBoiler Regulations\nTypical Permit Conditions\nInspection Procedures\n\nTo Register log onto EPA AirKnowledge \nCourse Materials \nCourse Brochure
URL:https://westar.org/event/industrial-boilers-toxc-226-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T154500
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250207T190921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T180916Z
UID:10000321-1747818000-1747842300@westar.org
SUMMARY:Stationary Gas Turbines (TOXC 224)
DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual\, instructor-led training \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This course is intended for new\, inexperienced state\, local and tribal air quality professionals. \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: Stationary gas turbines are popular as combined-cycles\, peaking power plants and cogeneration facilities. The course discusses the uses of gas turbines\, fundamentals of operation of modern turbines with emphasis on state-of-the-art controls to achieve some of the lowest emission concentrations for this source category. The course also discusses combined cycles with HRSG units\, steam turbines and power generation. This is followed by a detailed discussion on emissions and control techniques such as Dry Low-NOx combustors with staged combustion\, water or steam injection followed by SCR and CO catalysts. Applicable federal and local BACT regulations\, permitting requirements\, and agency inspection procedures and safety concerns are thoroughly discussed. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with stationary gas turbines plants. Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of stationary gas turbines: \n\nGas turbine history\, theory of operation\nGas turbine uses\nAir pollution control devices\nGas turbine regulations\nTypical permit conditions\nInspection procedures\nContinuous emission monitoring\nSource testing requirements\n\nTo register log onto EPA AirKnowledge \nCourse Materials \nCourse Brochure
URL:https://westar.org/event/stationary-gas-turbines-toxc-272/
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T152000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250207T190633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T180809Z
UID:10000320-1747731600-1747754400@westar.org
SUMMARY:Incinerators (TOXC 222)
DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual\, instructor-led training \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This course is intended for new\, inexperienced state\, local and tribal air quality professionals. \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will focus on the process\, emission control equipment and inspection procedures of small to medium sized solid waste incinerators. The types of incinerators include biomedical\, pathological\, crematories and commercial heat stripping ovens. This course does not address municipal waste combustors\, biomass or hazardous waste incinerators. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will gain a basic understanding of the general information associated with incinerators operations. Attendees will be able to perform regulatory reviews involving the following elements of incinerators: The following topics will be covered in this course:\n• 3 T’s of combustion\n• Types of combustion\n• Categories of Industrial Incinerators\n• Typical Incinerator Operating Procedures\n• Typical Operational Errors\n• Incinerator Emissions & Control\n• Incinerator Inspection\n• Air Pollution Control Points of Inspection \nTo Register for the Course log onto EPA AirKnowledge \nCourse Material \nCourse Brochure
URL:https://westar.org/event/incinerators-toxc-222-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250512T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250307T172714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T172714Z
UID:10000325-1747038600-1747155600@westar.org
SUMMARY:Air Quality Dispersion Modeling - Pearl City
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This 2-day training course is not intended to produce modelers but rather to focus on atmospheric science principles\, model options\, and configurations\, as well as pre- and post-processing steps that ultimately determine the outcome of the modeling study.  The course will develop a solid understanding of regulatory air dispersion modeling fundamentals combined with the application of this knowledge toward solving real-world air quality challenges. Practical and real-world AERMOD examples will be utilized throughout the course to effectively demonstrate how these topics work together to influence model outcomes.  In addition\, hands-on training is incorporated throughout the training to reinforce concepts. \nThe intent of the course is to empower permit engineers and managers with the knowledge and real-world experience needed to quickly assess the validity of model selection\, configuration\, and results interpretation as related to specific regulatory programs. Emphasis is on explaining and demonstrating important modeling concepts that permit writers and managers must understand to make informed and defensible decisions during the permitting process to ensure the permit conditions meet regulatory requirements. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \n  \nTo REGISTER contact Jeff Gabler: 503-744-0486
URL:https://westar.org/event/air-quality-dispersion-modeling-pearl-city/
LOCATION:Hawaii Clean Air Branch\, 2827 Waimano Home Rd #130\, Pearl City\, 96782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250127T201132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T182921Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Continuous Monitoring Systems (SRCE 104)
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Continuous Monitoring Systems (CMS) training course is 3 days and in-person.  It provides participants with a basic understanding of CMS including an overview of how to perform regulatory reviews and includes key concepts\, terminology\, techniques\, and information on CMS\, including types\, regulations\, analytical techniques\, systems design and components\, performance specifications (PS)\, quality assurance (QA) requirements\, commonly used technologies\, audits/inspections\, and enforcement procedures. In addition to the instructor presentation and lecture\, participants have opportunities to apply their knowledge through practical exercises\, facilitated discussions\, and knowledge check games. \nThere are four modules in this course and an introductory module: \n\nCourse Introduction\nModule 1: Introduction to CMS\nModule 2: Overview of CMS and CMS Design and Components\nModule 3: Performance Specifications\, Quality Assurance\, and Commonly Used Technologies\n\nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $500. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nCourse Materials \nTo Register Log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/introduction-to-continuous-monitoring-systems-srce-104/
LOCATION:North Dakota DEQ\, 4201 Normandy Street\, Bismarck\, ND\, 58507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
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SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2025-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250428T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250307T171543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T172440Z
UID:10000324-1745827200-1746032400@westar.org
SUMMARY:Intermediate NSR/PSD
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This 3-day Intermediate NSR/PSD Permitting training course is for SLT agency personnel who have\, or will have\, permitting responsibilities for major sources.  The objectives of the course are to provide with a high-level understanding of permitting elements\, regulatory requirements\, and policies pertaining to the major permitting programs\, and provide attendees with the knowledge\, skills\, and abilities to identify pertinent regulatory and policy materials\, and the ability to apply these to day-to-day responsibilities and activities. \nMajor Topics Include: \n\nNew Source Review and Prevention of Significant Deterioration Programs – Background and History\nDefinitions\nApplicability\nRequirements\nBACT\nNAAQS Analysis\nNetting Analysis\nIncrement and Other Analyses\nRelationship between NSR and other programs\nEffective Use of Exclusions and Permit Procedures\nPre-Application Monitoring Waivers\nOperating Permits\n\nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fees are $1\,200. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nTo Register Please Contact Jeff Gabler: 503-744-0486
URL:https://westar.org/event/intermediate-nsr-psd/
LOCATION:Hawaii Clean Air Branch\, 2827 Waimano Home Rd #130\, Pearl City\, 96782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000147-1745416800-1745420400@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2025-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250127T191211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T171525Z
UID:10000317-1745310600-1745425800@westar.org
SUMMARY:Air Toxics & Regulating Hazardous Air Pollutants
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION: This two-day course provides an overview of air toxics emission sources that may be regulated under the Clean Air Act. The following topics will be covered:\n• History and Types of Air Toxics\n• Federal Air Toxic Laws and Programs\n• State Air Toxics Programs\n• Exposure and Toxicity Assessments\n• Risk Characterization\n• Compliance Assessment – Federal and State Programs \nCOURSE MATERIALS: Training course materials will only be available electronically. Attendees will receive an online document sharing link for access to materials. It is the attendee’s responsibility for downloading files and for providing the device or media on which to view materials. WESTAR will provide hard copies only for those needing accommodation. \nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 30 attendees. Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff. For federal employees the registration fees are $500. \nTo Register log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge \nCourse Materials: Click Here \nCOURSE BROCHURE: Air Toxics & Regulating Hazardous Air Pollutants
URL:https://westar.org/event/air-toxics-regulating-hazardous-air-pollutants/
LOCATION:Washington Dept of Ecology\, 300 Desmond Drive SE\, Lacey\, WA\, 98503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
UID:10000086-1743688800-1743692400@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2025-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000146-1742997600-1743001200@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2025-03-26/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250106T172248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T211919Z
UID:10000314-1742891400-1743091200@westar.org
SUMMARY:Basic Inspector Training (NACT 350)
DESCRIPTION:LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Those completing this course will have an understanding of the compliance assessment practices that are employed for evaluating air emission sources. The individual will gain an understanding of the following inspector tasks: \n\nRole of the field inspector\nPermit conditions compliance documentation and evidence gathering\nComplaints handling and other inspection investigations\nInspection of air pollution sources\n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTION: The course provides an overview of the aspects of inspection preparation\, the procedures for conducting an inspection\, and follow-up tasks that must be completed after conducting an inspection. Proper procedures are covered for investigating an air pollution complaint\, conducting an inspection\, and gathering evidence of an emission source compliance. The course also introduces various federal environmental laws and regulations to individuals that are new to environmental compliance programs. \nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Materials \nCourse Brochure \nTO REGISTER log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/basic-inspector-training-nact-350-3/
LOCATION:Portland State Office Building\, 800 NE Oregon Street\, Portland\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250324T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250324T163957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T163957Z
UID:10000326-1742819400-1742824800@westar.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Technical Steering Committee/Workgroup Co-Chairs Coordination Call
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
URL:https://westar.org/event/wrap-technical-steering-committee-workgroup-co-chairs-coordination-call-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250306T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250306T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
UID:10000085-1741269600-1741273200@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2025-03-06/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000145-1740578400-1740582000@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2025-02-26/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250206T194119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T142922Z
UID:10000319-1739354400-1739358000@westar.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
URL:https://westar.org/event/wrap-board-meeting-13/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
UID:10000084-1738850400-1738854000@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2025-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250129T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250116T234307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T032319Z
UID:10000315-1738153800-1738159200@westar.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Technical Steering Committee/Workgroup Co-Chairs Coordination Call
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
URL:https://westar.org/event/wrap-technical-steering-committee-workgroup-co-chairs-coordination-call/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20250103T175110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T175740Z
UID:10000313-1738054800-1738245600@westar.org
SUMMARY:Online Effective Permit Writing
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: This online course presents information on the major national programs in air pollution stationary source permitting. This course was designed to provide methods and procedures used to effectively draft and review permit conditions used with a variety of permit programs. This course is designed for personnel of state\, local and tribal permitting agencies who are new to permit programs\, managers of programs which are impacted by permits\, and inspectors who must read and interpret permit conditions. Examples of the various types of permit conditions are presented along with practical exercises. \nMAJOR TOPICS: \n\nIdentification of the components required in a complete permit application evaluation\,\nExplanation of the functions and purposes of each component of a complete permit application\,\nDescription of the characteristics of an effective permit\,\nExplanation of the process\, approaches that can be used to assure an effective permit is produced.\n\nWESTAR’s funding and mission limit attendance at WESTAR’s educational opportunities to staff from government air pollution control agencies. \nCourse Brochure \nTo REGISTER log onto EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/online-effective-permit-writing-4/
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Gabler":MAILTO:jgabler@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000144-1737554400-1737558000@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2025-01-22/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T171123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172232Z
UID:10000083-1735826400-1735830000@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Planning Committee includes air quality planners from the 15 member states. Planners from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-planning-committee/2025-01-02/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20230804T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T172100Z
UID:10000143-1735135200-1735138800@westar.org
SUMMARY:WESTAR Technical Committee
DESCRIPTION:The WESTAR Technical Committee includes technical professionals from the 15 member states. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds including monitoring\, emissions inventory\, and modeling analysis. Technical professionals from Tribal and local air agencies as well as EPA and Federal Land Management agencies are welcome to attend. These calls occur every month on the First Thursday at 2:00 Mountain Time. The purpose of the call is to identify policy issues of concern\, make recommendations and comment on EPA policies and proposals\, and exchange information and expertise on relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in attending these calls\, please contact Jay Baker at jbaker@westar.org.
URL:https://westar.org/event/westar-technical-committee/2024-12-25/
CATEGORIES:Committee
ORGANIZER;CN="Jay Baker":MAILTO:jbaker@westar.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241217T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241220T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T084540
CREATED:20240213T211652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T175008Z
UID:10000284-1734424200-1734712200@westar.org
SUMMARY:Advanced NSR/PSD
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION: WESTAR’s Training Program will host this 4-day Advanced NSR/PSD training course for EXPERIENCED agency personnel who have permitting responsibilities for major sources.  The goals of the course are to provide an in-depth\, high-level understanding of permitting elements\, regulatory requirements\, and policies pertaining to the major New Source Review program.  The training will provide attendees with the knowledge\, skills\, and abilities to identify pertinent regulatory and policy materials\, and the ability to apply these to day-to-day responsibilities and activities.  It will cover case law that is important to the NSR program and tools to enable attendees to identify pertinent regulatory and policy materials. \n THIS COURSE IS FOR EXPERIENCED PERMITTING STAFF WHO HAVE ATTENDED WESTAR’S INTERMEDIATE NSR/PSD TRAINING COURSE. \nSPACE LIMITATION: Registration is limited to 40 attendees.  Air quality staff from the fifteen western states receive registration preference. \nREGISTRATION FEES: There are no registration fees for state\, local or tribal air quality agency staff.  For federal employees the registration fee is $2\,500. \nCOURSE BROCHURE \nCOURSE MATERIALS \nTo Register log on EPA’s AirKnowledge
URL:https://westar.org/event/advanced-nsr-psd/
LOCATION:4300 Cherry Creek South\, Denver\, Colorado 80246\, 4300 Cherry Creek\, Denver\, CO\, 80246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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