California State University, Chico: March 7-9, 2006
Bell Memorial Union Auditorium

Towards Sustainability: Western Regional Conference and Expo is a collaborative effort between academic, community, government and industry leaders to provide a forum for information sharing, thoughtful inquiry, and enhanced commitment to the benefits of sustainability.

Join us for Towards Sustainability and you will discover:

• Teaching Towards Sustainability - the integration of sustainability concepts across the curriculum
• Proven and emerging renewable energy systems and technologies
• Building industry sustainable practices and resources
• Student life. Learning and applying appropriate technology on campus

Additional Towards Sustainability activities include:

• Exhibitors of sustainable products for the built environment, including furniture.
• Field trips and site visits to highlight renewable energy initiatives
• Poster session, public CAPE forum, and environmental arts activities

Four Conference Tracks! More than 60 Sessions!

1. Sustainability in the Curriculum
Discover sustainable curriculum best practices, including service learning opportunities and integrating sustainability into existing coursework.

• Sustainability in the Curriculum Presenters:
  Nan Jenks-Jay, Middlebury College; Cyane Dandridge, Strategic Energy Innovations; Debra Rowe, Oakland Community College; Christine Flowers, California Integrated Waste Management Board; Christine Hammer, Sustainable Design Resources; Jim Pushnik, Rawlins Professor of Environmental Literacy; Laurie Wermuth, Sociology; Terry Davis, Special Education Programs; Steve Dennis, Recreation and Parks Management; Tom Imhoff, Philosophy; Tracy McDonald, Management; Tim Sistrunk, History; Scott McNall, CSU, Chico Provost; Lee Altier, Chico State Agriculture; Kirk Montfort, General Studies Thematic Program

2. Sustainable Practices for the Built Environment
Explore successful examples of sustainability projects in planning, public policy, new construction, furnishings, maintenance, and deconstruction in both public and private settings.

• Sustainable Practices for the Built Environment Presenters:
  Tom Barrett, Richard Heath and Associates; Bill Orr, California Integrated Waste Management Board; Dan Burgoyne, California Department of General Services; Rod Wille, Turner Construction Company; Pat Soninno, Sasaki Associates; Mark Maxwell, LEED UC Merced; Paul Persons, Environmental Advocates; Bill Yoskowitz, Woodwright Construction; David Ferrier, Community Housing Improvement Program, Petra Unger, EDAW, Curtis Alling, EDAW, Jeff Goldman, EDAW, Matt Bowman, BCM Construction, Kevin Pierce, Farr & Associates, Sara Birmingham, Self-Generation Program, PG&E; Fred Stoenner , Better Building Systems; Robin Trenda, General Contractor; John Enns, Electrical Contractor

3. Sustainable Energy and Economics
Learn the current sustainable energy best practices and model programs, including various applications and technologies.

• Sustainable Energy and Economics Presenters:
  Eileen Burke-Trent, Butte Pioneers and South Butte Smart Growth; David Jaber, Natural Logic; Greg Kalio, Mechanical Engineering; Jeff Wilson, California Energy Commission; Stephen Miller, Program Director, Strategic Energy Innovations; John Talberth and Connie Galambos, Redefining Progress; Adam Browning, Vote Solar; Martha Wescoat-Andes, Butte College; Les Jauron, Butte College Facilities; Mike Miller, Butte College Facilities, and Bruce Enyeart, Butte College Agriculture; Jim Tisher, CSU Fresno, California Water Institute; Anthony Watts, ITWorks, Cindy Wolff, CSU Chico Research Foundation, William Ranalla, Nichols, Melburg, and Rosetto Architects and Engineering; Aldebra Schroll, M.D.,

4. Student Life
Personal sustainability, sustainable school and campus systems, food service, housing, and student government. Presentations on basic sustainability concepts.

• Student Life Presenters:
  Cody Cruz, Environmental Affairs Council; Becca Schwall, Green Campus Program; Andrew Coghlan, Alliance to Save Energy; Stephen Miller, Strategic Energy Innovations; Tom Barrett, Chico Sustainability Group; Hillary Tyree, AS Women's Center; Sean Cummins, AS Women's Center; Fraser Shilling, UC Davis Road Ecology Center; Danielle Baker and Hailie Barnes, RARE; Suzanne Baker, Environmental Affairs Council; Jillian Buckholtz, Sustainability Program, Stephanie Erickson, Associated Students of the University of Oregon, Joseph Green, CSU Chico, Robin DiFalco, Associated Students Recycling, Ben Smith, CALPIRG.

Sustainability Expo!

Business, industry, and government organizations will be on hand to demonstrate the latest in sustainable products, practices, technologies and programs:

• alternative energy systems and products
• appropriate building design
• resource conservation and energy management
• new building, office and home systems and materials
• facility management
• agricultural systems and applications
• recycling services and technologies
• retrofit and remodeling best practices
• waste management practices and products
  
  partial list of exhibitors:
• OM Workspace/Teknion
• Pacific Gas & Electric Clean Air Transportation
• Interface Flooring Systems
• Krueger International
• Knoll Inc./Hogue & Associates
• Haworth/Western Contract Furniture
• Morning Sun Press
• Creative Office Systems
• Waterless Company
• CSU, Chico Mechanical Engineering
  - Portable Photovoltaic (PV) Power System
  - Wind Turbine Display
• SMA America

Who Should Attend?

• Environmental educators, teachers, professors
• Educational program directors
• Students and those interested in the field
• Operations and facility managers
• Building contractors
• Plant engineers
• Environmental consultants
• Architects and interior designers
• Construction managers
• Farmers, ranchers, and food processors
• Property managers, home owners
• Manufacturers
• Community leaders
• Local, county, and state administrators

Register Now!
Click Here: Towards Sustainability Registration or call 530-898-6105

CSU, Chico Faculty/Staff/Students - Fee Waivers and Scholarships Available.

For More Information
Please contact CSU, Chico Continuing Education at 530-898-6105 or email rce@csuchico.edu.

Keynote speakers include:

Nan Jenks-Jay,
Director of Environmental Affairs,
Senior Lecturer in Environmental Studies, Middlebury College, VT
Debra Rowe,
Senior Fellow in Education for Sustainability, University Leaders for a Sustainable Future, ULSF, Professor of Renewable Energies and Energy Management, Oakland Community College, CA
Matthew St. Clair
Sustainability Specialist, University of California Office of the President
Geoffrey Chase,
Dean, Division of Undergraduate Studies, San Diego State University

CSU, Chico Students: click here for a Sustainability Conference Scholarship Application!

Professional Development for CSU, Chico Faculty & Staff: click here for a Sustainability Conference Fee Waiver Application!

Toward Sustainabily Factsheet
Click above to view or print a pdf factsheet for the conference and expo!



Towards Sustainability welcomes the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.
AASHE Members receive a special conference enrollment discount.
Travel and accommodation information

Call for Exhibitors!
We still have exhibit space. Take advantage of this promotional opportunity and exhibit at
Towards Sustainability.

Please complete the exhibit form and return via fax to 530-898-4020 or email to jsterling@csuchico.edu