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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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20 recycling Events Found
Preschool Recycled Art: Stained Glass Rocks
In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can follow along and leave that day with their very own finished projects.
Children's Classroom
$20.00 - $20 per...
$20.00 - $20 per child per class. All materials included.
3/4/26
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Mar
4
Preschool Recycled Art: Stained Glass Rocks
In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can follow along and leave that day with their very own finished projects.
$20.00 - $20 per...
$20.00 - $20 per child per class. All materials included.
In-Person
Mar 4, 3:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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E-Waste Recycling Event
Sponsored by Western students and Dynamic Recycling. Accepted items: modems, cable boxes, speakers, mice, PCs, network equipment, phones and mobile devices, keyboards, gaming systems, LCD monitors ONLY, laptops, printers. Waste must be transported in a trunk, pickup bed, or trailer.
LaCrosse Campus, parking lot H
Free
3/13/26
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Mar
13
E-Waste Recycling Event
Sponsored by Western students and Dynamic Recycling. Accepted items: modems, cable boxes, speakers, mice, PCs, network equipment, phones and mobile devices, keyboards, gaming systems, LCD monitors ONLY, laptops, printers. Waste must be transported in a trunk, pickup bed, or trailer.
Free
In-Person
Mar 13, 3:00 PM ET
02-09-2026
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Junk Journal Book Binding
Sew your own personalized junk journal using repurposed materials with book binding techniques
Reconsidered Goods
Free
3/15/26
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Mar
15
Junk Journal Book Binding
Sew your own personalized junk journal using repurposed materials with book binding techniques
Free
In-Person
Mar 15, 6:00 PM ET
Sourced:
https://reconsideredgoods.org/
02-10-2026
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Hands-on Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Workshop - March 2026
This hands-on, laboratory-based introductory workshop provides a broad overview of basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing, including pulping, bleaching, chemical recovery, recycling, papermaking and converting. Course consists of morning presentations and afternoon hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant exercises. Participants will run pilot plant paper machines and conduct various lab experiments. Limited to 42 participants for maximum effectiveness.
NC State University
$2,000.00 - Regi...
$2,000.00 - Registration fee includes course materials, meals, certificate
3/16/26
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Mar
16
Hands-on Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Workshop - March 2026
This hands-on, laboratory-based introductory workshop provides a broad overview of basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing, including pulping, bleaching, chemical recovery, recycling, papermaking and converting. Course consists of morning presentations and afternoon hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant exercises. Participants will run pilot plant paper machines and conduct various lab experiments. Limited to 42 participants for maximum effectiveness.
$2,000.00 - Regi...
$2,000.00 - Registration fee includes course materials, meals, certificate
In-Person
Mar 16, 1:00 PM ET
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Free Electronics Recycling Collection - Norristown, PA
PRC E-Waste Collection event accepting various electronic items including TVs (1 free per registration), computers, monitors, printers, laptops, tablets, phones, and more. Additional TVs accepted for a fee. Sponsored by Dow and PECO, in partnership with Elmwood Park Zoo, The Municipality of Norristown, Keep Norristown Beautiful, and Reworld.
Elmwood Park Zoo Parking Lots
Free drop off fo...
Free drop off for most items. Additional TVs: $30 for CRT or Flat Screen, $40 for rear projection or console
3/24/26
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Mar
24
Free Electronics Recycling Collection - Norristown, PA
PRC E-Waste Collection event accepting various electronic items including TVs (1 free per registration), computers, monitors, printers, laptops, tablets, phones, and more. Additional TVs accepted for a fee. Sponsored by Dow and PECO, in partnership with Elmwood Park Zoo, The Municipality of Norristown, Keep Norristown Beautiful, and Reworld.
Free drop off fo...
Free drop off for most items. Additional TVs: $30 for CRT or Flat Screen, $40 for rear projection or console
In-Person
Mar 24, 2:00 PM ET
Electronics
Recycling
E-Waste
Environmental
Sustainability
Technology
Community
Free
Electronics Disposal
02-11-2026
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Preschool Recycled Art: Tin Foil Name Prints
In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 2-5 who are interested in learning and implementing new painting techniques and styles, accompanied by a parent or guardian. No prior experience is necessary! Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can leave that day with their very own finished projects. Two sessions available: 10:00AM and 11:00AM.
Children's Classroom
$20.00 - $20 per...
$20.00 - $20 per child per class. All materials included.
4/1/26
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Apr
1
Preschool Recycled Art: Tin Foil Name Prints
In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 2-5 who are interested in learning and implementing new painting techniques and styles, accompanied by a parent or guardian. No prior experience is necessary! Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can leave that day with their very own finished projects. Two sessions available: 10:00AM and 11:00AM.
$20.00 - $20 per...
$20.00 - $20 per child per class. All materials included.
In-Person
Apr 1, 2:00 PM ET
Art
Recycling
Environmental Science
Hands-On Learning
Creativity
Stem Education
Sustainability
Preschool
Materials Science
02-11-2026
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Spring Break Camp
Monday, April 6 - Friday, April 10. Keep the learning and fun going this spring break at EdVenture! Our Spring Break Camp is designed for curious kids ages 5-10 and is packed with hands-on activities, creative exploration, and plenty of play throughout the museum. Includes Community Helper HQ (Ages 5-6), Trash to Treasure (Ages 7-8), and Story Central (Ages 9-10).
EdVenture
$185.30 - Member...
$185.30 - Members: $185.30 per child, Non-Members: $218 per child
4/6/26
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Apr
6
Spring Break Camp
Monday, April 6 - Friday, April 10. Keep the learning and fun going this spring break at EdVenture! Our Spring Break Camp is designed for curious kids ages 5-10 and is packed with hands-on activities, creative exploration, and plenty of play throughout the museum. Includes Community Helper HQ (Ages 5-6), Trash to Treasure (Ages 7-8), and Story Central (Ages 9-10).
$185.30 - Member...
$185.30 - Members: $185.30 per child, Non-Members: $218 per child
In-Person
Apr 6, 12:00 AM ET
Camp
Spring-Break
Stem
Engineering
Hands-On
Creative
Exploration
Recycling
Green-Engineering
Storytelling
Sourced:
https://edventure.org/calendar
01-15-2026
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Earth Day Recycled Robot
STEM-focused art project combining environmental science and engineering concepts through building recycled robots. Geared for kids in grades 2-6. Registration has closed.
Large Meeting Room
Free
4/13/26
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Apr
13
Earth Day Recycled Robot
STEM-focused art project combining environmental science and engineering concepts through building recycled robots. Geared for kids in grades 2-6. Registration has closed.
Free
In-Person
Apr 13, 8:30 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Earth Day Recycled Robot
Fun art project geared for kids in grades 2-6. Registration opens at 4:30pm Monday, March 23, 2026.
Large Meeting Room
Free
4/13/26
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Apr
13
Earth Day Recycled Robot
Fun art project geared for kids in grades 2-6. Registration opens at 4:30pm Monday, March 23, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Apr 13, 9:30 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Earth Day Recycled Robot
Fun art project geared for kids in grades 2-6. In-person event combining Earth Day themes with robotics and recycling.
Large Meeting Room
Free
4/13/26
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Apr
13
Earth Day Recycled Robot
Fun art project geared for kids in grades 2-6. In-person event combining Earth Day themes with robotics and recycling.
Free
In-Person
Apr 13, 9:30 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Preschool Recycled Art: Pasta Necklace Painting
In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 2-5 who are interested in learning and implementing new painting techniques and styles, accompanied by a parent or guardian. No prior experience is necessary! Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can follow along and leave that day with their very own finished projects.
Children's Classroom
$20.00 - $20 per...
$20.00 - $20 per child per class. All materials included.
4/15/26
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Apr
15
Preschool Recycled Art: Pasta Necklace Painting
In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 2-5 who are interested in learning and implementing new painting techniques and styles, accompanied by a parent or guardian. No prior experience is necessary! Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can follow along and leave that day with their very own finished projects.
$20.00 - $20 per...
$20.00 - $20 per child per class. All materials included.
In-Person
Apr 15, 2:00 PM ET
Art
Recycling
Environmental Education
Preschool
Hands-On Learning
Stem Education
Creativity
Sustainability
02-11-2026
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Forest Fest 2026
Join us along Festival Street (Owen Avenue) and Brooks Street (including Centennial Plaza and Town Hall Parking Lot) in downtown Wake Forest for the 5th Annual Forest Fest! Presented by Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. in partnership with the Town of Wake Forest, the Wake Forest Historical Museum and the Wake Forest Farmers Market. This fun-filled event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options, and much more! This family friendly event celebrates the outdoors and the heart of Wake Forest! Free parking is available along several side streets and parking lots in downtown Wake Forest, including Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Downtown Wake Forest
Free admission
4/18/26
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Apr
18
Forest Fest 2026
Join us along Festival Street (Owen Avenue) and Brooks Street (including Centennial Plaza and Town Hall Parking Lot) in downtown Wake Forest for the 5th Annual Forest Fest! Presented by Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. in partnership with the Town of Wake Forest, the Wake Forest Historical Museum and the Wake Forest Farmers Market. This fun-filled event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options, and much more! This family friendly event celebrates the outdoors and the heart of Wake Forest! Free parking is available along several side streets and parking lots in downtown Wake Forest, including Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Free admission
In-Person
Apr 18, 2:00 PM ET
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NHMU Family Seasonal Science: Eco Arbor Day
Celebrate Earth and Arbor Days with hands-on science and art! Build sculptures from recycled materials, explore plant science, and make seed bombs to take home--fun, eco-friendly learning for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. All participants must register. Museum admission not included unless stated. Cancellation policy: Email with confirmation number no later than two weeks prior for refund less 10% fee. No refund for cancellations less than one week before program.
Natural History Museum of Utah
$6.00 - $6/perso...
$6.00 - $6/person with early registration (at least 2 days in advance), $8/person standard registration
4/18/26
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Apr
18
NHMU Family Seasonal Science: Eco Arbor Day
Celebrate Earth and Arbor Days with hands-on science and art! Build sculptures from recycled materials, explore plant science, and make seed bombs to take home--fun, eco-friendly learning for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. All participants must register. Museum admission not included unless stated. Cancellation policy: Email with confirmation number no later than two weeks prior for refund less 10% fee. No refund for cancellations less than one week before program.
$6.00 - $6/perso...
$6.00 - $6/person with early registration (at least 2 days in advance), $8/person standard registration
In-Person
Apr 18, 6:15 PM ET
Environmental Science
Plant Science
Earth Day
Arbor Day
Hands-On Activities
Recycling
Sustainability
Art And Science
Family Program
Natural History
Eco-Friendly
Seed Bombs
02-12-2026
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Recycling Drive-Thru
Safely dispose of unwanted items at our drive-thru recycling event. Free paper shredding (limit 3 boxes per person) and E-waste shredding are available, though some large E-waste items may have a fee from PAR-Recycle Works. Please remain in your vehicle during drop-off. The event ends at 2 pm or when trucks are full, whichever comes first. This event is free to the public and is first-come, first-served.
Upper Merion Middle School Parking Lot
Free to the publ...
Free to the public, though some large E-waste items may have a fee from PAR-Recycle Works
4/19/26
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Apr
19
Recycling Drive-Thru
Safely dispose of unwanted items at our drive-thru recycling event. Free paper shredding (limit 3 boxes per person) and E-waste shredding are available, though some large E-waste items may have a fee from PAR-Recycle Works. Please remain in your vehicle during drop-off. The event ends at 2 pm or when trucks are full, whichever comes first. This event is free to the public and is first-come, first-served.
Free to the publ...
Free to the public, though some large E-waste items may have a fee from PAR-Recycle Works
In-Person
Apr 19, 3:00 AM ET
Recycling
Environmental-Science
E-Waste
Sustainability
Environmental-Education
Waste-Management
Drive-Thru
Community-Service
02-11-2026
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REVIVE Fashion Show
JUMP's fifth annual sustainable fashion show featuring local designers and creatives of all ages creating wearable art from thrifted and recycled materials. Activities and booths available in the 6th floor Pioneer Lobby from 1PM, show starts at 2PM. After party on 5th floor Deck until 5:30PM with food, drinks, and open slides. Thrift Flip Workshops for designers every Tuesday 6-8PM starting March 10th.
JUMP - Pioneer Room
Free
4/25/26
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Apr
25
REVIVE Fashion Show
JUMP's fifth annual sustainable fashion show featuring local designers and creatives of all ages creating wearable art from thrifted and recycled materials. Activities and booths available in the 6th floor Pioneer Lobby from 1PM, show starts at 2PM. After party on 5th floor Deck until 5:30PM with food, drinks, and open slides. Thrift Flip Workshops for designers every Tuesday 6-8PM starting March 10th.
Free
In-Person
Apr 25, 11:00 PM ET
Sustainability
Fashion
Recycling
Environmental Science
Design
Art
Creativity
Community
Upcycling
Waste Reduction
02-12-2026
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Hands-on Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Workshop - June 2026
This hands-on, laboratory-based introductory workshop provides a broad overview of basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing, including pulping, bleaching, chemical recovery, recycling, papermaking and converting. Course consists of morning presentations and afternoon hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant exercises. Participants will run pilot plant paper machines and conduct various lab experiments. Limited to 42 participants for maximum effectiveness. Registration coming soon.
NC State University
$2,000.00 - Regi...
$2,000.00 - Registration fee includes course materials, meals, certificate
6/8/26
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Jun
8
Hands-on Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Workshop - June 2026
This hands-on, laboratory-based introductory workshop provides a broad overview of basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing, including pulping, bleaching, chemical recovery, recycling, papermaking and converting. Course consists of morning presentations and afternoon hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant exercises. Participants will run pilot plant paper machines and conduct various lab experiments. Limited to 42 participants for maximum effectiveness. Registration coming soon.
$2,000.00 - Regi...
$2,000.00 - Registration fee includes course materials, meals, certificate
In-Person
Jun 8, 1:00 PM ET
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Packaging Recycling Summit
Summit focused on packaging recycling technologies and sustainability in the packaging industry. Three-day event from June 15-17, 2026.
Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel
Free
6/15/26
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Jun
15
Packaging Recycling Summit
Summit focused on packaging recycling technologies and sustainability in the packaging industry. Three-day event from June 15-17, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Jun 15, 5:00 AM ET
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Natures Innovators Camp
Become an environmental engineer! Create compostable bio-plastics, build a device that converts salt water into fresh water, and explore ways to repurpose materials into unique works of art. Ages 9-12.
The Works Museum
$235.00 - $235,...
$235.00 - $235, $211.50 members
8/24/26
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Aug
24
Natures Innovators Camp
Become an environmental engineer! Create compostable bio-plastics, build a device that converts salt water into fresh water, and explore ways to repurpose materials into unique works of art. Ages 9-12.
$235.00 - $235,...
$235.00 - $235, $211.50 members
In-Person
Aug 24, 1:00 PM ET
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02-10-2026
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Repair Café
The City of Boise and JUMP invite you to bring a personal treasure back to life this summer at a Repair Café. These free community events enable neighbors to help each other reduce waste and keep reusable home goods in circulation by repairing them together. Bring one item in need of repair and a team of volunteers will help you diagnose and repair it in a relaxed, social setting. The Repair Café will have repair stations for clothing and textiles, small electrical appliances, non-electrical household items, personal electronics, and general glue and adhesive. One (1) item per person. Items must weigh under 50 lbs. You must be able to carry your item to, during and from the event. No bicycles, firearms, knives and blades, large appliances, gas-powered machinery, or any item that could create a health or safety hazard. No pets or unattended minors, please.
The JUMP Room at JUMP
FREE COMMUNITY E...
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
8/28/26
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Aug
28
Repair Café
The City of Boise and JUMP invite you to bring a personal treasure back to life this summer at a Repair Café. These free community events enable neighbors to help each other reduce waste and keep reusable home goods in circulation by repairing them together. Bring one item in need of repair and a team of volunteers will help you diagnose and repair it in a relaxed, social setting. The Repair Café will have repair stations for clothing and textiles, small electrical appliances, non-electrical household items, personal electronics, and general glue and adhesive. One (1) item per person. Items must weigh under 50 lbs. You must be able to carry your item to, during and from the event. No bicycles, firearms, knives and blades, large appliances, gas-powered machinery, or any item that could create a health or safety hazard. No pets or unattended minors, please.
FREE COMMUNITY E...
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
In-Person
Aug 28, 2:00 AM ET
Sustainability
Engineering
Repair
Electronics
Waste Reduction
Community
Problem Solving
Hands-On Learning
Environmental Science
Recycling
Diy
Volunteer
Troubleshooting
02-12-2026
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Hands-on Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Workshop - October 2026
This hands-on, laboratory-based introductory workshop provides a broad overview of basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing, including pulping, bleaching, chemical recovery, recycling, papermaking and converting. Course consists of morning presentations and afternoon hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant exercises. Participants will run pilot plant paper machines and conduct various lab experiments. Limited to 42 participants for maximum effectiveness. Registration coming soon.
NC State University
$2,000.00 - Regi...
$2,000.00 - Registration fee includes course materials, meals, certificate
10/19/26
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Oct
19
Hands-on Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Workshop - October 2026
This hands-on, laboratory-based introductory workshop provides a broad overview of basic concepts in pulp and paper manufacturing, including pulping, bleaching, chemical recovery, recycling, papermaking and converting. Course consists of morning presentations and afternoon hands-on laboratory and pilot-plant exercises. Participants will run pilot plant paper machines and conduct various lab experiments. Limited to 42 participants for maximum effectiveness. Registration coming soon.
$2,000.00 - Regi...
$2,000.00 - Registration fee includes course materials, meals, certificate
In-Person
Oct 19, 1:00 PM ET
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