Speakers

Tony works for Evident Scientific as a Technical Sales Representative for XRF and RVI products. His XRF training will cover XRF Theory, Radiation Safety, and Common XRF Applications.  The second day will cover XRF certification with some hands-on training.

Leea manages and monitors everything environmental for the City of Helena. Her presentation is called "Beyond the Acronym, PFAS: the Good, the Bad, and the Data". 

It will cover:
•    A simple overview of what PFAS are. 
•    Where they came from and their uses. 
•    Potential health impacts. 
•    Potential routes of exposure.
•    Current regulations and the regulatory future. 
•    Management and treatment. 
•    Impacts on the local level. 

This session provides a practical overview of stormwater management at Montana landfill facilities under the 2022 Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for Industrial Activity. Attendees will learn how regulatory requirements translate into day-to-day operations, including identifying pollutant sources, implementing effective best management practices (BMPs), and maintaining compliance through inspections, monitoring, and documentation. Using real-world landfill examples, the presentation walks through the “who, what, where, when, and why” of stormwater management, offering clear, field-applicable guidance for operators, supervisors, and compliance staff responsible for protecting water quality and meeting MPDES permit obligations.

"Global Perspective on Landfill Operations”. A global perspective on how landfill operations have evolved into highly business-driven and compaction-focused programs. Olli will share insights on how forward-thinking sites around the world are maximizing airspace, leveraging the right equipment, and integrating advanced strategies for landfilling, recycling, and diversion.