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Zero to Landfill - Event Full!

We're pleased to announce that tonight's event is full - which is a great result!!

However, if you would like to receive the presentations from the event, or just find out more about PEMC or Zero to Landfill, please contact:
emc@plymouth.ac.uk

Zero to Landfill event - Tuesday 19 May - Latest details!

We're pleased to confirm that the Programme for Tuesday is shaping up nicely!

Those joining us will hear from Benjamin Mee of Dartmoor Zoo - how the zoo have used PEMC to produce stunning images to promote understanding of rare species with a view to promoting sustainability, as well as being a zero-to-waste organisation.

Tarantula leg from Dartmoor Zoo

Dr Sam Price, the University's own Sustainability Manager will be showcasing the University's sustainability credentials and Devon Contract Waste's Steve Whiteway will be demonstrating ways in which companies can work towards Zero to Landfill.

Also joining us are Bond Dickinson to share details of their community work, as well as their credentials as Plymouth's top environmental lawyers!

AND - there will be the opportunity to take an evening tour of Plymouth Electron Microscopy Centre - and to discuss how you can use electron microscopy to help your company reduce waste and improve quality.

Places are filling up fast, so if you'd like to join us, email:
emc@plymouth.ac.uk or call 0800 052 5600

Zero to Landfill Event with PEMC - Tuesday 19 May

Devon Contract Waste and PEMC are joining forces at the Reservoir Cafe, Plymouth University .to demonstrate how companies use electron microscopy to help reach 'zero to landfill' - and it's free!

Tuck into the University's delicious 'Sustainability Menu' whilst hearing how companies of various sizes are working towards 'zero to landfill', have become more sustainable and have used the power of electron microscopy to reduce the amount of waste they produce, by:

• identifying value in their waste products
• improving product quality
• accurately identifying contaminants

There'll also be the opportunity to have a tour of PEMC, and to find out whether or not your company is eligible for 12 hours of free support before our project, funded by ERDF, ends on 30 June 2015.

Find out how your company can become Zero to Landfill!

Registration is essential, as places are limited, so if you'd like to join us, simply contact us at:

• emc@plymouth.ac.uk
• 01752 588908 or freephone 0800 052 5600