- March 07, 2016
- Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
ISA’s 16th Annual Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR)-Fugitive Emissions Symposium, to be held 16-19 May 2016 in scenic Denver, Colorado USA, features an outstanding technical program and lineup of expert speakers, including prominent regulatory officials.
ISA’s LDAR Symposium is the longest-running conference in America devoted solely to LDAR and air compliance professionals and their needs and concerns. Attendees get the most recent news and updates on EPA requirements and mandates, and the most effective strategies and practices—direct from government regulators and industry experts.
The event will be held in beautiful Denver, Colorado—the Mile-High City—the ideal venue for moving your LDAR and air compliance program to a higher level of performance.
An unrivaled technical program
Through an expansive slate of presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions—drawing on the insights of government officials, LDAR program experts, engineers, consultants, and end users—attendees will:
- Receive the latest technical updates needed to meet newly stated EPA compliance objectives and expectations. Among the key officials to be on hand will be Ken Garing within the EPA’s National Enforcement Investigation Center.
- Recognize how to optimize the results of your compliance efforts, and overcome the most common air emission reduction challenges.
- Learn from case studies and the real-world successes and experiences of air compliance professionals across the US.
- Be introduced to the new tools and technologies proven to support industry best practices
- Talk directly with invited officials from the EPA, NEIC, and TECQ and other prominent authorities during networking sessions and forums.
A distinguished lineup of expert presenters
Below are some of the outstanding experts scheduled to present at ISA’s 2016 LDAR Symposium.
Donald D. “Deever” Bradley
Deever Bradley III, P.E. is the LDAR expert and a partner at ERM, a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting services. (Bradley is also serving as Program Co-Chair of ISA’s 2016 LDAR Symposium.)
Matthew P. “Matt” Gobert
Matt Gobert is Vice President at EMSI Environmental Services, which assists companies in meeting environmental regulations.
Joe Wilwerding (invited)
Joe Wilwerding is a Senior Engineer of Air Quality, Compliance, and NextGen programs at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Calvin Niss
Calvin Niss is the Business Unit Leader of Air and Process Services at Trihydro, an environmental and engineering firm.
Brian Whitley
Brian Whitley is the Corporate Compliance Manager at EMSI Environmental Services, which assists companies in meeting environmental regulations.
Graham “Buzz” Harris
Buzz Harris is a chemical engineer at Sage Environmental Consulting, which provides environmental services for facilities needing to maximize operational flexibility and stay within EPA regulations.
Two valuable ISA training courses to be taught on site
ISA will be conducting two essential ISA training courses in conjunction with the conference—a great opportunity to boost technical knowledge and gain CEUs and PDHs.
Implementation and Maintenance of LDAR Programs for Oil and Gas Sites (SP12PC)
This seminar is designed for LDAR coordinators and individuals responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the LDAR program at an upstream and/or midstream oil and natural gas site. The course will define fundamental regulations, offer practical implementation strategies, and explore quality assurance/control programs in order to comply with federal/state regulations.
LDAR Best Practices – Advanced Edition (SP13PC)
This one-day short course will provide a fast-paced, advanced overview with expert instruction and interpretation, covering frequently asked compliance questions encountered by the regulated community and LDAR contractors.
Enjoy exciting Denver, Colorado—the Mile High City!
This year’s symposium will be held at the beautifully appointed Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center, a luxury Denver hotel conveniently situated minutes from downtown and the airport and steps from the Belleview light rail station. Enjoy picturesque views of the majestic Rocky Mountains or the Mile High City skyline.
Register today!
Act now to ensure your attendance at this one-of-a-kind event. To register and to gain all the details, visit the 2016 ISA Leak Detection and Repair Symposium website at www.isa.org/ldar2016. For immediate assistance, contact ISA.