Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure

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Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #9

November 18, 2022

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EST)

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The purpose of this meeting is to gather information on applications and research of the use of recycled plastics in asphalt pavements, polymer, composite marine pile, and lumber.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Jen Harper
Tom Kazmierowski
Cris Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Discussed committee reactions to presentations from the open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

November 18, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #8

October 18, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (EDT)

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This event consists of open and closed sessions to gather information on plastics recycling policies.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
Jen Harper
Tom Kazmierowski
Emmanuel "Cris" Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debbie Reinhart
Joe Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed their reactions to the presentations from the open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

October 18, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Paper Session

October 5, 2022

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

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This session is taking place to hear the presentations from the authors of two commissioned papers and to discuss their interim findings.

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Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Committee Meeting 5

September 21 - 22, 2022

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This event is a site visit to several Advanced Drainage Systems sites in Pandora and Findlay, Ohio on September 21st followed by a closed session committee meeting on September 22nd.

Members of the public interested in joining the site visit on September 21st must register.

To register, contact Tim Marflak at TMarflak@nas.edu and provide your full name, email address, phone, employer, and position. The deadline for registration is September 14, 2022, 5pm Eastern.

Due to site limitations, participation from the public will be limited to three individuals on a first-come, first-served basis.

The registered members of the public attending are responsible for securing their own transportation and meals.

The registered members of the public must also provide their own PPE for the tour (i.e., hard-hat or bump cap, steel toe shoes, eye protection, ear protection, gloves, and hi-vis vest)

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Emmanuel "Cris" Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Revisited the statement of task and reviewed the chapters of the report. Discussed what the committee has learned so far, emerging themes, and potential for recommendations. Revisited the work plan and discussed next steps.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

September 23, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #7

August 31, 2022

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

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This session will involve presentations and subsequent discussion regarding plastic recycling processes and policy aspects.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
David Cornell
Jen Harper
Eric Macfarlane
Debbie Reinhart
Joe Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Discussed reactions to the open session presentations.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

September 01, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #6

July 29, 2022

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)

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This session will involve presentations and subsequent discussion regarding plastics recycling research initiatives.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
David Cornell
Tom Kazmierowski
Cris Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Joseph Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed their reactions to the presentations from the open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

August 02, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #5

July 20, 2022

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EDT)

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This meeting is being held to gather information on Australian research and applications for repurposing plastic waste in transportation infrastructure.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
David Cornell
Jennifer Harper
Tom Kazmierowski
Cris Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Delmar Salomon
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed their reactions to the presentations from the open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

July 21, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #4

June 9, 2022

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)

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This session will involve presentations and subsequent discussion regarding piping and recycled plastics in railroad ties and rural roads.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Emmanuel “Cris” Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed their reactions to the presentations from the open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

June 09, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #3

June 7, 2022

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

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This session will involve presentations and subsequent discussion regarding recycled plastics in cement and geosynthetics.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Debra Reinhart
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed their reactions to the presentations from the open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

June 08, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #2

April 5, 2022

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)

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This session will involve presentations and subsequent discussion on recycled polymers in asphalt pavement, research needs and implementation at state DOTs, and NIST's circular economy program.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
David Cornell
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Eric Macfarlane
Debbie Reinhart
Joseph Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed presentations from the prior open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

April 06, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Information Gathering Session #1

March 15, 2022

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EDT)

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This session will involve presentations and subsequent discussion on life-cycle analysis and research, repurposing recycled plastic in asphalt using the dry-process, insights on plastics manufacturing & reclaiming, and asphalt production.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
Thomas Kazmierowski
Emmanuel "Cris" Liban
Debra Reinhart
Joseph Robinson
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Discussed presentations from the preceding open session.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

March 18, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Committee Meeting 8

February 15, 2023

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (EST)

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About

This is a closed session meeting for the committee to discuss report status and to plan and schedule for report completion.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Committee Meeting 7

January 27, 2023

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EST)

Past

About

This is a closed session committee meeting to review report chapters and discuss major findings and recommendations.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Cris Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Discussed report chapters and major findings and recommendations.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

January 31, 2023

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Committee Meeting 6

December 5 - 6, 2022

Past

About

This closed session meeting is being held to report on the status of chapter writing and to discuss and seek agreement on findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
Jennifer Harper
Tom Kazmierowski
Cris Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Joe Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Reviewed and discussed current chapter status. Discussed next steps to complete report.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

December 08, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Closed Session

October 3, 2022

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

Past

About

This meeting will consist of presentations from the authors of two commissioned papers and subsequent discussion.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Janie Chermak
David Cornell
Jen Harper
Eric Macfarlane
Joe Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Viewed and discussed commissioned paper presentations.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

October 03, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Committee Meeting 4

June 29 - 30, 2022

Past

About

This is a two day closed session meeting to discuss, and seek agreement on, the statement of task, study report, and ideas for additional information gathering activities to support the study.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
David Cornell
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Emmanuel "Cris" Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West
Karen Wooley (6/30)

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Revisited statement of task and discussed what aspects of relevance to EPA should be addressed in the study based on the statement of task and resources gathered. Reviewed white papers that are currently in progress. Discussed previous information gathering sessions and what the committee has learned so far. Discussed the workplan and upcoming activities.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

July 01, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Location

Keck Center

500 5th St NW

Washington DC 20001, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Committee Meeting 3

May 23, 2022

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM (EDT)

Past

About

Closed session meeting to discuss and seek agreement on the Statement of Task and study approach, vision for the study report, and ideas for additional information-gathering activities to support the study.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
David Cornell
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Emmanuel "Cris" Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Joseph Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Reviewed statement of task, discussed the vision for the report, and discussed ideas for upcoming information gathering sessions.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

May 25, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure Closed Session

May 17, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EDT)

Past

About

Presentation by committee member Randy West and subsequent discussion of a recent National Cooperative Highway Research Program report.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
David Cornell
Thomas Kazmierowski
Emmanuel "Cris" Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Delmar Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy West

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Discussed the recent NCHRP report.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

May 18, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure - Committee Meeting 2

February 8, 2022

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EST)

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This meeting will consist of an hour long open session focused on presentations from sponsors and discussion about their expecatation and related work. A two hour closed session will follow for internal committee discussion.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David A. Dzombak
Janie M. Chermak
David D. Cornell
Jennifer L. Harper
Thomas J. Kazmierowski
Emmanuel “Cris” Liban
Eric C. Macfarlane
Debra R. Reinhart
Joseph S. Robinson
Delmar R. Salomon
Shoshanna Saxe
Randy C. West
Karen L. Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Continued COI/Bias conversation from previous closed session. Discussed sponsor presentations, statement of task and its scope, and the committee's approach to the task.

Contact

Tim Marflak

tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure - Committee Meeting 1

January 21, 2022

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (EST)

Past

About

This is the first Repurposing Plastics Waste in Infrastructure commitee meeting. This meeting will focus on administrative matters.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

David Dzombak
Janie Chermak
David Cornell
Jennifer Harper
Thomas Kazmierowski
Emmanuel "Cris" Liban
Eric Macfarlane
Debra Reinhart
Joseph Robinson
Delmar Salomon
Randy West
Karen Wooley

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Introductions & Meeting Objectives, Orientation to NASEM and the Study Process, Statement of Task, Study Timeline, Committee Composition and Balance.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

January 24, 2022

Contact

Tim Marflak

(585) 519-1874
tmarflak@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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