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The Coastal Training Program (CTP) maintains a list of past training events and
associated materials as a reference for individuals working on coastal management
issues. A list of selected workshops offered since 2006 is provided below as an
example of the types of trainings the program provides. For additional information,
please contact the CTP Coordinator.
WATER QUALITY/NUTRIENT LOADING
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June 25, 2009
Stormwater Training for Local Officials
Stormwater BMP Technology Demonstration Workshop
Description:
Come learn about stormwater management at the UNH Stormwater Center - a unique field research facility which serves as a site for testing stormwater treatment processes and for technology demonstrations. This workshop will examine the performance, cost, suitability, operations, and maintenance issues associated with different stormwater management unit processes. Given that stormwater run-off is a primary source of contaminants to waterbodies in our state, this training will provide valuable information that can help with the development of solutions. The workshop will offer information which can be applied to the planning, design, and implementation of stormwater management strategies in communities. The workshop will include a field facility tour followed by a working lunch. Materials and lunch will be provided.
Before registering for this workshop, please contact the Mass Bays Regional Coordinator in your area to determine space availability.
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May 22, 2009
Sustainable Water Forum
21st Century Water Management: Smart, Clean and Green
Description:
Innovations in water management in the U.S. and internationally are offering the promise for more efficient and beneficial water, stormwater, and wastewater infrastructure. This informational session will look at water management in a larger context and include presentations describing the leading-edge of new practices from the perspectives of ecology, engineering, economics, and community development. The session will be relevant to municipal officials, engineers, state and local resource managers, water and wastewater commissioners, planners, DPW directors, and environmental groups. Information will be presented on:
•advancements in water-efficiency, reuse, and recovery of energy and nutrients
• the nexus of water and energy systems, and how energy use can be reduced
• new techniques in green infrastructure and integrated water management in buildings
Resources
Forum Description and Agenda.pdf
Lucey_Sustainable Water Management Approaches
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October 9, 2008
Modifying Tidal Inlets
Modifying Tidal Inlets to Mitigate Nitrogen Loading in Coastal Systems
Description:
As towns seek to reduce watershed nitrogen loads to coastal bays and ponds, modifying tidal inlets to improve water quality may be considered in certain scenarios as a potential management approach. Key issues to be covered include:
• technical aspects of modifying inlets and factors that control tidal flushing
• state regulations
• the viability and appropriateness of this approach for different sites
• potential environmental impacts
• advantages and disadvantages
• economic costs.
Resources
Kouloheras_MADEP_Policies and Permits.pdf
Modifying Tidal Inlets Agenda.doc
Ramsey_Tidal Inlet Modifications.pdf
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April 27, 2007
Wastewater Financing
Holiday Inn - 1172 Route 132, Hyannis
Financing Wastewater Solutions Agenda
Financing Wastewater Solutions Brochure
Financing Wastewater Solutions Participants
Presentations
Cape Cod Water Protection Collaborative, Paul Niedzwiecki
National Perspective on Funding Wastewater Projects, Jeff
Hughes
Innovative Approaches from the Chesapeake Bay Region, Dan
Nees
Massachusetts State Revolving Fund, Scott Jordan
Nantucket Case Study, Rick Atherton
April 7, 2006
Nitrogen From The Air: How Important is This Source to Coastal Pollution on
Cape Cod
Cape Cod and Islands Association of Realtors Conference Center, Yarmouth MA
Nitrogen from the Air Brochure
Nitrogen from the Air Workshop Participants
Presentations
Solving Coastal Nitrogen Pollution, Robert Howarth
The Role of Atmospheric Deposition in the Tampa Bay Nitrogen Mgmt
Srategy, Holly Greening
Resources
EPA Impacts on Aquatic Impacts on Ecosystems
Resource References
CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY
January 22, 2010
Energy Co-ops Webinar
Energy Co-ops: Structure and Benefits
(Energy in the 21st Century Webinar Series)
Description:
This webinar will explore how communities can benefit from their own energy resources by working together through energy cooperatives. Presentations will look at the Cape and Vineyard Electric Cooperative and other examples in the Northeast.
This webinar will examine energy cooperatives, how they work, and how communities and residents can use these entities to save money. Three examples of energy-cooperatives will be presented: the Cape and Vineyard Electric Cooperative, Vineyard Power which is associated with the Vineyard Energy Project, and the Fox Island Institute Wind Project in Maine. Questions such as how are energy co-ops structured and sustained, are they economically viable initiatives, and what risks if any do they pose to members will be addressed. This topic is timely as more communities and regions consider ways to tap into renewable energy resources and lower energy costs.
Resources
Audio Conference & Presentations (live recording)
Dave McGlinchey_Vineyard Energy Project
Suzanne Pude_Maine Community Wind Island Institute
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December 14, 2009
Ramping up Energy Efficiency Webinar
Ramping up Energy Efficiency: Moving From Talk to Action
(Energy in the 21st Century Webinar Series)
Description:
As towns seek ways to save money on energy expenditure, experts agree that the most appropriate place to start making changes is with improving energy efficiency and conservation. Yet, while this is known and accepted, towns often struggle with making meaningful progress in these areas even though the steps they need to take to realize energy savings are often within reach. This webinar will present practical steps on how to overcome some of the typical hang-ups with energy efficiency and achieve desired operational and behavior changes.
Resources
Audio Conference & Presentations (recorded live)
Cape Light Compact Help, Kevin Galligan
How the State Can Help, Seth Pickering, DOER
Case Study-Town of Falmouth, M. Amsler/J. Mul
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November 19, 2009
Coastal Hazards Mapping Workshop
Coastal Hazards Mapping Workshop for Local Officials: Preparing for Current and Future Impacts with Available Tools
Description:
This workshop will provide an update on the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) by examining new mapping efforts and the application of delineations. Additional mapping resources such as Sea Lake and Overland Surge from Hurricane (SLOSH) Maps, Tide Gauge Records, and Inundation Visualizations will also be presented. Discussion will center on applying these tools at the local level and additional information needs. The workshop is sponsored by the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management in partnership with the Waquoit Bay Reserve Coastal Training Program (CTP) and the Cape Cod Commission.
Resources
Coastal Floodplain Bylaw
R Haney, CZM_FEMA Flood Ins. Rate Maps (FIRMs)
J Knisel, CZM_Addt'l. Hazards Mapping Resources
R Christenberry, CCC_Model Floodplain Bylaw
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July 7, 2009
Webinar - Climate Change in Cape Cod
Description:
In this webinar, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, Associate Professor of Atmospheric Sciences in the Dept. of Geosciences at Texas Tech University will present on downscaling climate change data for Cape Cod. Drawing on examples from other parts of the country where she has carried out similar projects, Dr. Hayhoe will discuss why downscaling is needed, the science behind how downscaling is accomplished, and potential ways to use downscaled climate data in decision-making and adaptation planning processes.
Resources
Climate Change in Cape Cod webinar_July2009.pdf
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April 17, 2009
Putting Wind to Work in a Changing Climate
7th Annual Land-based Wind Workshop
Description:
In this period of changing economic and environmental conditions, greater attention is being placed on the role renewable energy technologies can play in tackling climate change and contributing to sustainable economic growth. Investments in wind power stand to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, dependence on fossil fuels and energy costs, as well as create more jobs in the green industry.
This workshop will deliver information on new developments at the federal, state, regional and local levels related to wind power use. High interest topics such as permitting, financing, accessing grant resources, net metering regulations, and the Green Communities Act will be addressed, among others. Case studies of successful community land-based wind projects will highlight lessons learned, financing options used, and how potential barriers were overcome. This workshop will be relevant to all communities exploring wind power.
Resources
Amsler - Wind 101.pdf
Clarke - MA Wind Energy Goals and Wind Mapping Tool.pdf
Duffley - Hyannis Country Garden Case Study.pdf
Leeds - Financing Wind Projects.pdf
Lusardi - Green Communities Act and Net Metering.pdf
McGarr - USDA Grants.pdf
Palano - Chapter 40 A.pdf
Plan to Protect Agenda.pdf
Powicki - Changing Climate, Shifting Paradigm, Regional Response.pdf
Shatten - Green Condo Complex Chelsea Case Study.pdf
Watson - Overview of DOE 20 % Wind by 2030 Plan.pdf
Webb - Webb Research Falmouth Case Study.pdf
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December 4, 2007
Climate Change and Cape Cod: Coastal Impacts and Adaptation Strategies
Cape Cod and Islands Association of Realtors Conference Center, Yarmouth
MA
Climate Change & Cape Cod Agenda
Climate Change & Cape Cod Brochure
Guidebook for Adapting to Climate Change
Presentations
An Overview of Climate Change - summary, Hugh Ducklow
An Overview of Climate Change - presentation, Hugh Ducklow
Sea Level Rise Vulnerability - presentation, Rob Thieler
Climate Change Impacts on Coastal Resources - summary, Jeff
Donnelly
Climate Change Impacts on Coastal Resources - presentation (in the following 4 parts),
Jeff Donnelly
Climate Change Impacts Part 1
Climate Change Impacts Part 2
Climate Change Impacts Part 3
Climate Change Impacts Part 4
Impacts on Water Resources - summary, David Ahlfeld
Impacts on Water Resources - presentation, David Ahlfeld
Adapting to Climate Change - summary, Lynne Carter
Adapting to Climate Change - presentation, Lynne Carter
Managing Coastal Hazards - summary, Wes Shaw
Managing Coastal Hazards - presentation, Wes Shaw
December 14, 2007
Municipal Land-Based Wind Projects: Maximizing Benefits, Overcoming Barriers
Marriott Hotel, Hyannis MA
Municipal Land Based Wind Projects Agenda
Municipal Land Based Wind Workshop Participants
Presentations
Combining Wastewater and Wind Energy, Paul Gallagher
Permitting Issues, Deidre Matthews
Renewable Energy Action Plan Update, Chris Powicki
Dealing with Operations and Maintenance Issues, Dave Strong
May 18, 2007
Clean Energy for Towns and Schools: Saving Money and Going Green
Cape Cod Community College
Clean Energy for Towns Agenda
Clean Energy for Towns Participants
Presentations
Addressing Climate Change at the Local Level: Case Studies from
Vermont, Debra Sachs
High Performance for New Buildings and Retrofits: Getting It Right,
Alan Mulak
Getting Your Administration Onboard, David Tannozzini
City of Keene and Biodiesel, Steve Russell
Performance Contracting, Eileen McHugh
Cape Light Compact Programs, Kevin Galligan
KeySpan, Commercial & Industrial Energy Efficiency Programs,
Christina Halfpenny
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative Programs, James Christo
Resource materials:
Energy Sampler 6-Pack Handout
Purchasing Hybrids and Biofuels Handout
November 17, 2006
Land-based Wind Workshop: Large Wind – How To Buy It, Where To Find It.
Cape Cod and Islands Association of Realtors Conference Center, Yarmouth MA
Large Wind Agenda
Large Wind Brochure
Large Wind Workshop Participants
Presentations
Cape and Islands Renewable Energy Collaborative, Chris Powicki
Wind 101, Richard Lawrence
Financing Options, Ken Valley
Private Financing Options, John Harper
Online Information Resources
January 24, 2008
Zero Energy Home
Bayside Resort, Yarmouth MA
Zero Energy Home Brochure
Resource Sheet
HABITAT RESTORATION
PROCESS SKILLS
January 24-25, 2008
Negotiating for Coastal Resources
Bayside Resort, Yarmouth MA
Negotiating for Coastal Resources Agenda
September 17–18 and September 19–21, 2007
Navigating in Rough Seas: Public Issues and Conflict Management
Sheraton Ferncroft Resort, Danvers, MA
Cape Codder Resort, Hyannis, MA
Navigating Rough Seas Agenda
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