Remediation Technologies Symposium 2008 ( RemTech^TM 2008)

October 15 - 17, 2008

The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

About RemTech 2008 - 7 Years of Excellence

The Remediation Technologies Symposium 2008 ( RemTech^TM 2008 ) is the premier remediation technology transfer event for environmental professionals, encompassing the latest innovations in soil and groundwater remediation.

Building on the overwhelming success of last year's event, RemTech^TM 2008 is expected to exceed the standards set by its predecessor. Offering a larger, more diversified program, with additional keynote speeches and networking sessions, this is an event you won't want to miss!

Considerable work is conducted in the field of contamination remediation and industrial pollutant treatments. RemTech^TM 2008 provides a forum for industry experts to present these leading edge technologies. Co-sponsors and participating organizations include government, academic institutions, and private sector organizations active in site remediation, research and application.

Who Should Attend?

Attendance at RemTech^TM 2008 is highly recommended for all industry sectors that have a professional interest in the remediation of contaminated sites including:

Engineering Firms, Drilling Companies, Pipeline Companies, Natural Gas Producers, Energy Marketers, Environmental Consulting Firms, Land Developers, Governmental/Regulatory Bodies, Aboriginal Groups, Oil and Gas Service Companies, Law Firms, Financiers, Mining Companies, Waste Brokers and Managers, etc…

About the Host

Established in 1987, the Environmental Services Association of Alberta (ESAA) is one of Canada's leading business associations with close to 250 member companies. Dedicated to building a strong environmental industry, ESAA is an industry association with a business approach in providing programs that lead to its members' corporate success. Visit our website for more information: www.esaa.org

Symposium Program

The two-day technical program will consist of a minimum of 48 platform presentations grouped into sessions chaired by leaders in environmental remediation research and application.

The program will be developed from abstracts collected from across North America. A full listing of abstracts and presenter biographies will be available in the near future.

Some areas and case studies being covered in the presentations will include:

In-Situ Treatment Methods, Ex-Situ Treatment Methods, Biological Treatment, Non-Biological Treatment, Thermal Desorption, Encapsulation, Natural Attenuation, Multi-Phase Extraction, Solar Detoxification, Electrochemical Remediation, Pre-Treatment Considerations, Phytoremediation, Environmental Management, Hydrocarbon and Salt Contamination, Stabilization and Containment, Commercial Situations, Membrane Technology, Unique and Challenging Locations

In addition to the detailed technical program, RemTech^TM 2008 will also include various networking sessions, keynote speakers, a welcoming reception and an expanded commercial exhibition area.

What delegates are saying about RemTech^TM 2002 - 2007

"Overall, outstanding program delivery!"

"No, do not change. Out of 15 tradeshows this year yours ranks top 2."

"This is the first time I have attended RemTech and I must say that it was the best technical conference I have ever attended in my 12 year career. It was fantastic, I cannot offer any way to improve this fantastic event!!"

"Keep doing what you're doing. That was the best conference I've been to. The content, the organization, the venue, the speakers were excellent. Good job."

"As usual a terrific job. Not sure how one could improve upon perfection!! Good work and hats off to all of the organizers!"

"Continues to be one of the best conferences ever!".

"Excellent, Can't wait till next year. "

"Great event and super networking. Facility was perfect."

"I thought the convention was very well organized."

"One of the best events I ever attended."

"Excellent networking opportunities at the evening receptions and exhibition areas. Increases industry awareness of environmental challenges. "

"Excellent work on the RemTech conference!! I will definitely recommend it to my co-workers."

"The conference you both and the rest of your team jointly organized was very impressive. Thank you for inviting us to participate and for scheduling such a wide and informative agenda together. "

"Congratulations to ESAA on another great symposium. I heard nothing but positive comments about the event. "

"You and your staff did an excellent job in organizing and hosting this convention - I heard nothing but the highest of complements from the attendees. This is the best conference/symposium in the environmental area that I have been to in the past few years!"