Brownfield Coalition of the Northeast upcoming events

October 20, 2026 - Pennsylvania 2027: What Communities, Developers and Practitioners Need to Know (20 Oct 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Pennsylvania 2027: What Communities, Developers and Practitioners Need to Know

As Pennsylvania’s brownfield landscape continues to evolve, communities, developers, and environmental professionals need to be ready for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

BCONE’s Pennsylvania Brownfield Symposium will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners for timely conversations on issues shaping redevelopment across the Commonwealth — from the growing interest in data centers on brownfield sites and the challenges and opportunities they present, to the latest regulatory and funding developments and what decision makers need to know about PFAS.

Panel 1: Data Centers on Brownfields: Challenges, Concerns, and Paths to Success

Data center projects frequently prompt questions about energy use, water demand, traffic, noise, and environmental impacts. This panel will explore these issues in the context of brownfield and Superfund redevelopment, examining both perceived and actual challenges while sharing practical strategies for addressing stakeholder concerns and advancing successful redevelopment projects.

Panelists:

Catherine Ricardo, East Whiteland Twp.
Sean Garrigan, Stromberg/Garrigan & Associates
Jonathan Spergel, Manko, Gold, Katcher, and Fox
Joe Kraycik, Integral Consulting - Moderator

Panel 2: PFAS for Decision Makers

This panel will discuss the chemical characteristics of PFAS and their consequences for each step in Pennsylvania’s Land Recycling Program. The audience will leave with an understanding of how PFAS sources affect site development and how they can position themselves to effectively overcome these challenges.

Panelists:

Avery McCall, Terracon
Justin Mariani, Chubb Insurance
Arielle Cocozza, ALS
Jim Koval, Terracon - Moderator

Panel 3: Regulatory and Funding Updates

This session will provide a clear, timely overview of the evolving regulatory landscape and emerging funding opportunities that impact brownfields programs and initiatives. Panelists will highlight recent policy developments, anticipated regulatory shifts, and key federal and state funding streams that organizations should be preparing for. Attendees will gain insights to help them stay compliant, strategically position their projects, and make informed decisions in a rapidly changing environment.

Panelists:

Michael Maddigan, PADEP Land Recycling Program
Christian Smith, USEPA Region 3
Jennifer Leister Reitz, USEPA Region 3
John R Gross, PADEP - Moderator

Register Now to join us on October 20th for an afternoon of practical insights, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections as we look ahead to Pennsylvania in 2027.

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October 21, 2026 - Connect & Elevate Monthly Virtual Meetup (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Join us for this members-only virtual networking event, created exclusively for brownfield professionals.

With BCONE’s broad regional footprint, these virtual meetups are designed to bring members together no matter where you’re located, making it easy to connect, share insights, and strengthen relationships across the network.

Grow your professional circle, spark new collaborations, and uncover potential business opportunities... All from the convenience of your home or office.

November 10, 2026 - Women in Environmental, Construction, Architecture, and Engineering Professions (10 Nov 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

TOPIC – PFAS: FROM THE BATHROOM TO THE LAB ROOM

PFAS are a concern in both everyday life and environmental work. Personal care products such as cosmetics, soaps, and lotions can be potential sources of exposure, while products used in the field may raise questions about cross contamination during sampling.

This virtual discussion will begin with a plain-language explanation of PFAS, where they are commonly found, and what is known about their potential health effects. Panelists will share how they evaluate personal care products, which alternatives they have found useful, and the steps they take to reduce their own exposure.

The conversation will then move from the bathroom to the lab room. Speakers will discuss how products containing PFAS may affect sampling work and how environmental professionals can limit cross contamination when handling samples and equipment. The panel will also consider government action on PFAS in consumer products, including developments in California, Maine, and Minnesota and the status of efforts in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

They will discuss:

What PFAS are and where they are commonly found
Personal care products that may contain PFAS and how to assess alternatives
Practical ways to reduce personal exposure
Whether products used before or during fieldwork can contribute to cross contamination
Steps to protect samples and equipment during environmental work
Current and emerging efforts to address PFAS in consumer products

Moderator: Brynne Brown, T&M Associates

Panelists:

Claire Hamaji, Integral
Linda Shaw, Knauf Shaw

Registration Cost:

$25 for NYCBP, BCONE, LSRPA and NJSWEP Members*
$75 for Non-Members

*Registration Code needed for BCONE, LSRPA and NJSWEP Members (email alazo@eaglesoars.com)

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Event Sponsor: $500 (includes logo placement and one comped registration)

November 18, 2026 - Connect & Elevate Monthly Virtual Meetup (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Join us for this members-only virtual networking event, created exclusively for brownfield professionals.

Grow your professional circle, spark new collaborations, and uncover potential business opportunities... All from the convenience of your home or office.

Party at Parkville - EBC & BCONE Annual CT Winter Gathering (13 Jan 2027)

Wed, 13 Jan 2027 22:00:00 GMT

BCONE is joining EBC to kick off 2027 with the EBC Connecticut Chapter’s first networking event of the year!

Invite your clients, colleagues, and co-workers to an evening of conversations and connections.

This year’s event welcomes attendees to “The Local” – a private event space located at Hartford’s Parkville Market. Enjoy heavy appetizers sourced from local vendors at the market as you connect with industry professionals and potential clients.

Stay for the whole evening or drop by for a quick hello!

Individual Registration

If registration occurs:	Through December 23	Through January 6	After January 6
EBC Member:	$55	$80	$105
BCONE Member:	$55	$80	$105
Non-Member:	$85	$110	$140
Government/Non-Profit:	$25	$25	$25

Group Registration

For EBC & BCONE Members only – register five attendees for the price of four!

Discount will automatically be applied during online registration.

EBC & BCONE Members Only – Ascending Professional Rate: $40

Attendees who have worked in the environmental/energy sector for less than 10 years.

Fine Print

Please note that refunds are not available after Wednesday, January 6, 2027. No-shows will be charged. Please keep in mind that online registration for this program will close at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2027. At this time, walk-in registration is available, but subject to change.

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June 22-23, 2027 - Northeast Sustainable Communities Workshop (NSCW) (22 Jun 2027)

Tue, 22 Jun 2027 12:00:00 GMT