activities · 25
what they do
direct service · 10
- Community Environmental Cleanups Community Litter and Waste CleanupsOrganizes and participates in various community cleanup events, including wildcat dump cleanups, highway cleanups, and specific street cleanups in the Tucson area, often in collaboration with other organizations.
- Community environmental cleanups Community Litter and Waste CleanupsOrganizes and participates in local cleanup events, including wildcat dumpsites, highway stretches, and trail areas in the Tucson region, often in collaboration with other organizations.
- Conducts environmental cleanup initiatives in Southern Arizona Community Litter and Waste CleanupsOrganizes and participates in regular cleanup events, including wildcat dumpsite cleanups in the Tucson area, highway trash pickups along a one-mile stretch east of the Sonoita exit for nearly two decades, and former trail cleanups in the Tucson mountains. A recent event took place on November 11, 2023, along Kino Parkway in Tucson.
- Engages in community outreach and environmental education Public Environmental Events & OutreachOrganizes community outreach events and provides educational opportunities for professionals, students, and the general public on environmental concerns. Volunteers also collaborate with local residents to identify environmental problems and support local management initiatives.
- Environmental Cleanup Initiatives Community Litter and Waste CleanupsOrganizes and facilitates community cleanups of wildcat dumpsites and other areas in the Tucson region, including specific events like the Kino Parkway cleanup and past regular trail and highway cleanups.
- Environmental Education and Networking Events Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingProvides educational and networking opportunities for professionals, students, and the general public through monthly luncheon meetings, seminars, and community outreach events to discuss environmental concerns and issues. This includes an annual RCRA Seminar for regulatory updates and industry information.
- Environmental training and professional development events Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingOrganizes and facilitates recurring educational events including monthly luncheon meetings, RCRA seminars, and other training opportunities for environmental professionals and students to learn about regulatory updates and industry practices.
- Hosts educational and networking events for environmental professionals and students Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingOrganizes and facilitates monthly luncheon meetings, training seminars, and an annual RCRA Seminar for environmental professionals to learn regulatory updates, share industry information, and network. These events have been held since at least 1987, with the first RCRA Seminar drawing over 110 attendees.
- Local Environmental Management Support Public Environmental Events & OutreachVolunteers identify environmental problems and collaborate with local residents to support local environmental management initiatives.
- Scholarship program for environmental students Environmental Studies ScholarshipsProvides annual scholarships to University of Arizona students pursuing degrees in environmental disciplines, based on merit and financial need, with over $10,000 awarded to date.
advocacy · 4
- Environmental Legislation Monitoring and Reporting Legislative Monitoring & Advocacy for Industry ProfessionalsMonitors and reports on environmental legislation and regulations, such as House Bill 2232 in Arizona, to inform the environmental industry.
- Environmental Legislation Monitoring and Reporting Legislative Monitoring & Advocacy for Industry ProfessionalsMonitors and reports on legislation and regulations affecting the environmental industry, such as House Bill 2232 in Arizona.
- Environmental legislation monitoring and reporting Legislative Monitoring & Advocacy for Industry ProfessionalsMonitors, summarizes, and reports on state legislation and regulations affecting the environmental industry, such as House Bill 2232, to inform members and stakeholders.
- Monitors and reports on environmental legislation and regulations Legislative Monitoring & Advocacy for Industry ProfessionalsTracks and disseminates information on legislation affecting the environmental industry, such as House Bill 2232 requiring ADEQ to issue a general permit for liquid effluent collection systems by 2026, and provides summaries of relevant regulations to members and stakeholders.
capacity building · 11
- Administers scholarship programs for environmental studies students Environmental Studies ScholarshipsOffers and awards annual scholarships to University of Arizona students pursuing degrees in environmental disciplines, based on merit and financial need. The organization has awarded over $10,000 in scholarships, supported through fundraising activities such as the Scholarship Golf Tournament.
- Archived Educational ResourcesProvides access to an archive of educational presentations related to environmental topics.
- Archived Educational ResourcesMaintains and provides access to a collection of archived educational presentations related to environmental topics.
- Archived educational resources Archived Educational Recordings & MaterialsMaintains and provides access to archived educational presentations for ongoing learning and reference by members and the public.
- Environmental Job Board Environmental and Health Technology Job BoardMaintains an online platform for posting and browsing job opportunities specifically within the environmental and health and safety fields.
- Environmental Job Board Environmental and Health Technology Job BoardProvides an online platform for posting and browsing job opportunities specifically within the environmental and health and safety fields.
- Environmental Scholarship Program Environmental Studies ScholarshipsOffers and awards scholarships, based on merit and financial need, to University of Arizona students pursuing degrees in environmental disciplines. The program is supported by fundraising events like a golf tournament and volunteer efforts, and has awarded over $10,000 in scholarships.
- Environmental Scholarship Program Environmental Studies ScholarshipsOffers and awards scholarships, based on merit and financial need, to University of Arizona students pursuing degrees in environmental disciplines. The organization also hosts events, such as a golf tournament, to raise funds for these scholarships.
- Environmental job board and career resources Environmental and Health Technology Job BoardProvides an online platform for posting and browsing job opportunities in the environmental, health, and safety fields to support workforce development.
- Membership and volunteer engagement Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementOffers membership opportunities and engages volunteers in educational outreach, fundraising, community improvement initiatives, and organizational governance.
- Provides professional development and job placement resources Environmental and Health Technology Job BoardMaintains a platform for posting and browsing job opportunities in environmental, health, and safety fields, and provides access to archived educational presentations to support ongoing learning and career advancement for professionals and students.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Advance education and awareness on environmental, health, and safety issues education_and_awarenessThrough seminars, outreach, and dissemination of regulatory and technical information, the organization increases understanding of environmental management topics such as hazardous waste, air and water quality, and RCRA compliance, targeting both professionals and the public.
- Advance education and awareness on environmental, health, and safety issues education_and_awarenessThrough seminars, outreach, and dissemination of regulatory and technical knowledge, the organization increases public and professional understanding of environmental management, hazardous materials, and compliance, with a focus on RCRA and related legislation.
- Advance environmental education and awareness education_and_awarenessThrough seminars, outreach, and accessible information on environmental regulations and science, the organization increases public and professional understanding of environmental, health, and safety issues, aiming to drive long-term behavioral and systemic change.
- Enhance organizational value and reach through leadership and communication social_media_engagementEffective leadership, member input, and rapid information dissemination—including via social media—are used to expand influence, strengthen membership engagement, and position the organization as a key conduit for environmental news and agency collaboration.
- Facilitate professional networking and collaboration across sectors professional_networkingThe organization enables knowledge exchange and collaboration among professionals in environmental, health, and safety fields by creating forums for interaction between private enterprises, government, industry, and academic institutions, strengthening the regional professional community.
- Facilitate professional networking and information exchange information_exchange_and_networkingThe organization strengthens the environmental, health, and safety community by creating forums for professionals from government, industry, and academia to exchange ideas, stay informed on regulations, and build peer networks that support collective problem-solving and professional growth.
- Facilitate professional networking and information exchange information_exchange_and_networkingThe organization strengthens the environmental, health, and safety community by creating forums for peer networking and interdisciplinary information exchange among private enterprises, government, industry, and educational institutions, which supports collective problem-solving and professional growth.
- Leverage digital platforms for outreach and member connection social_media_engagementUsing social media channels like LinkedIn and Facebook, the organization enhances member engagement, shares accomplishments, and broadens its reach within the Southern Arizona environmental community.
- Promote community engagement through volunteer action community_engagementThe organization drives local environmental improvement by organizing community cleanups and volunteer initiatives, operating on the belief that grassroots involvement and professional stewardship are key to sustainable change.
- Promote community engagement through volunteerism and hands-on participation community_engagementThe organization fosters grassroots environmental stewardship by organizing cleanups, volunteer opportunities, and board participation, operating on the belief that community change is driven by local involvement and professional civic contribution.
- Strengthen outreach and visibility through digital engagement social_media_engagementUsing social media platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook, the organization connects members, shares accomplishments, promotes events, and increases public awareness of its activities and scholarship programs.
- Support accessible professional development affordable_professional_developmentBy offering subsidized access to educational seminars and leadership opportunities, the organization lowers barriers to professional growth in environmental and occupational health and safety fields.
- Support affordable professional development for members affordable_professional_developmentBy offering subsidized access to educational seminars and events, the organization lowers barriers to continued learning and professional growth in the environmental and occupational health and safety fields.
- Support community engagement through hands-on environmental action community_engagementBy organizing cleanups and volunteer opportunities, the organization enables direct community participation in environmental stewardship, operating on the belief that grassroots involvement and professional skill-sharing lead to sustainable local change.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Community Service Activities
Organizes environmental cleanup events such as Trash & Bash activities in collaboration with volunteers
Legislation and Regulations Monitoring
Tracks federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations and shares summaries with members through meetings, newsletters, and website
RCRA Seminar
Annual seminar promoting awareness and education on Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations; includes networking, educational sessions, and sponsor exhibits
Scholarship Program
Provides financial support to students pursuing careers in environmental and health and safety fields at local universities and community colleges
relationships · 31
who they work with
- AZ Water Stormwater Committee Partner — David Mack is chairman of the AZ Water Stormwater Committee.
- Arconic Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Government — Monitors ADEQ's anticipated regulatory agenda and active rulemakings.
- Arizona Department of Transportation Partner — David Mack, RCRA Conference Coordinator, is employed by ADOT.
- Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Partner — David Mack, President of SAEMS, works as the Industrial Stormwater Coordinator for ADOT.
- Ascent Aviation Services Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Environmental Response, Inc. (ERI) Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Environmental Services Department Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Eventbrite Partner — Used for volunteer registration for cleanup events.
- HDR Inc. Partner — Erin Lansey, Secretary of SAEMS, works as a Water/Wastewater Engineer at HDR Inc.
- Hudbay Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- LinkedIn Partner — Shares organizational updates and content through a LinkedIn page
- Materion Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Pima Community College Partner — Ouatfa Chuffe-Moscoso, Past President of SAEMS, works as the Director of Environmental Health and Safety at Pima Community College.
- Poly Print Inc. Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Quincie Douglas Library Partner — Served as the meeting location for the November 2023 cleanup event.
- Raytheon Company Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Shimadzu Scientific Instruments Partner — Wade McGregor, Vice President of SAEMS, works as a Sales Engineer for Shimadzu Scientific Instruments.
- Terracon Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- The University of Arizona Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS through its Department of Risk Management Services.
- Transportation Research Board Partner — David Mack is a committee member on the Aviation Environmental Committee of the Transportation Research Board.
- Tucson Clean & Beautiful Partner — Teamed with for cleanups of wildcat dumpsites in the Tucson area.
- Tucson Electric Power Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Tucson Fire Department (TFD) Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Tucson International Airport (TUS) Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Turner Laboratories Inc. Partner — Corporate member supporting SAEMS.
- Turner Laboratories Inc. Partner — Elizabeth Kasic, Treasurer, is the Business Development Manager at Turner Laboratories, Inc.
- Turner Laboratories Inc. Partner — Elizabeth Kasik, Treasurer of SAEMS, works as the Business Development Manager at Turner Laboratories, Inc.
- University of Arizona Partner — Awards yearly scholarships to students pursuing environmental studies.
- University of Arizona Partner — Collaborates to provide scholarships for students majoring in environmental studies.
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