Sustainability and Public Health: How Recycling and Idling Shape Community Well-Being (Webinar)

Course Start Date : November 20, 2025
Course Available Until : November 20, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sponsor Information
Essex County Office of Public Health Management
Environmental Health Education Team (CEHA)
https://essexcountynjhealth.org/
Location
Teams Online Meeting (Virtual)
Contact Information
Samantha Brito
862-307-5871
sbrito@dchs.essexcountynj.org
Public Health Core Competency Domain Information
Core Competency DomainTier LevelDomain Code
Date Analytical and Assessment SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Leadership and Systems Thinking SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Date Analytical and Assessment SkillsTier 2 - Program Management/Supervisory Levelnull
Date Analytical and Assessment SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Date Analytical and Assessment SkillsTier 2 - Program Management/Supervisory Levelnull
Policy Development and Program Planning SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Policy Development and Program Planning SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Communication SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Communication SkillsTier 2 - Program Management/Supervisory Levelnull
Policy Development and Program Planning SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Policy Development and Program Planning SkillsTier 2 - Program Management/Supervisory Levelnull
Communication SkillsTier 1 - Front Line Staff/Entry Levelnull
Credits and Continuing Education Units
Public Health CE#22630: 1.00 hour(s)
CHES#22631: 1.00 hour(s)
Description
This virtual webinar explores environmental health, focusing on recycling and vehicle idling. Participants will learn how idling worsens air pollution and health issues, and strategies to reduce it, including idle-free zones and vehicle maintenance. The session covers proper recycling practices, waste reduction, and their role in protecting ecosystems and community health. Attendees will gain actionable steps to promote cleaner air, reduce waste, and support sustainable, healthier communities.
Agenda / Additional Information
Agenda: Learn how vehicle idling affects air quality and health, review idling violations and associated fees, explore strategies to reduce emissions, understand proper recycling practices, prevent common errors, and discover ways to promote cleaner, healthier communities. Register here: https://forms.office.com/g/wQ3h9w5R5K
Presenters
Maya Harlow
Jorge Betancur
Makeda Bozeman
Target Audience(s)
Academic - Student
Health Educator
Health Officer
MRC Volunteer
Public Health Planner
Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)
Inspector (non-REHS)
Registrar/Clerk