Mini-Technical Seminars

Advanced Recycling Technology at Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority

April 16 @ 10:00 am

This session will provide an overview of the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority and its role in managing waste and recycling for Centre County. Participants will learn about the Authority’s transfer station operations, recycling processing facility, and renewable energy initiatives, including the renewable natural gas (RNG) station and on-site solar power.

The presentation will also highlight the new Sparta/Alchemy automated sortation system and how advanced technology is improving recycling efficiency, material recovery, and sustainability outcomes.

Lunch and a facility tour will follow the presentation.

Location: 253 Transfer Road Bellefonte, PA 16823

Max # Attendees: 30

Members $35

Non-Members $55

Registration

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Optimizing Landfill Operations with Drones and GIS Technology

April 30, 2025

SCS Engineers has been integrating advanced drone technology into its landfill operations to improve site management, enhance safety, and optimize environmental monitoring. Drones are now being used for a variety of applications, including aerial 3D mapping, landfill gas monitoring (specifically methane and hydrogen sulfide), thermal imaging, and Geographic Information System (GIS) data management. These technologies provide real-time data, improve operational efficiency, and support better decision-making.

During this mini-tech presentation, SCS Engineers showcased how drone technology is being utilized at landfills to map site topography, monitor gas emissions, conduct thermal surveys, and integrate aerial data into GIS systems. These applications not only enhance environmental compliance but also provide a safer, more cost-effective approach to landfill management.

The session included a presentation on the various types of drone technology being utilized, followed by a live demonstration showcasing their use in monitoring methane emissions across landfill operations.