Pollution Prevention
The EFC is partnered with the Kansas State University Pollution Prevention Institute to improve community awareness of harmful air emissions at painting and coating facilities. Through calls with industry leaders, events with the community, and training opportunities, this project seeks to engage and inform the Wichita community on how to improve air quality in areas surrounding manufacturing facilities with painting and coating activities.
There are several ways to be involved!
Are you an aerospace manufacturing business? Are you an automotive design or repair business? Do you using painting and coating techniques? If so, we want your input on how to engage with businesses to improve air quality. Reach out to Michelle DeHaven to discuss challenges associated with improving air quality, workforce development, and community outreach.
These community events will bring together employers, health organizations, and community groups to inform and educate the public on the hazards associated with toxic air emissions and how to reduce those effects. Employers will also be available to share opportunities with the community.
Are you hosting a community event and would like us to come out to share information? Reach out to Michelle DeHaven to learn more.
We will host 2 training workshops in association with KSU PPI and the Iowa Waste Reduction Center. These workshops will feature hands-on skills that can be shared to empower staff to take steps toward processes that reduce air emissions. Training events will occur on November 17 and 18, 2026 at the WSU Digital Research and Transformation Hub. Registration is required. Learn more.
November 17 and 18, 2026 | 8:30am - 5:00pm
This training will teach your painters the fundamentals of coating operations through interactive presentations, demonstrations and use cutting edge technology such as the VirtualPaint 3D virtual reality paint simulator.
Information to know:
- Registrations are capped at 20 people per training and there are 2 opportunities to attend. The content will be identical each day.
- Please limit your registrations to 1-2 people per business or organization.
- You will receive additional event information closer to the event.
If you have questions, please reach out to Michelle DeHaven at michelle.dehaven@wichita.edu.