Introduced in 2008, the Clean & Green Symposium is a one-day educational and networking mini-conference that shares information and methods to improve environmental and economic quality of life for a more vibrant, attractive and sustainable community. Featuring nationally renowned experts, the symposium offers insights and real-world solutions on key threshold issues, including:

• Community improvement
• Community development and planning
  
• Environmental courts
  
• Law enforcement
  
• Litter prevention
• Scenic beautification
  
• Waste management and recycling

At the inaugural symposium, then-President Bush commended Carl Garner of Tumbling Shoals, a founding director of the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Foundation, with the President’s Volunteer Service Award honoring his lifelong advocacy for a litter-free Arkansas. Matt McKenna, president of Keep America Beautiful, presented the commendation.