Sustainable Buildings Canada - two exciting events in June

Here are two great events coming in June through partners of Sustainable Buildings Canada:

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Rooftop Solar: Understanding and Realizing the Economic Opportunity

Thanks to the Province of Ontario’s Green Energy Act, companies from across the province are being approached to realize new revenue opportunities from solar photovoltaic installations on their roofs and sites.

The economic opportunity is great – but there are pitfalls to be avoided. To help companies cut through the marketing materials and get to the facts, the Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association, Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters, Supply Chain and Logistics Association Canada, Enersource Hydro Mississauga and Partners in Project Green, are presenting a half-day information session to clear the air and help companies realize the economic benefits of rooftop solar.

If you would like to educate yourself on the topic, and see if this concept is right for your company, then this information session is for you. Hear from companies like yours about their experiences – the investigation, the installation, and the results. Get an overview of what is involved. See what the steps are and learn what you need to know.

This morning workshop will feature:


An overview of the Ontario feed-in-tariff and approval process for renewable energy projects;

Highlights on procurement and vendor selection issues that you should be aware of;

Identification of technical considerations that can impact the economics of your project;

Case studies from local companies sharing their experiences with installing rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations at their facilities; and,

An opportunity to network and learn from other companies who have completed or are looking to complete solar installations.



Date: Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m. to noon
Location: Fire and Emergency Training Institute at Toronto Pearson International Airport (2025 Courtney Park Drive East, Mississauga)





Cost: $30 members/$50 non-members


(members of Partners in Project Green, Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters, Supply Chain and Logistics Association, or the Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association qualify for the member rate).


For more information please contact Jennifer Taves at (416) 661-6600 ext. 5570 or via email at jtaves@trca.on.ca. Or register at - http://www.partnersinprojectgreen.com/get-involved/events-and-workshops?task=view_detail&agid=112&year=2010&month=06&day=01&catids=38%7C39
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The Canadian Water Summit

Water is fast becoming one of the most critical sustainability issues, demanding new knowledge, language, and planning foresight from businesses, public sector leaders, municipal planners, civil society and citizens alike. The Canadian Water Summit is a response to the market need for idea exchange and collaboration between diverse stakeholders at the forefront of shaping Canada’s adaptation to a new water reality. Scheduled for June 17th, 2010, the Summit will act as a unique forum for ensuring that Canada is prepared to overcome water-related challenges by facilitating solution-oriented partnerships. Join the conversation today.

Why Participate?

By framing global water sustainability challenges in a uniquely Canadian context, the 2010 Canadian Water Summit empowers practitioners and decision-makers to get ahead of the issues by:
Building a stronger understanding of the important linkages between water and critical business issues like energy, climate change, corporate risk, and sustainability strategy.
Accessing a first-rate forum for exploring strategies to meet our regional and global water sustainability challenges.
Sharing perspectives and expertise on the latest issues, best practices, technology and policies driving the water agenda.
Fostering collaborative working relationships aimed at realizing Canada’s potential to become a leader in delivering 21st century water solutions.


For questions regarding the Summit, please contact the Innovolve Group - Canadian Water Summit Registration at 416-364-0050 x105 or registration@watersummit.ca







www.watersummit.ca

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Don't Forget - The 6th Annual Green Building Festival returns this Sept!Once again the Green Building Festival will be partnering with IIDEX/Neocon Canada to bring together Canada's largest Green Building Event. Exhibitor and Sponsorship information is now available:

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