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Event - Waste to Energy & Recycling

International Exhibition and Conference from Energy and Materials from Waste and Biomass will take place on February 19-20, 2013 at the Bremen Exhibition Centre, Germany - Hall 4. This event is an international forum for the exchange of successful exchange to questions about the future and the initiation of important business contacts

Programme: Sustainable Resource Utilisation

Energy and raw materials recovery from wastes and biomass, two domestically available fuels, can make an important contribution to security of supply. Industrial users, the public sector and private households alike benefit from this. How can the different streams, including household rubbish and sewage sludge, commercial and industrial wastes, electronic scrap, construction & demolition wastes, and crop residues be treated economically and environmentally sound? In which case does waste-to-energy make more sense, when should recycling be the preferred method? Which technologies and business models have proven themselves? How can the latest research and development results help to increase efficiency and protect the climate?

Patronage - Association Partner

This is what the "waste to energy+recycling" is all about, now held for the seventh time on the Bremen fairgrounds. The international trade show and conference has become a leading forum for talking business on forward-thinking issues and for making new valuable contacts. Exhibitors repeatedly praised the high quality of leads and effectiveness of the event.

Country focus 2013: United Kingdom, Poland, Turkey

There will be increased advertising for visitor delegations from these countries. Additionally, workshops inform about the specific legal framework and market opportunities for foreign vendors.

2 Days, all under 1 Roof 

At the combined event, technology vendors and know-how providers meet with buyers, existing and new customers from Germany and abroad, in a clearly targeted and highly efficient way. Exhibitors can present themselves at a reasonable cost and participate in the full conference programme for free. Attendees benefit from the short distances approach: the conference rooms are integrated into the exhibition. This makes participation easy and maximises opportunities for networking and information exchange.

For more information click here.

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Event - Power Up Energy Expo 2013

Power Up Energy Expo is moving to a larger location AND adding a third day of speakers, exhibitors and more. Join us at Power Up Energy Expo at the Emerald Coast Convention Center in beautiful Fort Walton Beach, Florida, March 18-20, 2013. This year’s event will draw energy leaders, policy makers, scientists and engineers, and green building enthusiasts from all across the country.

Energy plays a critical role in our daily lives. We can secure our nation’s future by improving the way we use energy and by exploring new ways to harness energy, while protecting our environment, our national security, and human health. Power Up Energy Expo provides an unmatched opportunity to connect with other energy industry experts, influential business leaders, policy makers, conservationists, and green building enthusiast, as they share innovative techniques to address the energy issues and advance the green building movement. Attendees will hear presentations and panel discussions across all energy sectors including wind, solar, hydro, geothermal, ocean, and bioenergy.

Power Up Energy Expo will connect energy professionals and exhibitors for three days of networking to foster the exchange of important ideas and information impacting the renewable energy industry. Join us and develop new contacts in the exciting world of emerging energy technologies.

To register click here.

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Event - 2013 Smart and Sustainable Campuses Conference

This event will be held on April 15-16, 2013, at the DoubleTree by Hilton, in downtown Bethesda. Colleges and universities are incubators of innovation, tackling the biggest challenges of society through creative means. The 2013 Smart and Sustainable Campuses Conference provides the setting to learn, share and explore how campuses are using their passion for innovation to develop technologies, infrastructure, programs and curricula that address the world's most pressing sustainability challenges.

Take an in-depth approach toward defining, understanding and creating solutions to sustainability issues facing our campuses. Longer, 80-minute sessions create environments ripe for dialogue, shared problem-solving, skill development and community building.

Attendees included directors and staff from sustainability, facilities, health & safety, campus planning and business offices, as well as students, business partners and other education stakeholders.

The 2013 conference tracks:

1. Community Connections
2. Fostering Behavior Change
3. The Campus as a Learning Laboratory
4. Strategic Implementation
5. The Built Environment
6. Innovation

For more information or to register click here.

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Event - Rutgers University Course: Environmental Funding

On January 30th 2013, Rutgers University is offering a one day seminar course on Environmental Funding. The seminar will take place from  9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This one-day seminar will introduce strategies to fund environmental remediation, economic development and renewable energy projects. Participants will have ample opportunity to present specific concerns to speakers throughout the day.

Funding opportunity mechanisms to be discussed include: 
  • State and federal grants
  • Private financing resources
  • PILOTs
  • Incentives for solar projects.
Seminar Topics: 
  • Financing Deals: Public-Private Partnerships The State of Environmental Lending
  • In-Kind Services
  • Federal Funds for Economic Development
  • Federal Interagency Cooperation
  • NJ Environmental Infrastructure Trust
  • UST Petroleum Closure
  • Upgrade and Remediation Fund
  • Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund
  • Remediation Trusts
  • NJEDA Financing Programs
  • Brownfield Coalition
The Course Code is EN0502CA13

For more information click here.

Event - Green Tourism & Hospitality Conference

On February 12th 2013,  the Green Tourism and Hospitality Conference will take place at the DoubleTree Somerset Hotel and Conference Center in Somerset, NJ. At the event participants can connect with the leaders who are driving sustainability in the hospitality and tourism industries. The Green Tourism and Hospitality Conference is presented by the New Jersey Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Fairleigh Dickinson University, and the Somerset County Business Partnership.

A dynamic keynote address will be delivered by Internet giant Travelocity and workshops will be facilitated by other top companies like DOW, Honeywell and Wyndham Worldwide.

Explore cutting-edge technologies and real-world applications through classes and panel discussions led by experts in Operations and Marketing.

Enjoy networking opportunities throughout the day and trade show exhibits showcasing the latest “green” innovations and products.

Who Should Attend

■Owners, stakeholders and active professionals in the restaurant, hotel and special attraction/venue sectors – particularly those involved in sustainability.
■Green businesses wanting to do business with hotels, restaurants and special venues seeking to become more sustainable.
■Communication professionals that want to learn tactics to promote their organization’s green initiatives.

The cost is $125 per person or $75 for students with valid college ID.

For more information or to register click here.

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Event - First Annual Edison Energy Forum

On February 12th, 2013, the first annual Edison Energy Forum will take place between 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Edison Municipal Complex, 100 Municipal Boulevard Edison. This event is being presented by the Township of Edison and the Edison Chamber of Commerce.

The event will focus on opportunities for Edison and Greater Edison businesses to reduce energy consumption and costs with the help of  a variety of grants including:

  • TSLE 
  • NJBPU 
  • CE 
  • SSB 
  • DIP 
In addition to these grants information will be offered on third-party utility provider, as well as pro-bono technical support with applications.

Light Refreshments will be provided.

Advance Registration to confirm attendance is required.

Please call 732-738-9482 to register.

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Event - Inspiring Engagement: Enabling Habits That Drive Sustainable Change

Inspiring Engagement - Enabling Habits That Drive Sustainable Change will take place at Network Orange, ING DIRECT Downtown Café 221 Yonge Street (Yonge & Shuter), Toronto, ON, Canada. This event is being held by SPRING and will feature Christine Wickett, Senior TEEM Program Manager, Energy Advantage.

You’ve installed energy efficient lights, lighting sensors, completed an HVAC retrofit, reduced paper use in your offices and set up a recycling program. Next, you’ve detailed corporate wide sustainability goals and have implemented operational procedures to meet these targets. So what’s next?

Upon meeting with initial success investing in facilities and operational efficiencies, many organizations look to advance their sustainability initiatives by engaging stakeholders and identify addition cost-saving opportunities by engaging their stakeholder – be they employees, customers, partners, etc.

Stakeholder engagement is an integral piece to capturing the highest business value from sustainability. For example, a building’s performance is not solely based on the its design, systems or equipment, but on how stakeholders operate and occupy the building.

Christine Wickett will present a variety of best practices for engaging stakeholders in sustainability, and will present different behavioural change management strategies that can take your sustainability program to the next level. Participants will then be encouraged to share their insight and experience during the subsequent peer-to-peer dialogue.

For more information click here.

What is SPRiNG?

SPRiNG (Sustainability Professionals Resource & Networking Group) is a networking, professional development and dialogue event held each month for practitioners in the "sustainability management" sphere. It is a forum wherein one may engage and problem-solve with their peers in an intelligent and constructive manner. Said professionals understand the realities of “doing business” – that they face many obstacles and that they must tailor their sustainability efforts accordingly.

Its intended audience are those individuals working toward greater operational sustainability and environmental stewardship within their respective enterprise, be it corporation, not-for-profit or government agency.

For more information on SPRING click here.

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Event - OFA Annual Conference: Our Working Forest

The 64th annual Ontario Forest Association (OFA) annual conference will take place on Friday Feb 8, 2013, in Alliston, Ontario. This OFA conference will be exploring the theme of "Our Working Forest". It will explore the importance of forest products in our daily lives, and the value of forest industry to our culture and economy. Over-reliance on fossil fuels, coupled with population growth is driving the need to fully harness the potential of our truly renewable resource; wood.

Appreciation for wood and wood products is growing due to initiatives on many different fronts:

- Science and Engineering, through new uses for wood and its derivatives
- Policy, through regulations and incentives promoting local use of wood
- Forest Industry, though innovative practices ensuring best product and product usage
- Markets, through forest certification and green building standards Communities, through collaborative approaches to forest management
- Individuals, through purchasing power and private woodlot management

Our Working Forest will bring together experts from industry, academia, government, and more to discuss the state of forest products today, what to expect in the future, and what this means to all of us.

For more details and to register click here.

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Event - IMN Inaugural Impact Investing Summit

On March 14-15 in Huntington Beach, CA, IMN will be hosting the inaugural Impact Investing Summit. The conference will bring together experts in the exciting impact investing arena to discuss the key topics of interest with their industry peers.

As investors and asset managers alike look to increase their involvement in impact and sustainable investments, this conference will provide a practical overview of opportunities for returns, offer routes to entry, and clarify what defines true impact investing.

As part of IMN’s 2013 Spring Investment Series, the Impact Investing Summit will run alongside IMN’s 18th Annual Public Funds Summit and 8th Annual Foundations & Endowments Summit. Attendees will benefit from joint plenary sessions addressing common concerns affecting the investment management world, and shared networking events, allowing delegates to meet with all three groups of industry leaders.

Featuring an expert speaker faculty and an agenda developed by an advisory board of industry leaders, we encourage you to attend this event to learn more about this growing sector of finance, hear examples of how investors can create positive social and environmental impact while generating returns, meet with key industry experts and keep your organization ahead of the curve.

Featured Keynote Speakers:

Dave Jones California Insurance Commissioner State of California BIO

The Honorable Bill Lockyer State Treasurer State of California BIO

Esteemed Speaker Faculty Includes

Sarah Saxe, Manager, CALVERT FOUNDATION
R. Paul Herman, CEO and CIO, HIP INVESTOR
Bonny Moellenbrock, Executive Director, INVESTORS’ CIRCLE AND SJF INSTITUTE
Patrick Gleeson, CEO, MEYER FAMILY ENTERPRISES
Peter Berliner, Managing Director, MISSION INVESTORS EXCHANGE
Audrey Choi, Head, Global Sustainable Finance, MORGAN STANLEY
Jessica LaBarbera, Director, California Market, NONPROFIT FINANCE FUND
Ben Thornley, Director, InSight, PACIFIC COMMUNITY VENTURES
Dan Apfel, Executive Director, RESPONSIBLE ENDOWMENTS COALITION
Melissa L. Bradley, Chief Executive Officer, TIDES FOUNDATION

To view the full speaker faculty click here.

Three Convenient Ways to Register

1) Visit the Event Website: http://imn.msgfocus.com/c/114yeXkhM0tlR0I69C8XSxkUqn 2) Send an email to hotline@imn.org 3) Call our event specialists at 212.224.3428

To see the full agenda click here.

For more information visit the IMN homepage here.

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Event - The World Green Energy Symposium (WGES)

The World Green Energy Symposium (WGES) will take place on March 26 in New York city at Hunter College. WGES has a track record in showcasing new, alternative, sustainable and innovative product development and opportunities for businesses and the public. The WGES attracts the best minds and top decision makers through a carefully planned strategic process which has developed into the foundation leading to an outstanding premier technical program providing a world stage for a platform of education and information exchange on new and existing advances in sustainable energy.

WGES has made its mark consecutively since its inception in 2008, the program focuses on green/renewable energy technology and innovations in existing technologies as the vantage point in the new economy creating and maintaining jobs, contract and exporting opportunities, and new policies leading to economic vitality and a healthier planet.

The WGES provides opportunities for networking, learning, exchanging, exhibiting and investing in the future of the new energy and green technology and innovation & solutions to improve existing technologies. It is made up of a G2G, B2B and B2G audience. It also provides a platform to showcase products & technologies to an enthusiastic and forward thinking audience looking for solutions.

This is a leading technical symposium known for attracting the top echelon of speakers, scientists, researchers, innovators, officials, corporate leaders, exhibitors, program and contracting officers and a track record of proven results and equal caliber of sponsors and participants (ref. testimonials , www.wges.us) Since its inception it has developed a stellar reputation drawing the best minds. Participating agencies included: DOC, DOE, GSA (PBS, FAS) DOT, DHS, DOD (Pentagon – Army & Air Force), DOC, DOL, private sector such as AECOM, BAE, DOW, Tishman, Siemans, GE, Johnson Controls, and others, Mayor’s Office, Governors, Economic Development & Planning, Universities ,SBDC, PWC, AFE, and other trade organizations, Chambers of Commerce are partners, large and small companies global, national and local media.

What Makes WGES A Successful Investment of Time:

Partial list of Testimonials from past WGES Events.."This has been the best symposium I have ever been too"...(2010 WGESPA Forum participant)..."5 STARS RATING" (2009,2010, 2011 WGES Exhibitor)...."What was different with the World Green Energy Symposium from the other green energy events,was exhibitors and attendees were specific to our targeted audience - everyone we connected with was involved in the industry and knowledgeable, which made our investment worthwhile." (2011 Exhibitor) "It was a quality, not just a quantity for the sake of quantity event. It was well planned and worthy of our time...."(2011 participant) We received 5 solid leads for major projects, which is more than any event I have attended...

The 7 Reasons to Participate in 2013 WGES

1.Top Experts cover well planned agenda of current topics/training for your business and agency in this industry.

2. New policies are unveiled and proposed policies discussed.

3.Case Studies are presented with information detailing when project commenced, obstacles, hurdles & lessons learned, where & how funding was procured, technologies & Innovations & papers are presented.

4.Industry exhibitors present new innovative products, technology, innovations. services and government agencies exhibit providing information on procurement & contracting information.

5.Roundtable and One on One Mentorship discussions with experts in government, business, educational, environmental leaders who will share their viewpoints & experience. 6.Latest updates on lending, investing, exporting, contracting & jobs

7.Networking with top decision makers in B2B, B2G, G2G and academia in an environment of education and information exchange to a well defined multi-discipline target audience, global media coverage with a track record as a premier world event.

Who is Invited to Attend

Industry Leaders/Officials their Program & Contracting Officers seeking business and/or to procure innovations & technologies,

Federal, State, Local Government Officials, Policymakers, Agency Program Managers, Employees & Contracting Specialists seeking to identify, inform, exchange & outreach with public and private sectors within this field,

Government Agencies, Government Contractors, Global Businesses, Entrepreneurs, Environmental Organizations & Academia seeking to Partner/Exhibit/Export/Contract or Subcontract/Create Green Jobs,

Lenders, Financial Institutions & Investors seeking qualified customers,

Engineers, Architects, Program Managers & Developers seeking updates,

Manufacturers, R&D and Distributors with new technologies & Innovations,

Scientists, Professors, IT Professionals, Researchers & Innovators providing updates/education & information

Universities seeking information on jobs & new disciplines,

Chambers, Consulates, Trade Organizations....

Why You Want to Attend:

Location, Location, Location
Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Informed!

The World Green Energy Symposium (WGES) has a track record in showcasing new, alternative, sustainable and innovative product development and opportunities for businesses and the public. The WGES attracts the best minds and top decision makers through a carefully planned strategic process which has developed into the foundation leading to an outstanding premier technical program providing a world stage for a platform of education and information exchange on new and existing advances in sustainable energy.

WGES has made its mark consecutively since its inception in 2008, the program focuses on green/renewable energy technology and innovations in existing technologies as the vantage point in the new economy creating and maintaining jobs, contract and exporting opportunities, and new policies leading to economic vitality and a healthier planet.

The WGES provides opportunities for networking, learning, exchanging, exhibiting and investing in the future of the new energy and green technology and innovation & solutions to improve existing technologies. It is made up of a G2G, B2B and B2G audience. It also provides a platform to showcase products & technologies to an enthusiastic and forward thinking audience looking for solutions.

This is a leading technical symposium known for attracting the top echelon of speakers, scientists, researchers, innovators, officials, corporate leaders, exhibitors, program and contracting officers and a track record of proven results and equal caliber of sponsors and participants (ref. testimonials , www.wges.us) Since its inception it has developed a stellar reputation drawing the best minds. Participating agencies included: DOC, DOE, GSA (PBS, FAS) DOT, DHS, DOD (Pentagon – Army & Air Force), DOC, DOL, private sector such as AECOM, BAE, DOW, Tishman, Siemans, GE, Johnson Controls, and others, Mayor’s Office, Governors, Economic Development & Planning, Universities ,SBDC, PWC, AFE, and other trade organizations, Chambers of Commerce are partners, large and small companies global, national and local media.

Large audience, global media coverage with a track record as a premier world event.

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Event - Green Schools National Conference

Green Schools National Conference will take place on February 22- 24, 2013, in West Palm Beach Florida.  The Green Schools National Network (GSNN) advances the national green and healthy schools movement by connecting like-minded and passionate education, non-profit, corporate and public sector individuals and organizations.

GSNN is nationally recognized as the premier partner in advancing collaboration to integrate a green and healthy culture in schools to ensure that current and future generations of students are environmentally literate as well as practice and promote sustainability in their community.

Education/Professional Development

GSNN supports local, regional and national professional development opportunities that enhance the quantity and quality of green and healthy schools across the nation. These opportunities include the Annual Green Schools National Conference and audience-specific seminars in collaboration with other national partners

Resources and Information

GSNN will develop and maintain a robust website and online newsletter for sharing information and resources about all aspects of green and healthy schools.

Networking/Collaboration

GSNN supports opportunities for schools, non-profit organizations, corporations and the public sector to network and collaborate through local, regional and national meetings hosted by the GSNN and other national partners.

Advocacy/Policy

GSNN works with other national partners to develop a coordinated policy and advocacy effort to advance the national green and healthy schools movement Research: GSNN works with other national partners and researchers to coordinate a rigorous research and evaluation agenda of green and healthy schools initiatives that can inform the development of best practices for healthy growth and development and academic achievement.

For more information or to register click here.

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Event - Renewable Energy Finance and Infrastructure Summit

The fourth annual Renewable Energy Finance and Infrastructure Summit will take place on February 27th – 28th, 2013 in Vienna Austria. Concrete efforts in the energy sector are moving Renewable Energy towards a truly sustainable role within the global energy market. Despite this, both European and other countries are continuing to face difficulties related to National budget cuts, changes to financial markets, and instability in both the regulatory and policy environments.

These issues continue to prevent smooth progress with Renewable Energy projects. In the face of these obstacles, finance and investment professionals in the renewables sector have continued to find innovative approaches to increase the contribution that their projects can make to both energy markets and sustainable approaches to energy production.

This conference gathers renewable energy experts, decision makers, finance and investment professionals, and government officials under one roof to exchange valuable insight into both the trends and peculiarities surrounding Renewable Energy Finance.

Following up on 3 very successful events, the 4th Annual Renewable Energy Finance & Infrastructure Summit is a great opportunity to network, exchange ideas and to take a closer look at current market challenges.

Issues that will be Addressed
  • Take a closer look at the 2020 targets and beyond 
  • Assess the impact of EU Policies & Regulations on industry development 
  • Understand the outcome of austerity measures across Europe 
  • Reveal the future role of innovative approaches to overcome financial constraints 
  • Examine key criteria to achieve grid parity 
  • Find the best strategies to finance your projects 
  • Learn how to take project bonds a step further 
  • Network with industry leaders to develop the contacts you need to move your business forward 
Special Features

  • CFOs Panel discussion 
  • 4 Case Studies: Offshore Wind, Geothermal, Solar Power & Hydro 
  • Renewable Energy beyond the EU borders: China and Sub-Saharan Africa
For more information or to register click here.

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Event - The 2013 GreenBiz Forums (New York and San Francisco)

The 2013 GreenBiz Forums New York will take place on February 19, 2013 - February 21, 2013. The 2013 GreenBiz Forums San Francisco will take place on February 26, 2013 - February 28. These two events are framed by the 2013 State of Green Business report. The 2013 GreenBiz Forums bring together thought leaders and sustainability executives to define the trends, challenges and opportunities in sustainable business today. Great topics, speakers, absolutely relevant presentations and information.

Why You Should Attend the GreenBiz Forums


  • Gain insight. The information-packed Forum coincides with the release of GreenBiz.com's "State of Green Business 2013," the acclaimed annual status report on corporate environmental trends and progress. Understand the trends. 
  • Get an edge on the emerging trends affecting sustainability professionals, and be prepared to take advantage of the opportunities. 
  • Get results. Come away with actionable ideas you can apply in your own organization or practice. 
  • Network with the pros. Connect with other top sustainability pros, thought leaders, and change agents. 
Register Now! Best Rate expires January 15 - Save 25%!

To register for the GreenBiz Forum New York 2013 click here.
To register for the GreenBiz Forum San Franciso click here.

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Event - 2013 Sustainable Communities Conference and Trade Show

2013 Sustainable Communities Conference and Trade Show will take place on February 13-15, 2013 at Caesars Windsor, Windsor Essex, Ontario. Hundreds of cities and communities across Canada are leading the charge towards local sustainability and the shift to a green economy. Every year, they come together to share their experiences and discuss the latest strategies for sustainable community development. Be part of this exciting forum for municipal sustainability champions. Attend the 2013 Sustainable Communities Conference (SCC) and Trade Show hosted by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

This year's conference theme, "Building Blocks for the Next Generation", focuses on best practices in sustainable development from a wide range of Canadian communities and regions, and highlights innovative projects. Sustainable communities are built upon sustainable infrastructure, including high-efficiency facilities; leadership to envision and implement change; the skills to manage physical and human assets; and a willingness to test and develop new technologies.

Three Content Streams

1. The Culture of Leadership: Share examples of how leadership can effect changes in policy, process, scope, timelines, or partners, in the pursuit of local sustainable development. We encourage profiles of leadership driven by diverse stakeholders-including mayors, Councillors  municipal staff, community groups, residents, businesses, etc.-that have increased citizen engagement, reached new constituencies, improved efficiency in managing public assets, and demonstrated new approaches to sustainable development.

2. Sustainable Infrastructure: Demonstrate viable options for building, retrofitting, repairing and maintaining infrastructure, to help it last longer while reducing its environmental impact and fostering sustainable living. We encourage examples that account for cost over the full lifecycle of the investment.

3. Innovation and Technology: Introduce new technologies and innovative approaches to advance sustainability in changing times. We invite demonstrations of technology in action, focusing on prototypes, pilot programs and applications that have been tested in a Canadian municipality. We encourage municipal practitioners and partners to share examples of innovation through processes, technologies and approaches that advance sustainability.

Why Attend
  • Whether you're planning or have already begun your journey to a sustainable community, the SCC will help to put you on the fast-track to successful project design, implementation and cost recovery.
  • Gain insight into the latest trends on sustainable development 
  • Discover best practices for making communities more socially, ecologically and economically vibrant 
  • Network with other municipalities and sustainability experts from across Canada 
  • See leading-edge green products and services in the Trade Show 
Who attends

The SCC brings together mayors, councillors, alderman/women, municipal staff, federal and provincial representatives, and private sector and not-for-profit sustainability professionals. More than 450 are expected for the 2013 conference.

Why Hold the Sustainable Communities Conference in Windsor?

Windsor is a community in transition. As manufacturing declined, Windsor began a journey of renewal and economic transition. Applying expertise developed over decades of making automobiles, Windsor's companies have begun manufacturing solar panels, wind turbines and biomass generators. The City is also rehabilitating ecosystems degraded by earlier industrial practices. Through site visits and study tours, Windsor-Essex will showcase several of its green initiatives.

For more information or to register click here.

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Event: MiaGreen Expo and Conference

MiaGreen Expo and Conference will take place on Jan 31 – Feb 1, 2013 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. This is the only event in the United States providing access to the ever-growing, unstoppable green, renewable and sustainable markets for ALL the Americas.

This annual, business-to-business event is one-of-a-kind and grows bigger and better every year. With its unique marketing mix (80% US + 20% Latin America & the Caribbean), MiaGreen has developed as the one-stop, all-inclusive, interactive conference and marketplace for SUSTAINABILITY, combining a major trade show with front edge extensive educational and networking programs.

MiaGreen, as The Green Convention of the Americas, is supported by prestigious industry sponsors, partners and hemispheric institutions.

Key Features

● 150 + Exhibitors... with front edge products and services at special event pricing.
● 53 educational sessions by 70+ US & Int'l Top Speakers.
● More than 30 AIA (HSW/SD) & GBCI accredited hours at hand, for Architects, LEED professionals and professionals that want to become LEED.
● One stop 8 PDHs Shop for FL Engineers! (PE License Renewal is Feb 28, 2013). Limited capacity.
● 6 Special accredited courses for Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Installers, Professionals, etc.
● MiaGreen Happy Hour and more.

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Event on Energy Security: Military Procurement of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects and Technologies

This event sponsored by AGRION will take place on Thursday, January 17th 2012 9:30am- 12:30pm ET. A streamed Panel Discussion is scheduled for 7:00am - 9:00am PT / 10:00am - 12:00pm ET / 16:00 - 18:00 (Paris-Frankfurt).

At AGRION’s US Offshore Wind: Benchmarks and Bellwethers roundtable, Bill Shore, CFO of Fishermen’s Energy, stated that federal procurement of renewables would top his policy wishlist for the Obama administration. With the announcement of the Energy Initiatives Task Force, which aims to fund projects and emerging technologies, this will soon be a reality. The US Army has a $7 billion budget, and is looking to be a third party investor in renewable energy projects and alternative energy technologies, which encompass micro-grid, energy storage, and fuel cell technologies.

US Army has a $7 billion budget for solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, and other alternative energy technologies that it will use to reach its many energy efficiency and clean energy targets such as 3 gigawatts of renewable energy generation by 2025.

In this meeting, we will convene military officials, policymakers, renewable energy technology providers, and more to discuss the evolution of the military’s renewable energy procurement program, and its long term energy goals.

Questions that will be Answered

  • What segment of the military is most energy consumptive? 
  • Where can the biggest impact be made? 
  • What emerging alternative technologies is the Department of Defense looking at? 
  •  Will the 30 year PPA’s be extended to solar and wind projects?

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Event: 3rd Annual Electric Energy Storage

This event is subtitled Assessing the Technological and Economic Potential of Electric Storage Operations for Real-Time Applications. It will take place on January 8-10, 2013 at Embassy Suites Biltmore, Phoenix, Arizona.

Event Focus

Energy storage technologies have the potential to improve grid efficiency and reliability by optimizing power flows and supporting variable power supplies. However, storage applications are often costly and don’t always produce achievable returns in every grid scenario. Finding a reliable and profitable strategy within electric storage can be a daunting and confusing task, as utilities struggle to understand the tools necessary for accurately determining its economic impact and viability.

Key Topics

Dissect evaluation methodologies and examine appropriate structures for electric storage technologies
Determine suitable scenarios and technologies for storage application to minimize cost and operational risk
Establish financial support in the current regulatory market to develop storage with long-term viable revenue streams Integrate energy storage technologies for optimal planning, operations and customer solutions
Develop storage with long-term viable streams

Key Features

Two Pre-Conference Workshops on January 8, 2013 at Additional Cost: Pre-Conference Workshop A: Think Big, Start Small: Lessons Learned from Community Energy Storage (CES) Initiatives and How They Can Progress Bulk Energy Storage Pre-Conference Workshop B: Transforming Technology and Large Scale Energy by Utilizing Transporation to Support the Smart Grid

Why Should You Attend?

The 3rd Annual Electric Energy Storage Conference will be a two and a half-day, industry focused event, specific to those within Energy Storage, Renewable Energy, Regulatory Policy and Planning and Research and Development. This conference will bring together the leading senior executives to discuss technological advances and case studies, while focusing on the tools and strategies necessary to bring energy storage operations into real time energy operations.

Attending This Event Will Enable You to: 

1. Examine Drexel Universitys grid-level EES project to evaluate the potential of flow batteries and super capacitors
2. Think big, start small: lessons learned from community energy storage initiatives and how they can progress bulk energy storage
3. Classify the market structure to accurately determine the economic feasibility and impact of storage
4. Develop a sustainable policy and regulatory framework for energy storage technology
5. Classify the market structure to accurately determine the economic feasibility and impact of storage
6. Experience highly interactive conference sessions, 10-15 minutes of Q&A time after each presentation, 4+ hours of networking and exclusive online access to materials post-event

With a one-track focus, the 3rd Annual Electric Energy Storage Conference is a highly intensive, content-driven event that includes case studies, presentations and panel discussions over two full days.

Key Speakers

Craig Glazer
Vice President, Federal Government Policy, PJM Interconnection

John Moura
Associate Director, Reliability Assessment, NERC

Michael Robinson
Manager, Market Design, Midwest ISO

Bob Lane
Director, FERC, CAISO & Reliability Compliance, San Diego Gas & Electric

Henry Durrwachter
Director, ERCOT Market Services, Luminant

Past Attendees Include:
PSEG
US Department of Energy
FERC
Southern California Edison
Austin Energy
Hydro One
Iowa Stored Energy Park
ENERI Inc
PJM Interconnection
Enel
Ultralife
Sandia National Laboratory
Xcel Energy
Midwest ISO
PNM Resources
APS Renewable Energy
US Renewable Corporation
Southern California Edison
Progress Energy Florida Inc

For more information or to register click here.

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