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December 2008 – Volume 2, Issue 12
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Dear Readers,
Welcome to the December edition of the Green Business e-newsletter.
We
are living in interesting times, to say the least. Markets have been
struggling, and the “R” word has crept into most discussions of the
economy.
And yet, there are some bright lights and
positive signals that suggest even in turbulent times, investments in
infrastructure, clean technology and education will help us weather
this storm and create more vibrant and forward thinking economies in
the process. Consider some of the news in this e-newsletter – increased
investment in solar energy education, higher enrolments in nuclear
engineering programs, an address from U.S. President-Elect Barack Obama
firmly stating that he will invest in energy efficiency programs.
There
have been other pieces of good news over the past few months. It’s
interesting to note that in the last print edition of Green Business,
the news section included an announcement of an expansion at a wind
turbine factory in Fort Erie. This month, Enermodal Engineering,
specialists in green building, announced the opening of a new office in
Toronto. Undeniably, our markets are in flux, but there are thriving
businesses that will help us get beyond tough economic times. Given the
right support, it may be that that change occurs more quickly.
As always, I welcome any comments you have on what you read here. I encourage you to e-mail me at rcolman@clbmedia.ca.
All the best for the holiday season,,
Robert Colman
Editor / Associate Publisher
Green Business
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Government of Canada supports training for solar energy workers
Workers
in Canada's growing solar-energy sector will receive additional skills
support from the Government of Canada, the Honourable Lisa Raitt,
Minister of Natural Resources, announced on December 8.
Full story: Solar
Students go nuclear
Enrollment in nuclear engineering education is surging and so is student involvement in nuclear associations.
For
instance, the American Nuclear Society and the Faculty of Engineering
at McMaster University formally recognized the formation of the
first-ever ANS student chapter in the Province of Ontario in early
December, and the first in Canada in almost 10 years.
Full story: Nuclear
Fellows appointed to Rotman School's AIC Institute for Corporate Citizenship
Two
inaugural fellows have been appointed to the AIC Institute for
Corporate Citizenship at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of
Management. With their appointments, Rotman Profs. Anita McGahan and
Yue Li will receive direct support for ongoing research in the area of
corporate citizenship, including resources for research-related
expenses.
Full story: Rotman
Ontario Environmental Commissioner looks for long-term emission reductions in challenging times
According
to the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO), now is no time to
shirk the province's commitment to managing climate change goals. And
the reductions met by the province must be understood as permanent or
transitory (based on economic conditions).
Full story: Ontario
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VIDEO NEWS
 Obama's infrastructure plans
When
Barack Obama was first elected president in November, everyone expected
him to make a few statements within the ensuing weeks to let the U.S.
populace know that he is a man of action and would deliver the change
he had promised. He has done that by unveiling aspects of his ambitious
infrastructure program. He did so online in early December. Two of the
goals of this infrastructure plan include reducing the country's
dependence on oil, and saving billions of dollars.
To view the address, click here.
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COLUMNS
Look for silver linings
When your customer base is in trouble, find new customers
By Todd Phillips
It's
all but impossible to pen a column about manufacturing in December 2008
without addressing the elephant in the room. The elephant, of course,
is the global economic upheaval. He's hard to ignore because he's
noisy, stomping on margins and profit and reshaping industries.
Full story: Silver linings
Eastern infrastructure
Hong Kong's plan for an urban overhaul offers opportunities to Canadian clean tech companies.
By Susan Sheehan
Hong
Kong has, for some time, been a platform for foreign firms expanding
their markets into Mainland China and throughout Asia. Canada, however,
has never had as substantial a foothold there as it should.
Full story: Hong Kong
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FEATURE STORIES
U.S. Architects report increased adoption of green building
Autodesk,
Inc. and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) have announced the
results of the 2008 Autodesk/AIA Green Index, an annual survey that
measures how AIA members are practicing sustainable design, as well as
their opinions about the green building movement. This year's index
shows an increase in the implementation of sustainable design practices
from architects and building owners.
Full story: AIA
In conversation with Nortel's Rick Dipper
Green
marketing can be a differentiator for both your clients and your
employees. Nortel has been pushing the message to both audiences.
Differentiating
yourself from your competitors is always a challenge. What is that one
value that is going to make you look more appealing? This is a
challenge that Nortel has faced as it has tried to pull market share
from giant Cisco Systems.
Full story: Nortel
CALENDAR
January 26-27, 2009
Climate Change Strategies for a Changing Environment
Metropolitan Hotel
Toronto, Ontario
Find out what regulations affect your business, what it will take to
comply, and what your peers are doing to reduce emissions, increase
energy efficiency and manage their stakeholders.
www.conferenceboard.ca
January 27-28, 2009
BC Power
Green Policy, Meeting Future Energy Demands and Preserving Affordability
Four Seasons
Vancouver, B.C.
BC has always been recognized for its forward thinking when it comes to
environmental stewardship so it is not surprising that the province is
being 'climate conscious' about its current and future power portfolio.
How are new regulations going to affect your business? What
opportunities exist for new power projects?
www.canadianinstitute.com/environment/bcpower.htm
February 25-27, 2009
Third Annual In-House Counsel Forum
St. Andrew's Club and Conference Centre
Toronto, Ontario
As the role of corporate counsel rapidly evolves, in-house counsel and
corporate executives are re-examining what they expect of each other.
Should corporate counsel be part of the senior management team? Does an
employment relationship afford in-house counsel greater access to
senior management, or does it diminish counsel's independence, giving
external counsel the lead role in representing the organization? Is
there a career path for corporate counsel outside law in the
organization's business operations?
www.insightinfo.com
March 10-11, 2009
Sixth Annual B.C. Power Summi
Wosk Centre for Dialogue
Vancouver, B.C.
This program covers issues of strategic interest to the B.C. economy.
Topics include: renewable and alternative energy options, clean power
potential in B.C., and new developments in demand side management.
www.insightinfo.com
April 7-8, 2009
Carbon TradeEx America
Convention Center
Washington, D.C.
Koelnmesse hosts this keystone trade fair and conference for all
current and future players in the Carbon Market. The Carbon Markets and
Investors Association (CMIA) is partnering with Koelnmesse to make this
the premiere Carbon Market conference and trade show in the U.S.
carbontradeexamerica.com
April 23-24, 2009
Third Annual Cap-and-Trade Forum: Carbon Constraints and the Economy
Toronto, Ontario
www.insightinfo.com
Please visit our website for many more upcoming events.
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