Power of Green | Sessions

This year, the focus of the conference is on building business relationships through networking opportunities. Conference delegates will choose from six exciting small breakout sessions. Each session has an industry-specific theme that will promote practical discussions and the free flow of ideas from those who are experiencing and learning firsthand that green is the way to go.

Power of Green Conference 2010
Catch the Latest on Sustainable Fisheries	Whether you produce, harvest, process, market or trade in the fisheries industry, you're probably concerned about how new sustainability requirements might change the way you do business in today's fishery. Come hear what industry leaders and policy makers have to say about innovations and current trends - and get your chance to be heard, too. Workshop leaders will include: Greg Roach - NS Fisheries and Aquaculture (Moderator) Sadie Beaton - Off The Hook Nell Halse - Cooke Aquaculture Geoff Irvine - Atlantic Lobster Council Catherine Boyd - Clearwater
Empowering Your Growth Plans: Renewable Energy	Nova Scotia's new Renewable Electricity Plan is more than just a commitment to develop renewable energy (40% of total energy by 2020). It's an opportunity for companies, communities and individuals to create jobs, grow security for the future, and add profit to the bottom line.The possibilities are endless: whether it's enhanced grid development, net metering, biomass, tidal, solar or conservation - there's room for all Nova Scotian's to participate. Come learn about this exciting growth industry! Discuss great ideas and opportunities with: Jason Hollett - NS Environment (Moderator) Brad Murray - Daewoo (DSME) Bruce Cameron - Marine Renewable Energy Barry Zwicker - Scotian Windfields
Financing for Clean Technologies and Green Business Models	Clean technology cannot live without multiple sources of funding. The capital requirements, quickly developing worldwide markets, regulatory structures and innovation demands require collaboration among funding bodies. New trends and innovations in cleantech funding through mechanisms such as venture, private equity, debt and government assistance will be discussed. Join workshop leaders: Thomas Rankin - NS Environment (Moderator) Patrick Keefe - Innovacorp Phil Bassil - Beacon Securities Ken Cartmill - LED Roadway Lighting
Increase competitive advantage with sustainable supply chain management	"Is your business sustainable? If not, then what is it?" With this challenging question, Ray Comeau, CEO of Return Sustainable Enterprises, leads an exciting, hands-on workshop that will give you the tools you need to build sustainable competitive advantage into your business. We all work to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve our products and services through managing our supply chain better. With low initial costs, low risk, and improved short-term returns, it's good for business! This workshop will show you how sustainable supply chain management can help your reach your strategic business goals and targets. Workshop led by: Ray Comeau - Return Sustainable Enterprises
The New Entrepreneurs: Launching Green from the Get-Go	This session will look at the intricacies of launching a product - profitably - in the new sustainable environment. Hear from the venture capitalist author of “The New Entrepreneurs” Andrew Heintzman, about creating a business plan, raising finances, gathering a team, and building a mission to go Green. Get the inside track on following this strategy from Barb Stegemann, one of Nova Scotia's most inspired entrepreneurs. Theory and practice in one exciting session! Don't miss your chance to work with: Pam Cooley - Carshare Halifax (Moderator) Andrew Heintzman - Investeco Capital Barb Stegemann - The 7 Virtues
Cutting-Edge Green Buildings: Site Visits	Whether you're looking to expand your existing building or move to a new location, or if you're in the design and construction industry, you'll want to visit two of Nova Scotia's most impressive Green projects, and learn what it means to be environmentally sustainable in today's economy. These buildings capture in stone, steel and glass some of the best examples of today's Green engineering, and do it in a way that's eye-catching and adds great value not only to the owners and occupants, but to the city, as well. Join us on a tour of the NSCC Waterfront Campus and Dalhousie's brand new Mona Campbell building.

For more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact conference organizers at tel.: (902) 424-5157 or e-mail: maceacga@gov.ns.ca We will be pleased to respond to your inquiry at the first opportunity.