Upcoming Events
Sustainable Waterloo Region is committed to providing members of both the Regional Carbon Initiative and the local business community with a full event season designed to build environmental sustainability into the culture of organizations across Waterloo Region.
For a complete description of the events included in our event season, see the main Event page.
Having trouble signing up for an event?
Please contact us at helena.kwiecinski@sustainablewr.ca and we will gladly help!
Educational Forum: Financing Sustainability Projects
Date: Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Time: 7:30am - 9:30am
Location: Senate & Board Chamber, WLU, 75 University Ave. W., Waterloo Registration: Open
Time: 7:30am - 9:30am
Location: Senate & Board Chamber, WLU, 75 University Avenue West, Waterloo (map)
Cost: Regional Carbon Initiative Members: no fee (with promotional code)
Non-members: $40.00 (plus HST)
Students and Environmental Non-Profits: 50% discount (email Helena Kwiecinski for details)
Breakfast will be served
Register: Online
Once you decide on the best sustainability projects for your organization, the next step is to get your project financing in place. But what’s the best way to present the initiative to upper management so they easily understand the project’s value and return? And what financing options are available for an organization’s sustainability projects?
At this educational forum, a group panel will discuss the financing options available for sustainability initiatives and go over the best approach for getting funding approved by upper management. Panelists include MSCU’s Stewardship in Action Advisor Benjamin Janzen, Mindscape Innovations’ Managing Director Derek Satnik, WLU’s Sustainability Coordinator Claire Bennett, and Quarry Communication’s President Ken Whyte.
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Claire Bennett – Sustainability Coordinator, Wilfrid Laurier University. After working for several years in Environmental, Health & Safety, Claire pursued a Master's in Planning at the University of Waterloo in the area of sustainable urban design. During this time, she was a member of the building committee for UW's Faculty of Environment LEED Platinum building in addition to her 2 year role as a Teaching Assistant in areas of urban design and planning administration and finance. Currently, Claire is the Sustainability Coordinator at Wilfrid Laurier University’s Sustainability Office within the Physical Resources Department. The Office works to further all areas of sustainability within Education, Operations, and internal and external community partnerships. |
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Benjamin Janzen – Stewardship in Action Advisor, Mennonite Savings and Credit Union. Benjamin’s work involves overseeing the grant and sponsorship programs as well as tackling sustainability issues and connecting with a diverse membership and staff on the issues of peace, social justice, and mutual aid. He is passionate about social finance and enabling better communities through innovative ideas. He comes with an eclectic background of experience in the non-profit and education fields, along with a degree in vocal music performance from Wilfrid Laurier University |
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Derek Satnik - Managing Director and Chief Innovation Officer, Mindscape Innovations Group Inc. Derek is an Electrical Engineer by trade, and has worked in the consulting industry in various roles since 1999, most notably with Stantec Consulting Ltd., Enermodal Engineering Ltd, and now Mindscape Innovations Group Inc. Derek’s personal experience ranges from design of power / lighting / communications / controls systems for the commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors, to more general aspects of sustainable design and energy efficiency as a Sustainability Engineer and LEED Consultant. Derek is directing Mindscape’s activities within the realm of “green” or “sustainable” design. |
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Ken Whyte – President & COO, Quarry Integrated Communications Ken has been with Quarry Integrated Communications for over 21 years and leads the team of 100 professionals in helping their clients build their businesses. Ken brings a senior leadership perspective to the discussion of the art of persuasion around financing and funding for sustainability projects. Quarry Integrated Communication is currently located in the renovated Riverworks building in St. Jacobs. |
3rd Annual Evening of Recognition
Date: Thursday, April 12, 2012
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location:
The Waterloo Inn, Viennese Ballroom, 475 King Street North, Waterloo Registration: Open
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: The Waterloo Inn, Viennese Ballroom, 475 King Street North, Waterloo (map)
Register: Online
Come together with people from across our community as we celebrate the accomplishments of Regional Carbon Initiative members and the individuals in their workplaces who are leading environmental action. Aligned with the launch of our 2011 Report, we will share the inspiring stories of local individuals and organizations championing change for a sustainable future.
Sustainability P2P Session: PepsiCo Foods Canada and the Journey to Net Zero
Date: 2012-03-20
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
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Registration: Not Yet Open
Sustainability P2P Session: Agfa HealthCare Facility Tour
Date: 2012-05-01
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
Location: Agfa Health, 375 Hagey Boulevard, Waterloo
Registration: Not Yet Open
Sustainability P2P Session: Google Tour
Date: 2012-06-05
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Location:
Registration: Not Yet Open
