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LiveSmart BC Efficiency Incentive Program

Two complementary home energy efficiency grant programs create a splash

Green Consumer Marketing

Nov 24 2007 - 12:30pm
Nov 24 2007 - 3:30pm

Green Consumer Marketing    

Green Consumers are responsible for organic and natural products being
the fastest growing and highest grossing sector in the food industry.
Join us to maximize your communication and marketing strategies to this
growing, influential, niche market. In this conversation-formatted
course we will explore green consumer history, trends, motivation and
the pros & cons of green consumer campaigns from numerous
industries.

Net-metering for Renewable Energy

Oct 27 2007 - 12:30pm
Oct 27 2007 - 3:30pm

Net-metering for Renewable Energy

BC
Hydro's new net-metering program has created an unprecedented
opportunity for ordinary people to become producers of clean
environmentally friendly power. This course introduces participants to
the different types of systems that can be installed under the
net-metering program including solar photovoltaic, wind and
micro-hydro. It looks at the major components of each system as well as
the economics of renewable energy in B.C.

Policy and Regulatory Instruments to Advance Building Energy Efficiency in BC

Oct 17 2007 - 5:45pm
Oct 17 2007 - 9:00pm
This workshop will cover the technical and policy
aspects of advancing energy efficiency in new and existing buildings in
BC municipalities. The focus will be on the 7 areas where local
government can use policy and regulatory instruments to advance energy
efficiency and green building practices. It will include a basic
introduction to energy use and efficiency in buildings, but will not be
overly technical. This course is intended for municipal staff,

Solar Hot Water Heating Commercial Bulidings

Oct 13 2007 - 12:30pm
Oct 13 2007 - 4:30pm


This
is an advanced course for developers, architects, engineers, planners,
commercial building owners/managers and other building professionals.
Learn about Solar Hot Water performance standards, energy and
greenhouse gas savings, LEED and BuiltGreen points, ESCOs and
alternative financing options. Case studies from the Lower Mainland and
across Canada will be discussed.

Shifting from Knowing to Doing

Sep 27 2007 - 5:45pm

Living a lifestyle that supports sustainability often offers
significant benefits such as better health and less stress due to a
supportive community and healthy, organic food. This workshop explores
the “transition to sustainability” by providing you with information
and tools for setting priorities and allocating your valuable time and
financial resources.
Philip Be'er, Be'er Necessities

$39 - 1 eve - Th Sep 27, 1745-2200 - (70564)