CSBA Workshop 104: Going Green—Where Does a Business Start? October 7, 2008

Developed to work in tandem with the CSBA’s 101, 102 & 103 (i.e. Introduction to Sustainable Enterprise) courses, this workshop will rely on an interactive format to empower participants to develop initial strategies for greening an existing business or enterprise. Topics covered will include a review of key reference sources, local resources and several case studies, a discussion of significant issues to consider before beginning, potential barriers to progress, the difference between green and sustainable; and an overview of the stages of sustainable integration. Participants will leave with a better sense of how, where, and why to begin their sustainability efforts, as well as tangible next steps.

Presenters:
Peter Nicholson
Executive & Creative Director, Foresight Design Initiative
Broadly knowledgeable on sustainability issues, Peter leads a multifaceted career focused on the creative pursuit of greater social, environmental and economic sustainability. He consults on and undertakes innovative sustainable design projects for a diversity of clients, including government agencies, institutional nonprofits, and diverse businesses. Considered a highly adept discussion facilitator, he hosts Foresight’s bimonthly Green Drinks panels and is in regular demand as a guest speaker, moderator and educator. Peter is dedicated to the education of the next generation of sustainability-minded leaders and regularly mentors interns as well as teaches the organization’s Urban Sustainable Design Studio.

Kevin Pierce
Shaw Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc.

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