On-Line Course Industrial Ecology and Sustainable Engineering for Thriving Businesses and Communities

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Course Code	SC 106
Duration	4 on-line sessions of 1.5 hours
Start and End Time	1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location	On-Line Register On-Line at: http://industrialecology.eventbrite.com
Course Description	Thriving communities and competitive businesses of the future are economically, environmentally and socially responsible and sustainable. New technologies, integrative thinking and innovative design are the springboard to resilient, flourishing communities and enterprises. What is the secret to this new approach? It is the integrative thinking of industrial ecology, a paradigm that looks to natural systems for the new principles of design and operation of community and industrial systems. Environmental footprint, local carry capacity, closed loop economies, zero waste and by-product synergies are some of the concepts that leading communities and organizations are capitalizing on today. Gain indispensable insights for the future possibilities of your business and your community in this interdisciplinary workshop. This program will open up a new world of "sustainable" possibilities.
Learning Objectives	Using current case studies, best practice examples and hands-on activities you will: Describe and integrate the concepts of industrial ecology and sustainable engineering with initiatives within your community and business (such as systems thinking, circular and closed loop economies and systems, zero waste and by-product synergies, mimicking of natural systems, ecological footprint and carrying capacity, collaboration and stakeholder engagement). Identify the benefits and the business case for applying industrial ecology to your business, industrial developments, or operations (e.g. reduced GHGs, reduced operating costs, community support, etc.). Examine recent North American and International success stories for industrial ecology and identify key success factors and best practices. Identify requirements and build a plan of action to successfully use an eco-industrial approach on your next project. Determine resources needed to support further eco-industrial work in your organisation.
Trainer and Subject Matter Expert	Tracy Casavant, P.Eng (Chml), M.E.S. President, Eco-Industrial Solutions Since founding Eco-Industrial Solutions in 2001, Tracy's work has been dedicated to planning and managing the development of eco-industrial parks, and to transforming existing business clusters into eco-business zones. Tracy led the development of the Partners in Project Green strategy to create the Pearson Eco-Business Zone and is currently the co-development manager/technical lead for the TaigaNova Eco-Industrial Park in Fort McMurray. Her work has been internationally recognized. She is currently co-chairing the industrial symbiosis track of the International Sustainable Development Research Conference in Hong Kong in June 2010, and has been invited to deliver workshops and presentations in Mexico, Ecuador, Taiwan, Korea, and China. Tracy has more than 15 years experience related to sustainability and industry. Eco-Industrial Solutions Ltd. has offices in Vancouver and Montreal, and affiliate offices in Toronto.
Who Should Attend	This course will be of value to: For Municipalities Municipal staff (planning, engineering, facilities managers, parks and recreation, transportation, energy and water management, sustainability, economic development) Municipal politicians Developers Utility companies Business Improvement Associations Chambers of Commerce Anyone who wants to understand how the principals of industrial ecology serve as a foundation for community sustainability. For Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Businesses: Facilities Managers Engineers Plant Managers Environmental Health and Safety Personnel Sustainability and Environmental Managers Research and Development leaders Quality Personnel Purchasing Personnel "Green Teams" implementing sustainability initiatives
Course Price: Early Registration Date	$275
Course Price: Regular	$375
Sustainability Learning Centre - Continuing Education Units (contact hours)	Certificates of Participation in "Sustainability Education" will be awarded with 6 contact hours for this course.