Webinar Event

Webinar Series: Sustainability and Climate Change: From Compliance to Opportunity

Start Date

Apr 22, 2010

Times

Start time: 2:00 p.m.
End time: 4:00 p.m.
Time zone: Eastern

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“Sustainability and Climate Change: From Compliance to Opportunity” will be a series of four (4) webinars discussing sustainability and climate change.  The first and second installments of this series will discuss mandatory and voluntary reporting programs/ initiatives, respectively, to provide a feel for the regulatory and policy landscape. The third webinar will discuss strategies for compliance with existing programs, to assist with governance in the short term. Finally, the fourth webinar will take a longer-term view, looking at ways to leverage compliance requirements into opportunities for improving organizational efficiencies and corporate reputation.

This series is sponsored by O'Brien and Gere.

WEBINAR 1: mandatory reporting

Now Playing: The EPA Mandatory Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule

April 22, 2010

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time

A close look at the U.S. EPA Mandatory Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule that went into effect from January 1, 2010. Various aspects of compliance with the Rule will be discussed, including:

a.       Facilities and sources covered;

b.      Methods for estimating emissions; and

c.       Reporting/recordkeeping requirements. 

WEBINAR 2: voluntary initiatives

Ahead of the Curve: Voluntary GHG and Sustainability Reporting Initiatives

July 22, 2010

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Time

An overview of greenhouse gas and sustainability reporting initiatives in the United States and elsewhere, including:

a.       Not-for-profit reporting programs;

b.      Combined reporting and emissions reduction commitments; and

c.       Major corporate sustainability initiatives.

Reporting requirements, boundaries, thresholds, and targets will be discussed for all of the above cases, as appropriate. 

WEBINAR 3: strategy & solutions

Carbon: Sustainability, Strategy, and Solutions

August 26, 2010

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Time

A discussion of the multi-dimensional perspective required to address carbon within a governance context; including:

a.       Leveraging existing governance structures to address carbon;

b.      Integrating sustainability into corporate strategy; and

c.       Aligning your operating model to ensure success.

WEBINAR 4: Opportunities

Carbon: A Rising Climate Lifts All Participants

October 7, 2010

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Time

As the climate changes, so must the organizations that are impacted by its efforts. Addressing climate change can provide opportunities that deliver sustainable results; applicable to corporate, institutional or governmental entities.

a.       Increased revenue, reduced costs and dynamic risk management;

b.      Increased employee and customer commitment and satisfaction; and

c.       Enhanced brand and reputation management.

How innovative approaches to address carbon risk can deliver new capabilities for your business will be the focus of this discussion.

REGISTRATION FEES:

To Register for a Single Webinar:

Registration fee includes: one telephone connection, one Internet connection, access to downloadable handout materials, and unlimited participation at your site.

  • Member: $185.00
  • Non-member: $240.00
  • Student: $100.00

To Register for Entire Series:

  • Member: $600.00
  • Non-member: $900.00
  • Student: $250.00

CD RECORDING:

To Purchase a Single CD Recording:

The CD recording is a recording of the live webinar presentation. If you can't make it to the live event, consider a CD recording!

  • Member: $185.00
  • Non-member: $240.00
  • Student: $100.00

To Purchase Entire Series (On CD):

  • Member: $600.00
  • Non-member: $900.00
  • Student: $250.00

Participants will have the opportunity to receive a certificate of participation from A&WMA upon completion of the webinar.

If written notice of cancellation is received on or before April 8, 2010, payment will be refunded, less a $75 cancellation fee. (Cancellation fees apply regardless of payment method). Substitutions may be made at any time; payment for any difference is due at the time of substitution. This refund policy applies to all occurrences, including weather-related events and other natural disasters. In the unlikely occurrence of event cancellation, the Association is not liable for any expenses incurred by the registrant other than the full refund of registration fee(s) paid.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

To request a certificate of participation after the event, or after viewing the CD Recording, note the two codes provided during the program and enter them here: http://secure.awma.org/reg/CertificateRequest