May 2016 - BCSEA Monthly - Energy Connections 2016 brims with knowledge!
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- Published on Thursday, 05 May 2016 19:00
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Meet the Sponsors and Speakers of Energy Connections 2016
We are on the brink of something incredible; an energy revolution. Saudi Arabia has announced a $2 trillion investment in renewable energy, with China aiming to do the same by 2030. The renewable age is about to begin.
Where does British Columbia, let alone Canada, fit into the mix? At Energy Connections 2016, we’ve brought together some of the leading voices in the renewable energy sector. Executive Directors, such as the esteemed Merran Smith and Paul Kariya, BC Government officials like Michael Rensing and Christina Ianniciello and... Policy Analysts with ears to the ground like Tom Berkhout and Katherine King, will all bring their expertise, insight and thought-leadership to
Energy Connections 2016 and educate and elucidate on the future of British Columbia’s energy.
For a more hands-on approach, we’re proud to host solar install specialists and engineers like Rob Baxter, Founder of SolShare Energy and HES PV’s Ed Knagg, speaking alongside researchers like Renewable Cities’ Betsy Agar and
the incredible Karen Tam Wu, Director of Buildings and Urban Solutions with Pembina Institute. This exciting event is absolutely brimming with talent and knowledge waiting to be shared.
Energy Connections 2016’s sponsors and exhibitors include the BC Ministry of Energy and Mines, Prism Engineering, Bullfrog Power and BluePond Solar to name but a few! You can meet them face-to-face, network with their teams and learn what they bring to the renewable energy sector in B.C., as well as what solutions are available to all renewable energy enthusiasts.
Whether you’re looking for the expertise and insights to guide your choice in renewable energy investment and learn where the experts think the future of B.C.’s renewable energy industry, or if you’re looking to break into the industry, sign yourself up for one of the most exciting energy events this year!
More free webinars in our 2016 series
We were very happy to be joined by Clean Energy BC’s Executive Director Paul Kariya on April 28th. Paul discussed the implications and ramifications behind the $8.6 billion investment in renewable energy projects in B.C. We had another great turnout with over 180 people joining us from across the globe. Our huge thanks to all those involved! If you missed the webinar, you can watch it and download the presentation here.
Our next webinar, on May 17th from 12 – 1pm will be a real treat! We are proud to host Christina Ianniciello, Director of Transportation with the BC Ministry of Energy and Mines, and small-scale infrastructure specialist Jim Standen in our Electric Vehicle Webinar, Silence in the Streets: The Future of Transport in BC.
Christina will bring her knowledge and insight of BC’s growing electric vehicle infrastructure, discussing the expansion of charging stations and the electrification of B.C.’s transportation as well as the incredible Emotive Program. Jim brings to the webinar a more hands-on approach, with his expertise in small-scale infrastructure installations and his work in leading Salt Spring Island to become the #1 community for electric vehicles in Canada. Together, they will
cover the full spectrum of Electric Vehicle know-how and answer any burning questions you might have. Rid yourself of range-anxiety once and for all!
Click here to register, free of charge, for this exciting webinar.
From the Blog
Break into the Renewable Energy Industry!
Canada isn’t usually considered a world leader when it comes to modern renewable energy. Its abundant big hydro, along with fossil energy resources, has made it a less than urgent priority over the past couple of decades. However, one area that has seen renewable energy flourish is in its education sector.
B.C. Businesses Support a Stronger Carbon Tax
More than 160 B.C. businesses have signed the following open letter calling on the B.C. government to commit to strengthening the province’s carbon tax as part of the Climate Leadership Plan, due out this spring. The letter was signed by five of BCSEA’s business members; Avalon Mechanical Consultants, Bullfrog Power, Canada Ticket, Swiss Solar Tech and the Vancouver Renewable Energy.
BCSEA Victoria wows with 100% Renewables
BCSEA Victoria organized 2 events and partnered to organize the 5th annual Creatively United for the Planet festival which was held on April 16th and is billed as “North America’s largest non-profit Earth Week festival”.
Read MoreIn the News
- Japan’s number of electric vehicle charging stations races ahead of gas stations across the country. Read Article
- Two Swiss pilots have successfully completed their daring solar powered flight over the Pacific ocean! Read Article
- By the end of this year, jobs in solar will outnumber the oil industry! Read Article
- Ontario eyes the title of Climate Leader and challenges BC with 250+ new charging stations by 2017. Read Article
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- 5/31, LEED Green Associate Exam Kickstarter, Vancouver
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