Agenda
Expert speakers and stakeholders at this one-day event will break down the most compelling challenges and opportunities for business and government as the economy shifts toward lower-carbon products and supply chains. The agenda includes keynote speakers, along with concurrent breakout sessions to highlight manufacturing, supply chain and transportation.
June 6, 2012
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
255 Front St
Toronto, ON
M5V 2W6
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7:15 am
Registration opens (ongoing)
7:30 am – 8:15 am
Breakfast presentation (Topic: TBD)
8:30 am
Keynote: Preparing Your Business for Climate Change
This presentation will profile the findings of the Climate Change Adaptation Project
(Canada), which identified the industries/disciplines in Canada with the greatest need
to respond to climate change. Municipalities and other stakeholders are in the process
of assessing risk to supply chains, energy infrastructure and business continuity. The
discussion will highlight methods used to identify practical, meaningful and cost-effective
approaches to adaptation for businesses.
9:15 am
Opening panel: Carbon regulations and your bottom line
Sectors such as transportation and heavy industry are being looked at through a
regulatory lens by Environment Canada. In addition to federal developments, provincial
efforts, such as Quebec’s new carbon tax are changing the regulatory framework for
emissions. What risks and opportunities do these changes entail for your company?
10:30 am
Networking Break
10:45 am
Concurrent Sessions begin
Option A: Disclosure, reporting and product life cycle
Hear from companies that tested the new GHG Protocol standards and learn how
businesses both small and large can leverage these tactical new tools for carbon
management and revenue growth.
Option B: Transportation under review
Transportation is the single largest contributor to carbon emissions. With talk of
regulatory change on the way, how can businesses ensure their shipping partners are
making a positive contribution to their emissions management efforts?
12:00 – 1:15 pm
Luncheon Keynote (TBD)
1:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Concurrent Sessions resume
Option C: Strategies for heavy emitters
Canadian manufacturers relate how they’re cutting costs, enhancing their corporate
brand and preparing for regulatory change. PLUS: Part two of this session will provide
a top 10 list of the most promising technologies for manufacturers and service
companies looking to leverage sustainable markets.
Option D: Supply chain at the centre
Make, pack and ship it green. Hear from mid-sized companies who are gaining a
competitive edge and saving costs with a sustainable supply chain. Learn about the
most important standards and requirements to focus on as you lean your logistics
and supply network.
2:45 pm
Networking Break
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
If you’re green and you know it, does anyone else?
Find out how to communicate your sustainable wins without invoking the greenwashing
label. This session will also cover the most important certifications and standards
for Canadian companies in domestic and global markets.
4:00 pm
Closing Keynote (TBD)
4:45 pm
Adjourn