SEPTEMBER 2008
September 1 (Labor Day Wknd)
Slow Food Nation - A celebration of America’s food traditions
Slow Food Nation will showcase the best of America's gastronomic and agricultural
heritage with a market of artisan products, tastings, demonstrations,
films, lectures, and exhibits, and will pave the way for a responsible,
sustainable food system.
A marketplace of over two hundred farmers and artisans from across the
country will showcase the range of traditional American foods. Attracted
by the simple pleasures of the table, participants will leave having learned
how American food production affects global issues, including greenhouse
gas emissions, childhood obesity, famine in the developing world, and
the disappearance of the small farmer. Attendees will emerge with a broad-based
vision of the life-enriching benefits of a sustainable approach to food
and life, as well as the tools and personal connections to implement that
vision.
San Francisco, CA
www.slowfoodnation.com
September 1 – 5
23rd European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition
FERIA VALENCIA
Convention & Exhibition Centre, Valencia, Spain
www.photovoltaic-conference.com
September 3 – 5
One Planet Leader – Sustainability Program
This program enables business managers and senior executives to explore,
challenge and apply the latest thinking on sustainable business practice.
A joint initiative of Bioregional and WWF, the program is delivered through
intensive workshops plus flexible learning across a three-month period
and offers the opportunity to achieve a Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable
Development with the University of Exeter.
Taplow House Hotel, Buckinghamshire, UK
www.wwfint.org
September 7 – 8
Green Innovation Venture Capital Summit
The Summit covers a variety of topics related to investing in the high
growth areas of green technologies and environmentally-friendly enterprises.
It will cater to venture capitalists, portfolio management executives
and Global 1000 company executives who are looking for opportunities to
invest in green innovation. Venture capitalists will have the opportunity
to gain new insight into the emerging trends and challenges presented
by green technologies.
The Phoenician Hotel, Scottsdale, AZ
www.opalgroup.net
September 8 – 10
Green Building Finance and Investment Forum
The premium real estate market is going green–don’t miss your
chance to participate. Come to the only forum where leading developers
and investors come together to profit from green buildings and green retrofits
of existing real estate portfolios.
Come hear thought leaders debate the financial and investment implications
of the latest, most comprehensive statistics on both new LEED construction
and retrofits. Improve asset performance by learning about emerging best
practices for greening existing building portfolios, including real-world
case studies. Be prepared for changing tenant demands with the help of
“green leases.” Position your company for new developments
beyond LEED: net zero/intelligent buildings, holistic cost/benefit analysis,
quantifying social and environmental values. Also network and facilitate
new business with progressive capital sources.
The Coleman Center, New York, NY
www.infocastinc.com/index.php/conference/building
September 8 – 10
Energy Efficiency Summit East 2008
Opportunities in Energy Efficiency & Demand Response for Utilities,
Service Providers, Technology Companies and Investors
Almas Temple Club, Washington, DC
www.infocastinc.com/efficiency
September 9 – 10
Biofuels Markets America Conference
Latin America is a market leader in the biofuels industry, with 40% of
the global production of ethanol and a biodiesel market that is expanding
rapidly to satisfy the increasing global demand. For biofuel production,
Latin America has the advantages of good soil, suitable climate, available
land, and low labour costs. It will have a key role in future growth of
global markets, with the World’s ever increasing demand for clean
energy Sustainability is the key issue and the event will look at the
challenges of the introduction of certification, use of current feedstocks
and how to address the Food vs. Fuel debate, the potential for the use
of alternative feedstocks and new technology options.
Hotel Emperador, Buenos Aires, Argentina
www.greenpowerconferences.com
September 10
The CRO Conference - Fall 2008
Sub-Theme: Sustainability as a Value Driver
Union League Club, Chicago, IL
www.thecro.com
September 10 – 12
The Annual Colloquium of the European Academy of Business in Society
This year's colloquium explores issues and priorities on the topic of
"Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability: Leadership and Organizational
Change."
Sir Michael Rake, chairman of BT Group; and John Elkington are among the
speakers.
Cranfield University School of Management, Bedfordshire, UK
www.eabis2008.info
September 10 – 14
The annual Social Venture Institute with Joel Solomon and others
Hollyhock, Cortes Island, BC Canada
www.hollyhock.ca
September 12
Foundations of Sustainability: Concepts and Communication
A one-day workshop providing an overview of the principles of sustainability
and a review of several communication related topics to equip participants
for work and dialogue in their organizations.
University of Oregon, Portland, OR
http://sustain.uoregon.edu
September 12 – 14
The annual Raw Spirit Festival
The Raw Spirit Festival is the biggest raw vegetarian, eco-sustainable
solutions, world music and peace festival on Earth.
Radisson Resort, Sedona, AZ
www.rawspirit.com
September 14 – 20
Business Strategies for Environmental Sustainability – Executive
Program
True innovators set the bar. They redefine the terms of competition and
dictate the future of industries. The Stanford Center for Social Innovation
introduces a pioneering new executive program for leaders in business,
government, nonprofit, and political action organizations. Drawing from
a multi-disciplinary curriculum designed and taught by professors at Stanford
Business School, this five-day program delivers innovative approaches
to advancing environmental sustainability across organizations.
This program offers executives a camp-like retreat where they can explore
what it means to turn sustainable business practices into competitive
advantage. The program is designed to cover a range of issues on the topic
of sustainability that are central to those who are leading sustainability
initiatives in their roles as leaders in business, government, public
agencies, and environmental advocacy organizations.
Stanford Sierra Conference Center, Lake Tahoe, CA
www.gsb.stanford.edu/exed/bses
September 15 – 16
Carbon and Environmental Supply Chain 2008 conference: Developing
Measurement Standards & Reduction Strategies For Carbon & Environmental
Footprints - To Add Meaningful Value To Business Performance
Westin Times Square Hotel, New York, NY
www.carbonfootprint-environmental-supplychain.com
September 15 – 17
Cleantech Forum XVIII
Cleantech Forums draw together clean technology entrepreneurs and investors,
as well as corporate executives, professional advisors, and senior policymakers
in an exchange of information about cleantech business and investment
opportunities. It’s the only investment forum designed specifically
to facilitate the financing of companies engaged in commercializing clean
technologies.
Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, DC
www.cleantech.com/dcforum08
September 15 – 20
Cultivating Women’s Leadership Program with Nina Simons
of the Bioneers and leadership trainer Toby Herzlich.
This program brings together women of diverse cultures, ages and backgrounds—activists,
educators, philanthropists, nonprofit professionals and others to learn
from and with each other.
Emphasizing the unique qualities and opportunities that women bring to
leadership, this training will help you learn and develop a variety of
practical skills.
Missoula, MT
www.bioneers.org
September 16 – 17
Carbon Markets USA Conference
The 2007 inaugural Carbon Markets USA welcomed over 170 executives from
across the US, UK, Europe and Latin America and featured high-level debate,
discussion and analysis from a selection of leading players in government,
industry and key associations involved in the region’s growing carbon
market. This year’s event will continue to focus on in depth discussion
and interactivity in order to get to the heart of the issues affecting
the market.
Kellogg Conference Hotel, Washington, DC
www.greenpowerconferences.com
September 17
Tremblant Forum 08 – Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability
Responsible Communications for a sustainable reputation
Le Westin Resort & Spa, Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada
www.tremblantforum.org
September 17 – 19
The Algae Biofuel Summit
The main objective of the Summit is to provide an improved up-to-date
understanding of the next generation feedstocks and technologies in Algae
Biofuel Industry. The Summit will be an excellent platform to gain and
disseminate information regarding recent research, development and commercialization
activities in the field of Algae, mass production systems, Photobioreactor
technologies and other important areas of Algae Biofuel Industry. In view
of Biofuel industry facing feedstock challenges, the summit shall bring
out many value added opportunities for your captive audience. The techno-commercial
sessions will cover the entire Algae Biofuel Industry.
New Delhi, India
www.algaebiofuelsummit.com
September 18
The annual Green Brooklyn…Green City Conference
This event is New York City's largest showcase of green and sustainability
issues, programs, and products. A full day fair and symposium, Green Brooklyn...Green
City brings together the community, businesses, nonprofit organizations,
and government agencies to share ideas with the public about how to live
greener in our everyday lives.
Borough Hall, Brooklyn, NY
www.greenbrooklyn.org
September 18
Sustainable Business Leadership Forums - California’s Green
Economy with State Treasurer Bill Lockyer
Hanson Bridgett Offices, San Francisco, CA
www.hbsustainable.com
September 18 – 19
Platts Biomass Power Forum – Meeting PRS, Bioenergy Economics,
and Investment Strategies
The event will showcase investor-owned, municipal, and cooperative utilities,
industry regulators, independent developers and CHP technologies that
are involved in generating power with biomass. This conference is designed
to explore biomass economics, key biomass finance structures, meeting
RPS with biomass power, and future opportunities for expansion and financial
investment.
Magnolia Hotel, Houston, TX
www.platts.com
September 19
Green Trade Network Summit conference
The Green revolution commands a global effort from both business and government.
Cleaning the air in China is just as important as it is in California.
As all countries are connected through our environment, we also need to
collaborate with our Green technologies, products, services and resources
to meet the challenge of global warming. This global strategy will grow
our companies and at the same time improve our respective economies.
The Green Trade Network Summit will bring experts and companies from around
the world from both the public and private sectors. They will discuss,
present, network and exchange ideas on how we can Green the world and
grow our businesses through trade and investment.
The Summit will also conduct an exhibit forum that will feature the best
of breed in green technologies, services and products from vendors throughout
the world.
Cocoanut Grove, Santa Cruz, CA
www.mbita.org/greentradenetwork/summit.html
September 20
The annual Farm Aid concert
When people think of farming, they may not think first of New England,
but there are over 28,000 farms on almost 4 million acres throughout the
states of New England. Better still, 85% of those farms are family-owned
and operated. Did you know that America's first two community-supported
agriculture (CSA) farm programs were started in New England during the
mid-1980s? And the next time you top your pancakes, you can probably thank
New England for the maple syrup; it produces almost 60% of the country's
maple syrup!
Comcast Center, Mansfield, MA
www.farmaid.org/concert
September 20 – 21
NM Solar Energy Assn. presents the 9th Annual Solar Fiesta
Highland High School, Albuquerque, NM
www.nmsea.org
September 20 – 21
Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair
The 2008 Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair is a solution based, hands-on,
family oriented event designed to educate people of all ages and backgrounds
about Sustainable Living Practices, Renewable Energy, Environmental &
Social Responsibility, Natural Health, Green Building, Alternative Vehicles,
Organic Agriculture, Local Economies and more. Join them for Keynote speakers
like Ed Begley Jr., and George Siemon of Organic Valley, along with exhibitors
and workshops.
Fort Collins, CO
www.sustainablelivingassociation.org/fair/index.html
September 21 – 25
World Sustainable Building Conference
World SB08 Melbourne’s program is developing around the theme of
pathways to a connected, viable and livable planet. The Conference’s
organizing Committee, in consultation with the International Advisory
Committee, the International scientific Committee and the Auspicing societies,
is finalizing a program that engages the diverse stakeholder groups in
the built environment industry, and showcases the latest scientific and
technical developments worldwide.
Exhibition and Convention Centre, Melbourne, Australia
www.sb08melbourne.com
September 21 – 28
The Yoga Journal Annual Colorado Conference and Anusara Gathering
YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park, CO
www.yjevents.com
September 22 – 23
Carbon Solutions Forum – A two-day conference and
exhibition for business. Strategies for reducing businesses carbon intensity
Sofitel Hotel, Melbourne, Australia
www.carbonsolutionsforum.com
September 22 – 23
Corporate Climate Response Conference
How can you cut your company's climate impact and become more sustainable?
This is the central question to be answered at this 8th international
climate change strategy event. Corporate Climate Response will provide
the latest updates on how business is responding to global warming and
preparing for a carbon and resource-constrained world.
Soaring fuel prices combined with increasing awareness of the need to
adapt for a low-carbon future has brought sustainability to the forefront
of every business agenda. By bringing together an unparalleled number
of sustainability experts from global companies, this conference offers
the best insight into how business is evolving to meet the climate change
challenge.
This event is for those charged with developing corporate environmental
strategies and their advisers. This is the premier networking forum for
sustainability, environmental, supply chain, energy, and CSR managers.
Navy Pier, Chicago, IL
www.greenpowerconferences.com
September 22 – 24
RILA Environmental Sustainability and Compliance Conference.
This conference is the first to bring together retailers with manufacturers
and service providers in a collaborative setting to discuss the adoption
of environmentally sustainable practices throughout the enterprise. Speakers
include representatives from leading retail and manufacturing companies
including JCPenney, AutoZone, Best Buy, Costco, Home Depot, IKEA, Limited
Brands, Nike, REI, Target, Walgreens and Wal-Mart. Keynote speaker includes
JCPenney Chairman and CEO Mike Ullman
Embassy Suites Hotel, Frisco, TX.
www.rila.org
September 23 – 24
Sustainable Investing 2008 – People, Profit, Planet
Speakers include: Amy Domini, Tim Smith, Lisa Woll, Shelly Alpern, Shari
Berenbach, Steve Lydenberg and many others
The Harmonie Club, New York, NY
www.frallc.com
September 24 - 25
The 6th International Responsible Investment Conference
With environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues firmly in the headlines,
this year's conference will discuss and debate issues as diverse and timely
as clean technology, ESG through the investment chain, the battle for
arable land, carbon trading schemes, investing in emerging markets, active
investing, sub-prime analysis and research and lots of tips and hints
about investment strategies and where to get the latest information.
The conference, presented in association with United Nations Finance Initiative
(UNEP FI) and the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), will host
a number of the world's leading responsible investment experts. It aims
to help increase awareness around sustainable and responsible investment
issues in the Australian business community.
Sofitel Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
www.responsibleinvestment.org
September 24 – 25
US Carbon Finance Forum New York: Preparing for carbon regulation
and trading in the US
The potential for the US carbon trading market has recently been estimated
to be three times the size of the European market. With estimated demand
surpassing $1billon a year, the progression towards a federal cap-and-trade
system has been eagerly followed by investors, traders and industrial
companies.
The US Carbon Finance Forum will provide you with the key insights needed
to stay ahead in this rapidly developing sector.
Metropolitan Club, New York, NY
www.uscarbonfinance.com
September 24 – 26
BioFach Japan Organic Trade Fair and Conference
Tokyo, Japan
www.biofach-japan.com
September 25 – 27
The annual West Coast Green Conference - the world’s
largest residential green building conference
Convention Center, San Jose, CA
www.westcoastgreen.com
September 28
The Annual EcoFest – NYC largest Environmental Festival
Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY
www.ecofest.com
September 29 - October 2
International Conference on Creative Tourism - A Global Conversation
The conference is intended as a forum for learning skills, identifying
economic opportunities, and developing best practices for creative tourism
programs.
Broadly defined as engaging travelers in a community's culture through
active participation, creative tourism provides a means for economic growth
to destinations willing to offer visitors an authentic experience through
personal involvement with a community's heritage. Whether learning to
cook indigenous cuisine, taking classes from a local artist, or volunteering
to repair a historic building, participative learning in the arts, heritage,
or special character of a place provides a connection with those who reside
there and create its living culture. This experiential approach to tourism
involves visitors more closely with the community itself while providing
destinations with new ways of attracting those visitors.
The conference will be highlighted by an outstanding group of global presenters
representing some of the founders of the creative tourism movement and
thinkers on creativity, geotourism, creative industries, and urban and
rural development.
Convention Center, Santa Fe, NM
www.creativesantafe.com
September 30
Sustainable Industries Economic Forums 2008
In an unprecedented economic climate, businesses large and small are achieving
economic advantage through ambitious environmental innovation and social
responsibility. The West Coast -- Portland , Seattle and San Francisco
in particular -- is home to successful business thought leaders who have
long understood the economic potential of sustainability. Still, real
economic data and tough viability questions are sorely lacking, as are
authentic events that capture the true opportunity. Sustainable Industries
helps address this need with our annual, reputable Sustainable Industries
Economic Forums.
Center for Business and Sustainability, Portland, OR
www.sustainableindustries.com
September 30 – October 1
Sustainable Cities and Communities 08 Conference: Creating greener
living for a sustainable future
The inaugural Sustainable Cities and Communities conference is organized
by Green Power Conferences with the WWF and sees the launch of the One
Planet Living initiative. The Conference will focus on the practical challenges
and opportunities cities and communities will face in order to tackle
rising greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption and congestion.
This two day high profile business congress will bring together key players
involved in planning, developing and managing new and existing urban infrastructure.
Experts will convene to debate how municipal authorities and urban planners
can reduce the environmental footprint of their cities, adapt and cut
down their exposure to climate change and the associated threats.
President Wilson Hotel, Geneva, Switzerland www.greenpowerconferences.com
OCTOBER 2008
October 1
The GoGreen ‘08 Conference
This all day conference features amazing experts that will educate you
on how to make your business more sustainable.
Portland, OR
www.gogreenpdx.com
October 1 – 2
SustainCommWorld - The Green Media Show
The show is being structured around core business issues; sustainability
solutions that produce bottom-line improvements and top-line growth providing
specific examples of real-world implementations addressing both internal
and external communication activities. The conference will be presented
with two tracks; one focusing on print media and the other on digital,
social and experiential media.
Marriott Copley Place Hotel, Boston, MA
www.sustaincommworld.com
October 1 – 3
The first annual GreenXchange Xpo
The GreenXchange Leadership Conference is the first multi-sector and cross-disciplinary
event where attendees can experience a complete portfolio of green solutions
and market opportunities.
Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA
www.greenxchangexpo.com
October 2
The 4th Annual Ethical Sourcing Forum Europe
This International Stakeholder event dedicated to the promotion of practical
solutions for corporate responsibility and sustainability in global supply
chains.
The Ethical Sourcing Forum (ESF) is an action oriented continuous learning
industry initiative, open to those willing to play an active role in the
development and successful implementation of sustainable social and environmental
supply chain practices. You will participate in compelling mini-training
forums and interactive workshops that test your creativity and ability
to think outside the box
Tapis Rogue, Paris, France
www.intertek.com/esf/events/eur08
October 2 – 3
The CSP & CPV Finance and Investment Summit
This event will be the first of it’s kind, bringing together the
global finance and investment leaders from across the concentrated solar
power industry to discuss how CSP & CPV developers can secure the
finance and investment they need to get their projects off the ground
in the USA.
The line up of expert speakers include; Vinod Khosla, Founder & CEO
of Khosla Ventures; Edward Levin, Vice President, Morgan Stanley; Issam
Dairanieh, Venturing Team, Bp Alternative Energy; Geoff Sharples head
of business development for the climate change initiative at Google; and
Asier Aya, Financial Director, Abengoa Solar.
Hotel Nikko, San Francisco, CA
www.csptoday.com/usafinance/index.shtml
October 2 – 3
Renewable Power Project Finance: The Tutorial
An introduction to Renewable Power Project Finance
Ivy Hotel, San Diego, CA
www.infocastinc.com/renewable
October 2 – 4
The annual Provender Alliance Educational Conference
Hood River, OR
www.provender.org
October 2 – 5
Making Money Make Change Conference: Many Stories, Many Strategies
This event helps enable young people with wealth to find the chance to
move from isolation to community, inaction to action, and help increase
their giving of money, time and energy toward social justice.
Institute of Noetic Sciences, Petaluma, CA
www.makingmoneymakechange.org
October 3
Collaborative Approaches to Achieving Zero Waste
A one day workshop in the principles and practical methods of moving towards
zero waste both as an individual organization and in collaborations with
others.
University of Oregon, Portland, OR
sustain.uoregon.edu
October 3 – 5
Speaking Their Truth: The 23rd Annual International Compassionate
Living Festival
Join prominent scholars, authors, activists and artists to address global
animal protection and environmental issues.
Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Convention Ctr., Raleigh/Durham, NC
www.animalsandsociety.org/stt
October 4 – 5
The Green Living Expo
This event iss for those who are looking to improve their environment,
protect the planet and enhance their quality of life by going green. The
Expo's will feature everything from earth friendly building materials
to the latest in eco-fashion. It's everything you can think of that defines
"Green Living" as it is solely dedicated to businesses that
provide green products, services or educational resources.
Malibu, CA
www.thegreenlivingexpo.com
October 5 – 14
The IUCN World Conservation Congress
This the world’s largest and most important conservation event.
Held every four years, the Congress aims to improve how we manage our
natural environment for human, social and economic development. More than
8,000 of the world’s leading decision makers in sustainable development:
from governments, NGOs, business, the UN and academia. Together in one
place for 10 days: to debate, share, network, learn, commit, vote and
decide. The objective: ideas, action and solutions for a diverse and sustainable
world.
Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB), Barcelona, Spain
cms.iucn.org/news_events/events/congress/index.cfm
October 6 – 7
Next Generation Biofuels Markets Conference: Driving the Development
of Next Generation Biofuels
As competition between food and fuel threatens to become a pressing constraint
on current biofuels, increasing investment and focus is being directed
towards the development of next generation biofuels.
Green Power's 4th next generation biofuels event will bring together key
players who are pioneering the development of next generation biofuels
to address the latest developments in creating cost competitive, industrial
scale production of next generation biofuels technologies.
Hotel Okura, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
www.greenpowerconferences.com
October 6 – 8
The annual BioCycle Conference on Renewable Energy from Organics
Recycling – Methane, Ethanol, Biodesiesel, Compost, Bioproducts
Marriott West Hotel, Madison, WI
www.biocycle.net
October 6 – 8
The annual European Anti-Corruption Summit
The conference will cover the most up-to-date topics when it comes to
corruption prevention, with case studies from many of Europe's leading
company's. The event offers a practical learning environment where you
will have time to share information, ask questions, discuss and network
with you're peers.
Steigenberger Kurhaus Hotel, The Hague, Den Haag, The Netherlands
www.ethicalcorp.com/ethicseurope
October 6 – 8
Opportunities in Midwestern Renewable Energy
Learn how to get the inside track in the race to develop renewable energy
in the Midwest
Park Place Hotel, Minneapolis, MN
www.infocastinc.com/midwest
October 7 – 8
GreenBusiness Works Expo – Where Sustainable Knowledge Grows
Sustainable Results
Atlanta’s first comprehensive environmental EXPO is designed to
educate corporations and municipalities about sustainability programs,
services and products available to support their environmental stewardship
efforts.
Cobb Galleria Centre, Atlanta, GA
www.greenbusinessworksexpo.net
October 7 – 9
The Cleantech Forum XIX - Accelerating the next wave of innovation
Cleantech Forums draw together clean technology entrepreneurs and investors,
as well as corporate executives, professional advisors, and senior policymakers
in an exchange of information about cleantech business and investment
opportunities. It’s the only investment forum designed specifically
to facilitate the financing of companies engaged in commercializing clean
technologies.
Renaissance Hotel, Mumbai, India
www.cleantech.com/india
October 7 – 10
Solar Energy Asia 2008
This event will provide the largest Asian networking platform where key
players from the Solar Energy Industry including energy users and producers,
manufacturers of energy equipment, parts and supplies, builders, architects,
solution providers, investors, analysts, regulators and other solar energy
industry specialists will gather to discuss the latest strategic, regulatory,
technical and economic issues, identifying viable business ventures and
form strategic partnerships in a fast evolving industry.
Grand Hyatt Hotel, Singapore
www.terrapinn.com/2008/solar
October 8 – 10
World Energy Engineering Congress (WEEC)
Gaylord National Convention Center, Washington DC
www.energycongress.com
October 9 – 10
Carbon Solutions Forum – A two-day conference and
exhibition for business. Strategies for reducing businesses carbon intensity
Convention and Exhibition Centre, Sydney, Australia
www.carbonsolutionsforum.com
October 13 – 14
Central and Eastern Europe Corporate Responsibility Summit
This summit is a two day business event (with a post conference training
workshop) that will show you how the leading companies are managing corporate
social responsibility issues across the region
Angelo Hotel, Prague, Czech Republic
www.ethicalcorp.com/csr
October 13 – 14
The annual Stakeholder Engagement Summit
This conference focus on how to engage strategically with all your stakeholders
Barcelona, Spain
www.ethicalcorp.com/stakeholder
October 13 – 16
Solar Power 2008 Conference and Expo
Solar Power 2008 is where solar business takes place! If you have a professional
interest in solar energy (photovoltaics, concentrating photovoltaics,
solar thermal electric or solar hot water), this event has something to
offer your business. Whether you walk the show floor to our 400+ exhibitors
or you attend the 60+ conference sessions to learn about the latest market,
policy, finance and technology happenings in the industry, you'll walk
away with invaluable information and relationships.
Convention Center, San Diego, CA
www.solarpowerconference.com
October 14 – 16
Energy From Biomass and Waste Conference - The international
exposition and conference for the North American market
Pittsburgh, PA
www.ebw-expo.com
October 15
The annual Renewable Energy Vermont
Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center, Burlington, VT
www.revermont.org
October 15 – 17
One Planet Leader – Sustainability Program
This program enables business managers and senior executives to explore,
challenge and apply the latest thinking on sustainable business practice.
A joint initiative of Bioregional and WWF, the program is delivered through
intensive workshops plus flexible learning across a three-month period
and offers the opportunity to achieve a Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable
Development with the University of Exeter.
Taplow House Hotel, Buckinghamshire, UK
www.wwfint.org
October 15 – 18
Corporate Social Responsibility: Strategies to Create Business
and Social value (Executive Education Program)
Designed to help senior executives integrate social responsibility with
corporate business strategy, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) explores
the opportunities and challenges related to investment decisions. You
will learn how to improve economic performance while contributing to society.
Harvard Business School, Boston, MA
www.exed.hbs.edu/programs/csr
October 15 – 18
Natural Products Expo East and BioFach America
Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston, MA
www.expoeast.com
October 16
Sustainable Business Leadership Forums - LEEDing The Way: Leadership
in Energy, Environmental and Business Design
Hanson Bridgett Offices. San Francisco, CA
www.hbsustainable.com
October 16 – 17
The Ethical Supply Chain Summit 2008
This Summit is the largest in a long line of ethical procurement and sourcing
conferences run by Ethical Corporation. Last years event, held in Amsterdam
attracted 173 high level attendees from 21 different countries and this
event looks to be even bigger
Crowne Plaza Berlin City Centre Hotel, Berlin, Germany
www.ethicalcorp.com/supplychain
October 17 – 19
The annual Bioneers Conference
The Bioneers Conference is an acclaimed leading-edge forum where you can
see tomorrow today: a future environment of hope. Social and scientific
innovators focus on breakthrough solutions inspired by nature and human
ingenuity. These visionaries are already creating a healthy, equitable,
diverse and beautiful world, our legacy for future generations and the
web of life on which our lives depend. Here you can connect with hundreds
or thousands of engaged folks making a real difference. Keynote speakers
include: Ray Anderson, Janine Benyus, Naomi Klein, Paul Stamets, David
Orr, Alexandra Cousteau and many others. Also daily workshops as well
as pre- and post-conference intensives including “Biomimicry's Climate-Change
Solutions: How Would Nature Do It?”
Marin Center, San Rafael, CA
www.bioneers.org
October 18 – 19
The Green Living Expo
This event iss for those who are looking to improve their environment,
protect the planet and enhance their quality of life by going green. The
Expo's will feature everything from earth friendly building materials
to the latest in eco-fashion. It's everything you can think of that defines
"Green Living" as it is solely dedicated to businesses that
provide green products, services or educational resources.
Reno/Tahoe Convention Center, Reno, NV
www.thegreenlivingexpo.com
October 20 – 21
The 3rd Annual Investing in Solar- Where Deals are Made
This event will greatly improve your understanding of the intricacies
involved in the solar industry. Benefit from the insight of our top-notch
speakers and develop a deeper understanding of this complex, profitable
industry.
Arizona Grand Resort, Phoenix, AZ
www.frallc.com
October 20 – 21
The annual Energy Tech Investor Forum
This Forum is focused on bringing together a concentrated gathering of
strategic and corporate investors to drill into the emerging trends in
energy, technology, and investing in detail. The conference also offers
a networking opportunity that can only be garnered from an event of this
magnitude and no-nonsense agenda.
A roster of leading experts, corporate and strategic buyers from the energy
technology community will share with you their perspectives on existing
and emerging investment opportunities, challenges and critical issues
facing the industry today, and what it takes to succeed in your business.
Omni Hotel, San Francisco, CA
www.insightinfo.com
October 20 – 21
The 6th Annual Summit on Corporate Social Responsibility
The focus of the Summit will be on the business imperative of engaging
with key stakeholder groups to ensure strong strategy and continual improvement.
You will gain new insight into the relationships, challenges, and opportunities
that companies can realize when working with stakeholders.
In addition to hosting morning and afternoon keynote presentations and
a CEO panel discussion, we will continue last year's Summit tradition
of hosting two open space sessions where attendees will have an opportunity
to join sessions and discuss issues that are focused on key stakeholder
groups including: customers, employees, communities, shareholders, supply
chain and the environment.
Four Seasons Hotel, Toronto, Canada
www.cbsr.ca
October 21 – 23
Green East Expo and Conference
Green East brings together the entire spectrum of green products and services
together under one roof giving corporate, government, and individual buyers
alike the opportunity for synergistic purchasing across the full spectrum
of suppliers.
Jacob Javits Convention , Center, New York, NY
www.greeneastexpo.com
October 21 – 23
2008 EEBA Excellence in Building Conference and Expo
Arizona Grand Resort, Phoenix, AZ
www.eeba.org
October 22 – 23
The 7th Annual H2Expo and International Forum
CCH - Congress Center, Hamburg, Germany
www.h2expo.com
October 23 – 24
ACI's Achieving Corporate Sustainability Industry Forum
A two-day event focusing on how to effectively integrate sustainability
into the mission statement, business model, and operations, main topics
include: Learn how to manage, organize, and design sustainability programs/
Assess your organizations carbon footprint to gain a competitive advantage/
Extensive case studies of corporate sustainability and many more. Distinguished
speaking list includes: Exelon, Intel, and Hewlett-Packard.
Chicago, IL
www.acius.net/Conferences/Upcoming?view=overview&id=76
October 23 – 25
BioFach Latin America Organic Trade Fair and Conference
Sao Paulo, Brazil
www.biofach-americalatina.com
October 23 – 26
The 2008 Social Venture Network (SVN) Fall Conference
Estancia La Jolla Hotel, La Jolla, CA
www.svn.org
October 24 – 26
Asia Organic and LOHAS Expo 2008: The Ultimate Platform to meet
professionals in Asia
Taipei, Taiwan
www.lohas-city.com
October 25
The annual E.F. Schumacher Lectures
This year’s speakers include: Dan barber of Blue Hill Restaurant,
Sally Fallon of the Weston Price Foundation, and Anna Lappe od Small Planet
Institute and author of Hope’s Edge and Grub.
First Congregational Church, Stockbridge, MA
www.smallisbeautiful.org
October 25 – 26
International Green Ideas Show – Bringing Green
ideas to the World Information and exhibits on Green products, cars, alternative
energy systems, investing as well as speakers and seminars
Convention Center, Albuquerque, NM
www.igishows.org
October 25 – 26
The Green Living Expo
This event iss for those who are looking to improve their environment,
protect the planet and enhance their quality of life by going green. The
Expo's will feature everything from earth friendly building materials
to the latest in eco-fashion. It's everything you can think of that defines
"Green Living" as it is solely dedicated to businesses that
provide green products, services or educational resources.
Ventura Fairgrounds at Seaside Park, Ventura, CA
www.thegreenlivingexpo.com
October 26 – 29
The annual SRI in the Rockies Conference – Beyond Borders:
Investing and Partnering for a Sustainable World
Fairmont Chateau Hotel, Whistler, BC, Canada
www.sriintherockies.com
October 26 – 30
Sustainable Enterprise Academy (SEA) - Business Leaders Seminar
SEA provides Executive Seminars on Corporate Sustainable Development featuring
leading-edge thinkers and practitioners. The Business Leaders Seminars
are 4 day residential programs offered twice a year. Seminars are designed
for senior executives and leaders in business, government and civil society
and delivered by internationally acclaimed speakers and an international
faculty.
Schulich School of Business, Toronto, ON, Canada
www.sustainableenterpriseacademy.com
October 27 – 28
Renewable Energy Finance Forum- West
REFF-West is a new 2-day event which builds on two high-profile financial
and renewable energy industry events: REFF-Wall Street, an annual event
hosted by the American Council On Renewable Energy and Euromoney Energy
Events; and Cleantech Investing in the Pacific Northwest.
Renewable Energy Finance Forum-West (REFF-West) will be an important event
for financiers, investors and renewable energy project developers to network,
strike deals and drive the industry forward. Industry leaders from around
the country will present on a variety of topics, including venture capital,
financing in a credit-constrained economy, emerging technologies, green
building, energy efficiency, smart grid and transmission, government policies,
and carbon finance.
Grand Hyatt Hotel, Seattle, WA
www.reffwest.com
October 27 – 29
The Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference 2008
Hosted by the British Columbia Ministry of Tourism, Sport and the Arts,
the BC Sustainable Tourism Collective and the Council of Tourism Associations
of BC, the conference will provide opportunities for business leaders,
travel and tourism professionals and community members to gain knowledge
of the latest trends in ecotourism and sustainable tourism, learn practical
skills, and participate in invaluable networking and knowledge sharing.
Fairmont Hotel, Vancouver, BC, Canada
www.ecotourismconference.org
October 27 – 29
Managing Corporate Community Investment 2008
Delegates will learn how to develop strategic community programs that
support business objectives. At this Ashridge event, delegates will hear
the latest thinking from leading practitioners and understand how they
can apply it in the company, becoming more effective at selecting, running,
measuring, and communicating projects.
Ashridge Centre for Business and Society, Ashridge, UK
www.ashridge.org.uk/mcci
October 28 – 29
SustainPro Conference featuring SUPRSeal–rated companies
– Building Sustainable Corporate Operations
SustainPro the official conference of the 2008 SUPR Seal® list and
the Corporate Sustainability Alliance, CSANow.org.
SustainPro is where to meet your 2,500 corporate B2B operations-level
peers in procurement, corporate operations, energy, manufacturing, facilities,
engineering, transport, marketing and communications in the 14 largest
B2B industries. It’s also where to meet 400+ SUPR Seal®-rated
firms and see over 100 industry-specific and functional expert speakers
on today’s hottest professional topic: Building Sustainable Corporate
Operations.
Donald Stephens Convention Center, Chicago, IL
www.suprseal.com
October 28 – 30
The annual 100 Best Companies WorkLife Congress
New York, NY
www.workingmother.com
October 29 – 30
Naturally Boulder Days Conference
Uniting Natural and Organic Products with innovation and entrepreneurship
St Julian Hotel & Spa, Boulder, CO
www.naturallyboulderproducts.com
October 30
Vermont Business for Social Responsibility Conference
Latchis Theatre, Brattleboro, VT
www.vbsr.org
October 31
Practical Sustainability Strategies for Government: Opportunities
and Responsibilities
A workshop focusing on practical approaches, strategies, and tools for
implementing sustainability in a government setting while exploring the
emerging responsibilities of government to create a sustainable world.
University of Oregon, Portland, OR
sustain.uoregon.edu
NOVEMBER 2008
November 1 – 2
The Green Living Expo
This event is for those who are looking to improve their environment,
protect the planet and enhance their quality of life by going green. The
Expo's will feature everything from earth friendly building materials
to the latest in eco-fashion. It's everything you can think of that defines
"Green Living" as it is solely dedicated to businesses that
provide green products, services or educational resources.
Convention Center, San Jose, CA
www.thegreenlivingexpo.com
November 3 – 4
CSR Asia Summit 2008 - CSR: The next agenda – Pushing the
boundaries of environmental and social responsibility
Running for the 6th time in 2008, the annual CSR Asia Summit has quickly
emerged as the most anticipated corporate social responsibility (CSR)
event in the calendar since its inception. Amidst a growing call for companies
to engage with CSR initiatives in Asia, the event is poised to explore
hot topics unique to the Asian context, which would bring new insights
for businesses, governments, NGOs and other CSR practitioners.
The event is expected to attract more than 50 top-notch international
speakers and more than 250 delegates who would determine the future CSR
landscape of Asia.
Bangkok, Thailand
www.csr-asia.com/summit08
November 4
Election Day – Get Active and VOTE
GreenMoney Journal is supporting Barack Obama for President of the United
States.
More information at- www.barackobama.com
November 4 – 6
Altermobile Europe 08 Conference
A conference looking at all aspects of the alternative green vehicle industry,
including the finance behind these ventures, the different options in
development, global markets and successful business models.
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski, Munich, Germany
www.terrapinn.com/2008/altermobile
November 4 – 7
The annual Business for Social Responsibility Conference
With sustainability at the top of the world’s agenda, the global
business landscape is changing fast. Staying ahead of the curve requires
dynamic leadership and systemic solutions that deliver solid financial,
social and environmental results.
The 2008 BSR Conference will equip you to meet this leadership challenge
by developing truly sustainable business strategies today and in the future.
Interact with innovators in responsible business, like Jeffrey Immelt
of GE, IKEA’s Anders Dahlvig and John Anderson of Levi’s—plus
dozens of other thought leaders in six plenary and 35 breakout sessions.
Connect with more than 1,300 leaders from 50 countries at one of the world’s
largest and most influential events dedicated to corporate responsibility,
and put your sustainable business strategies into action.
Grand Hyatt Hotel, New York, NY
www.bsr.org/conference
November 5
Sustainable Industries Economic Forums 2008
In an unprecedented economic climate, businesses large and small are achieving
economic advantage through ambitious environmental innovation and social
responsibility. The West Coast -- Portland , Seattle and San Francisco
in particular -- is home to successful business thought leaders who have
long understood the economic potential of sustainability. Still, real
economic data and tough viability questions are sorely lacking, as are
authentic events that capture the true opportunity. Sustainable Industries
helps address this need with our annual, reputable Sustainable Industries
Economic Forums.
Speakers include: Steve Leahy, President and CEO of Greater Seattle Chamber
of Commerce
W Seattle Hotel, Seattle, WA
www.sustainableindustries.com
November 5 – 6
Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Symposium 2008
This conference will highlight the latest technologies and applications
of green and energy efficient products and services. The presentations
will be particularly orientated toward industrial, manufacturing and facilities
operations. This first annual event will feature presentations on corporate
sustainability, renewable energy, energy efficiency, green building materials
and financing, as well as the latest market trends, best practices, case
studies and opportunities for "greentech" implementations.
The conference is designed for sustainability managers, operators of renewable
and alternative energy systems and programs, managers of energy efficiency
and green programs for product development.
Marriott Marquis Hotel, Atlanta, GA
www.greentechnewsmag.com/energy08_index.php
November 5 – 7
Wind-Expo LAWEA 2008
Expo Guadalajara, Mexico
www.windexpo.org
November 6
The Clear Profit 2008 Conference
London, United Kingdom
www.clear-profit.com
November 7
Sustainable Foodservice Operations: Products, Practices and Resources
This one-day workshop will focus on the unique issues of implementing
sustainable practices in the foodservice industry. The workshop will provide
information on energy, water and material waste reduction, rebate and
tax incentives, sustainable foodservice products and sustainable practices
for the foodservice industry.
University of Oregon, Portland, OR
sustain.uoregon.edu
November 7 – 9
Grow BioIntensive – Sustainable Mini-Farming Workshop
Willits, CA
www.growbiointensive.org
November 7 – 9
The European Human Forum - Converging Social and Personal Transformation
Barcelona, Spain
www.anhglobal.org
November 7 – 9
Catalyzing Conscious Capitalism Conference
The Crossings, Austin, TX
www.flowidealism.org
November 8 – 9
Green Festival: Sustainable Economy, Ecological Balance and Social
Justice
Convention Center, Washington, DC
www.greenfestivals.org
November 8 – 9
Alive Expo – A world of Health & Wellness
Convention Center, Lynnwood, WA
www.aliveexpo.com
November 9 – 11
Assn for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
2008 Conference and Expo - Working Together for Sustainability:
On Campus and Beyond
AASHE 2008 offers an exciting and unique opportunity for every sector
of higher education in the United States and Canada to come together to
demonstrate how colleges and universities can lead the way to a sustainable
future. Whether student or administrator, faculty or staff, community
member or business, your participation in this inspiring event is welcome.
Keynote speakers include: Lester Brown, Van Jones, Vandana Shiva, and
Peter Senge.
Raleigh, NC
www.aashe.org/conf2008/index.php
November 11 – 14
The annual Green Business Conference by Co-op America
San Francisco, CA
www.coopamerica.biz
November 12 – 14
Ohio Partners for Sustainable Development Conference: Recycling
and Waste Minimization
Agenda topics for the sixth annual conference include: Recycling and Waste
Minimization; Litter Prevention and Beautification; Waste Management;
Composting and Food Waste; Construction and Demolition Debris; Education
and Public Relations; Greening and Sustainability; Emerging Technologies
Sawmill Creek Resort & Conference Center, Huron, OH
www.aor-omex.com
November 12 – 15
International Leadership Association annual Conference - Global
Leadership: Portraits of the Past, Visions for the Future
Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel, Los Angeles, CA
www.ila-net.org
November 13 – 14
TBLI (Triple Bottom Line Investing) Conference - Europe 2008
NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
www.tbli.org
November 13 – 15
The 2008 National Net Impact Conference
The theme is: The Sustainable Advantage – Creating Social and Environmental
Value
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
www.netimpact.org
November 14 – 16
Green Festival: Sustainable Economy, Ecological Balance and Social
Justice
San Francisco, CA
www.greenfestivals.org
November 19 – 20
Sustainable Manufacturing Summit Europe: Driving sustainable production
and consumption
The Sustainable Manufacturing Summit Europe will showcase how
leading manufacturers are meeting the sustainability challenge and transforming
their processes. It will bring to light best practices in sustainable
manufacturing by gathering an unprecedented number of European manufacturers
to share their climate strategies.
Renaissance Hotel, Brussels, Belgium
www.greenpowerconferences.com
November 19 – 21
The 7th Annual GreenBuild International Conference and Expo
Exhibit Booths with hundreds of industry-leading organizations showcasing
the latest green products, innovative technologies, and services that
you don't want to miss. Speakers include: Desmond Tutu, E.O. Wilson, and
Janine Benyus
Covention Center, Boston, MA
www.greenbuildexpo.org
November 19 – 21
Integrating Corporate Responsibility Program
The increasing integration of corporate responsibility (CR) into companies
is changing the skills and knowledge that effective CR managers require.
This program has been specifically designed to meet these new requirements.
You will explore the relationships between CR and key business systems
such as risk management and corporate governance. CR specific challenges
such as stakeholder engagement, reporting and developing effective partnerships
will also be examined. The program combines input from Ashridge faculty
and practitioners from leading-edge organizations. A key theme running
throughout the program will be engaging and influencing colleagues across
the company. You will have opportunities to examine your own approaches
to engaging and influencing colleagues and to learn from best practice.
Ashridge Cebre for Business and Society, Ashridge, United Kingdom
www.ashridge.org.uk/icr
November 19 – 21
One Planet Leader – Sustainability Program
This program enables business managers and senior executives
to explore, challenge and apply the latest thinking on sustainable business
practice. A joint initiative of Bioregional and WWF, the program is delivered
through intensive workshops plus flexible learning across a three-month
period and offers the opportunity to achieve a Postgraduate Certificate
in Sustainable Development with the University of Exeter.
Taplow House Hotel, Buckinghamshire, UK
www.wwfint.org
November 20 – 23
Valuing Green Building Conference & Green Building Expo
Santa Fe Community Convention Center, Santa Fe, NM
www.sfahba.com
November 21
Context Sensitive, Sustainable Design and Construction for Infrastructure
Development
A one-day workshop focusing on the fundamental elements of making your
project better for the local community and the environment throughout
the life cycle of the facility.
University of Oregon, Portland, OR
http://sustain.uoregon.edu
November 22 – 23
The Green Living Expo
This event is for those who are looking to improve their environment,
protect the planet and enhance their quality of life by going green. The
Expo's will feature everything from earth friendly building materials
to the latest in eco-fashion. It's everything you can think of that defines
"Green Living" as it is solely dedicated to businesses that
provide green products, services or educational resources.
Convention Center, Sacramento, CA
www.thegreenlivingexpo.com
November 24 – 25
The annual Corporate Responsibility Reporting & Communications
Summit
In the race to become the greenest, most sustainable company, corporate
responsibility reporting is no longer an option. The focus is now on how
you report and to whom – as shown by stakeholders’ ever increasing
demand for sustainability reports to be both qualitative and readable.
However, this type of reporting is only a few decades old and still in
the making. So, the question is, how do you deliver effective (and accurate)
CR reports and successfully communicate it to all your stakeholders?
This year’s summit has been mainly designed to help you address
this very question, with the insight of CR reporting best practices
Regent's Park Marriott Hotel, London, UK
www.ethicalcorp.com/reporting
November 25 – 26
Biodiversity & Ecosystem Finance Conference: The need for
Patient Capital to bring Biodiversity & Ecosystem Finance into the
mainstream
This event brings together the corporate and finance communities with
the biodiversity and ecosystem industry to drive this critical early stage
market forward.
The March 2008 event investigated the concepts surrounding financial instruments
aimed at conserving and preserving biodiversity and ecosystem services
and delegates at the event came together to discuss methods to change
the way the economy values the environment. The need for patient capital
was the key theme across the two days as traditional banks, corporate
and venture funds normally seek returns within a short time frame but
these projects generally require time frames of five, ten, twenty or many
more years to come to fruition.
Many companies still have trouble seeing the bottom line relationship
of Biodiversity & Ecosystem services. Financiers investing in companies
or projects that may have biodiversity or ecosystem impacts and businesses
such as oil, gas and mining that have an impact have traditionally focused
on the risk elements such as reputational risk from negative publicity
but companies now need to start looking at the opportunities that can
be derived from Biodiversity & Ecosystem services.
London, UK
www.greenpowerconferences.com
DECEMBER 2008
December 2
Sustainable Industries Economic Forums 2008
In an unprecedented economic climate, businesses large and small are achieving
economic advantage through ambitious environmental innovation and social
responsibility. The West Coast -- Portland , Seattle and San Francisco
in particular -- is home to successful business thought leaders who have
long understood the economic potential of sustainability. Still, real
economic data and tough viability questions are sorely lacking, as are
authentic events that capture the true opportunity. Sustainable Industries
helps address this need with our annual, reputable Sustainable Industries
Economic Forums. Speakers include: Van Jones, Founder and President of
Green For All
The St. Regis Hotel, San Francisco, CA
www.sustainableindustries.com
December 2
Financial Services Going Green Conference
This conference is the second Green event to target small to large banks
and other financial Services.
Hilton Hotel, San Francisco, CA
www.sourcemediaconferences.com/GB08
December 2 – 3
Solar Innovation and Investment Conference
This is the annual New York meeting place for all investors and operators
in solar energy. From thin-film through to CPV and CSP, this intensive
two-day forum offers a complete and comprehensive analysis of the current
regulatory framework, new technologies reaching the market, and innovative
financing structures for solar projects. Presentations and case studies
will be combined with interactive panel discussions and structured networking,
bringing together the best minds in the industry to develop a new roadmap
for the scaling up of solar power to become a primary electric power source
for the USA.
Doubletree Metropolitan Hotel, New York, NY
www.greenpowerconferences.com
December 3 – 4
Good And Green – The Green Marketing Conference
Learn how to increase you brand’s emotional, cognitive and financial
connection in today’s ‘greening’ consumer markets.
Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago, IL
www.goodandgreen.biz
December 3 – 5
The Cleantech Forum XX - Accelerating the next wave of innovation
Cleantech Forums draw together clean technology entrepreneurs and investors,
as well as corporate executives, professional advisors, and senior policymakers
in an exchange of information about cleantech business and investment
opportunities. It’s the only investment forum designed specifically
to facilitate the financing of companies engaged in commercializing clean
technologies.
Shanghai, China
www.cleantech.com
December 5
Carbon Footprints and Climate Risk: Tools for Business and Government
This workshop will focus on two concepts and sets of tools related to
climate change: (1) measuring your organization's "carbon footprint"
or greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory; and (2) understanding and defining
"climate risk" for your organization. The target audience is
managers in the public and private sectors. Participants will receive
a broad overview of the two main concepts, and will leave with tools and
guidance for leading change in their organizations.
University of Oregon, Portland, OR
sustain.uoregon.edu
December 8
The CRO Conference – Winter 2008
Sub-Theme: The New President's Corporate Responsibility Agenda
Capital Hill Club, Washington, D.C.
www.thecro.com
December 8 – 11
The 2008 Sustainable Brands International (SBI) Conference
SBI is the only event dedicated to showing you how you can drive sales
and increased brand value by talking effectively about your environmentally
and socially conscious business practices.
Fountainbleau Resort, Miami, FL
www.sustainablelifemedia.com
December 9 – 10
Hollywood Goes Green Conference
The 2nd annual conference addressing environmental issues in entertainment
and related industries
Hollywood Goes Green will offer industry insiders a forum to collaborate
and develop partnerships for a sustainable future. Be part of this historic
gathering for an in-depth exchange of ideas and make deals with influencers
who share your passion for protecting the environment.
Hilton Hotel, Los Angeles/Universal City, CA
www.hollywoodgoesgreen.com
December 9 – 10
Green California Schools Summit and Exposition
Showcase your products and services to over 3,000 California
public school leaders and decision makers focused on implementing green
solutions in their schools
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
www.green-technology.org
December 9 – 12
The Opportunity Finance Network Conference
This Conference offers excellent learning and networking opportunities
for CDFI and opportunity finance staff, management, and board members;
bankers and regulators; foundation staff and religious investors; investment
managers; and anyone interested in knowing more about the opportunity
finance industry. In addition to dozens of training sessions, some of
the highlights of this year's conference are: Celebrating Native CDFIs,
Keynote speaker Jim Collins and The NEXT American Opportunity: Good Policies
to Make America Great.
Hyatt Regency Hotel, Albuquerque, NM
www.opportunityfinance.net
December 10 – 11
Waste to Energy Conference - The leading European forum for energy
recovery from waste and biomass
Bremen, Germany
www.wte-expo.de
December 12
Writing Your Sustainability Plan: Process and Framework
A one-day workshop addressing comprehensive approaches to writing and
implementing a sustainability plan.
University of Oregon, Portland, OR
sustain.uoregon.edu
== 2009 ==
JANUARY 2009
January 9 – 11
Austin Green Living & Home Products Expo
This Home & Garden style show features green building, organic
gardening and native landscaping, sustainable interiors, renewable energies,
alternative fuels, organic and fair trade products
Convention Center, Austin, TX
www.showtechnology.com
January 12 – 13
The Third Annual Forum on Responsible Investing
This annual forum, produced in association with Foundation &
Endowment Money Management, Money Management Letter and the Social Investment
Forum, continues to grow every year along with the industry itself.
The conference will bring together a unique mix of pension funds, foundations,
institutional asset managers, Wall Street firms, fund managers and ESG
experts, providing a must-attend educational and networking platform for
sharing the latest cutting edge trends and strategies for achieving ESG
integration. New for 2009, the forum has been expanded to two full days
including a half-day workshop, offering an even more action-packed program
of lively panel discussions, real-world case studies and interactive Q&A
sessions.
Union League Club, New York, NY
www.iievents.com
January 19 – 21
World Future Energy Summit 2009
Come hear the world's leading experts on the future of energy, join the
debate on the issues and implications of climate change, identify investment
opportunities and risks on a global level, keep up-to-date with the latest
technological advances, and network with thousands of professionals from
around the world
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
www.wfes08.com
January 20
President George W. Bush Leaves Office (For Good)
January 21 – 22
The annual Clean-tech Investor Summit
Emerging growth companies delivering clean-tech products and services
represent the next big wave of technology innovation. Applied Materials,
GE, Intel, Siemens, and Wal-Mart are just some of the multinationals joining
forces with emerging growth companies that are literally reshaping the
economic landscape. Over the last eight years, venture investments in
the sector have increased from less than 1 percent of total venture investments
to more than 10 percent. Clean-energy investing in the U.S. reached $2.7
billion alone in 2007. Many clean technologies are experiencing double-digit
annual growth rates.
Savvy investors have now realized the opportunity to capitalize on solutions
that serve the needs of industry, government, and society with innovative
technologies that compete on price and performance while reducing pollution,
waste, and resource use. Join the drivers of this new economy -- clean-tech
investors, entrepreneurs, multinational corporations, policy makers, and
others that are leading the way.
The Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells, CA
www.cleantechsummit.com
January 21 – 24
The annual Eco-Farm Conference
Asilomar, Pacific Grove, CA
www.eco-farm.org
January 24 – 25
Go Green Expo
The Go Green Expo invites both consumers & business owners to learn
more about what is available so they can do their part time and cost effectively
to make our communities greener, one city at a time.
Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA
www.gogreenexpo.com
January 25 – 28
The 12th annual Electric Utilities Environmental Conference
Over 300 technical presentations will be made by world leading experts
in five tracks: Clean Air, Mercury, Global Warming, Renewable Energy,
and other current issues that impact the energy and environmental sectors.
Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ
www.euec.com
January 30 – 31
The Green Living Expo
This event iss for those who are looking to improve their environment,
protect the planet and enhance their quality of life by going green. The
Expo's will feature everything from earth friendly building materials
to the latest in eco-fashion. It's everything you can think of that defines
"Green Living" as it is solely dedicated to businesses that
provide green products, services or educational resources.
Neal Blaisdell Center, Honolulu, HI
www.thegreenlivingexpo.com
FEBRUARY 2009
February 1 – 4
The Annual Conference on Clean Air, Mercury, Global Warming &
Renewable Energy - USA's Largest Energy & Environment Conference
& Expo
Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ
www.euec.com
February 19 – 22
BioFach – World Organic Trade Fair and Conference
Nuremberg, Germany
www.biofach.com
February 21 – 22
The Green Living Expo
This event iss for those who are looking to improve their environment,
protect the planet and enhance their quality of life by going green. The
Expo's will feature everything from earth friendly building materials
to the latest in eco-fashion. It's everything you can think of that defines
"Green Living" as it is solely dedicated to businesses that
provide green products, services or educational resources.
Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA
www.thegreenlivingexpo.com
February 23 – 25
The Cleantech Forum XXI - Accelerating the next wave of innovation
Cleantech Forums draw together clean technology entrepreneurs and investors,
as well as corporate executives, professional advisors, and senior policymakers
in an exchange of information about cleantech business and investment
opportunities. It’s the only investment forum designed specifically
to facilitate the financing of companies engaged in commercializing clean
technologies.
San Francisco, CA
www.cleantech.com
February 25 – 27
RETECH 2009 – Renewable Energy Technology Conference and
Exhibition
This event will offer an unparalleled opportunity to connect with other
manufacturing and supplier peers, professional service firms, industry
experts, and influential leaders as they share insights on renewable energy
and what the next year holds for the renewable energy industry.
Join the premiere trade gathering of the renewable energy industry in
the United States. RETECH presents a powerful opportunity to network with
industry leaders and companies in wind, solar, hydro, ocean, geothermal,
biomass and waste energy, plus the full range of biofuels.
Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
www.retech2009.com
MARCH 2009
March 1 – 3
The 2009 CDFI Institute
This CDFI Institute policy conference will feature candid dialogue with
community development finance experts about issues facing the field. Also
included are opportunities to meet with Congressional Leaders, the CDFI
Fund, and to interact with your CDFI colleagues from around the country.
Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel, Washington, DC
www.cdfi.org
March 5 – 8
The annual Natural Products Expo West
Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
www.expowest.com
March 10 – 12
Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America
(Formerly POWER-GEN Renewable Energy & Fuels)
Beginning the sixth year as the premier all-renewable conference and exhibition,
covering the most important trends and issues impacting the industry.
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV
rewna09.events.pennnet.com/fl//index.cfm
March 14 – 15
Go Green Expo
The Go Green Expo invites both consumers & business owners to learn
more about what is available so they can do their part time and cost effectively
to make our communities greener, one city at a time.
Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA
www.gogreenexpo.com
March 16 – 18
World Biofuels Market Congress
Brussels Expo, Brussels, Belgium
www.worldbiofuelsmarkets.com
March 17 – 19
The 2009 Sustainable Opportunities Summit - Sustainability: The
New Bottom Line From Denver to Dubai to Delhi
The program for 2009 will focus on the critical role of business in making
the global economy more sustainable and will highlight the important role
Colorado is playing in this process.
Convention Center, Denver, CO
www.sosummit.org
March 25 – 27
Skoll World Forum on Social Entrepreneurship 2009
Each year nearly 750 delegates from more than 35 countries convene in
Oxford for the Skoll World Forum on Social Entrepreneurship. Leading figures
from the social, academic, finance, corporate and policy sectors engage
for three days and nights in a series of debates, discussions and work
sessions focused on addressing some of the world’s most pressing
social issues. Thought leaders and practitioners share knowledge, highlight
progressive developments in the field and address highest priority needs
and opportunities for social entrepreneurs worldwide.
Said Business School, Oxford University, Oxford, UK
www.skollworldforum.com
March 28 – 29
Green Festival: Sustainable Economy, Ecological Balance and Social
Justice
Seattle, WA
www.greenfestivals.org
March 29 – April 3
Forestry in the 21st Century: Understanding, Managing and Conserving
Forests - Executives Learning about Forestry Course
Week-Long courses designed for professionals in business, conservation,
investment, and government, whose work requires an understanding of forests
and their role in the global environment. Taught by experts at Yale’s
Global Institute of Sustainable Forestry. The Global Institute of Sustainable
Forestry established in 2000 continues this tradition. It's mission is
to integrate, strengthen and direct the School's forestry research, education
and outreach to address the challenges of sustaining forests in the 21st
century and a globalized world.
Yale University, New Haven, CT
www.yale.edu/gisf
March 30 – April 1
Managing Corporate Community Investment 2009
Delegates will learn how to develop strategic community programs that
support business objectives. At this Ashridge event, delegates will hear
the latest thinking from leading practitioners and understand how they
can apply it in the company, becoming more effective at selecting, running,
measuring, and communicating projects.
Ashridge Centre for Business and Society, Ashridge, UK
www.ashridge.org.uk/mcci
March 31 – April 1
Solar Innovation and Investment – China / AsiaSolar Expo
With the Asian & Chinese solar market particularly flourishing Solar
Innovations & Investment Asia will be run alongside the 4th Annual
AsiaSolar Expo, an event that focuses on photovoltaic’s, solar system
projects and solar architecture. More than 350 exhibitors will be presenting
their products and services with AsiaSolar expecting more than 20,000
visitors.
Despite being one of the more established renewable energy fields, with
only 4GW of installed capacity globally, solar is very much in the early
stages compared to its potential market. The market is getting ever nearer
to the point of grid parity on cost which will prove the tipping point
for the industry. Investment is flowing into the solar industry at ever
increasing levels; in 2007 alone US$2.8bn of venture capital and private
equity entered the market enabling the solar market globally to add 40%
in additional capacity. This conference will bring together the latest
technical innovations with financial institutions investing in this industry.
Shanghai Mart, Shanghai, China
www.greenpowerconferences.com
APRIL 2009
April 3 – 5
Green Earth Expo – Changes today, we can live with tomorrow
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
www.globalgreenalliance.com
April 4 – 7
The annual All Things Organic Conference presented by the Organic
Trade Association
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL
www.organicexpo.com
April 18 – 19
Go Green Expo
The Go Green Expo invites both consumers & business owners to learn
more about what is available so they can do their part time and cost effectively
to make our communities greener, one city at a time.
Hilton Hotel, New York, NY
www.gogreenexpo.com
April 19 – 21
National League of Cities' (NLC) first Green Cities Conference
and Expo
The conference, which will culminate in an Earth Day celebration, will
bring local elected officials together from across the country to focus
on the unique perspective and resources needed by cities as they "go
green", as well as to share ideas and successful city programs.
A comprehensive showcase of green technology, ideas and practices will
be featured in the 2009 Green Cities Expo. Through panels and mobile workshops,
municipal leaders and those who work with them will find everything in
one place to launch or enhance green initiatives in their local communities,
including access to a large and targeted group of experts, vendors, planning
activities, tools and real world examples.
Portland, OR
www.nlcgreencitiesconferenceandexpo.org
April 19 – 21
The 4th International Conference on Future Urban Transport –
The Architecture for a Sustainable Urban Transport System
This conference is a high-level meeting place for decision-makers and
experts within industry, cities and academia responsible for transforming
today's urban transport into sustainable urban transport.
Gothenburg, Sweden
www.fut.se
April 19 – 24
Forestry in the 21st Century: Understanding, Managing and Conserving
Forests - Foresters Becoming Executives Course
Week-Long courses designed for professionals in business, conservation,
investment, and government, whose work requires an understanding of forests
and their role in the global environment. Taught by experts at Yale’s
Global Institute of Sustainable Forestry. The Global Institute of Sustainable
Forestry established in 2000 continues this tradition. It's mission is
to integrate, strengthen and direct the School's forestry research, education
and outreach to address the challenges of sustaining forests in the 21st
century and a globalized world.
Yale University, New Haven, CT
www.yale.edu/gisf
April 23 – 26
The 2009 Social Venture Network (SVN) Member Gathering
Eaglewood Resort and Spa, Itasca, IL
www.svn.org
April 27 – 30
BioCycle International Conference 2009 – Celebrating BioCycle’s
50th Anniversary
Town and Country Resort and Convention Center, San Diego, CA
www.biocycle.net
April 28 – 30
The Cleantech Forum XXII - Accelerating the next wave of innovation
Cleantech Forums draw together clean technology entrepreneurs and investors,
as well as corporate executives, professional advisors, and senior policymakers
in an exchange of information about cleantech business and investment
opportunities. It’s the only investment forum designed specifically
to facilitate the financing of companies engaged in commercializing clean
technologies.
Copenhagen, Denmark
www.cleantech.com
MAY 2009
May 2 – 3
Green Festival: Sustainable Economy, Ecological Balance and Social
Justice
Denver, CO
www.greenfestivals.org
May 6 – 8
Integrating Corporate Responsibility
Participants will explore the relationships between CR and key business
systems such as risk management and corporate governance. The program
combines input from Ashridge faculty and practitioners from leading-edge
organizations. Participants will have opportunities to examine their own
approaches to engaging and influencing colleagues and to learn from best
practice.
Ashridge Centre for Business and Society, Ashridge, UK
www.ashridge.org.uk/icr
May 7 – 9
SOLAREXPO: 10 Years of Renewable Excellence – International
Exhibition & Conference on Renewable Energy & Distributed Generation.
In 2009 SOLAREXPO will take place in conjunction with GREENBUILDING, the
international Exhibition & Conference on Energy Efficiency and Sustainable
Architecture.
Verona Fair, Italy
www.solarexpo.com
May 13 – 15
The annual Green Business Conference by Co-op America
Chicago, IL
www.coopamerica.biz
May 16 – 17
Green Festival: Sustainable Economy, Ecological Balance and Social
Justice
Navy Pier, Chicago, IL
www.greenfestivals.org
May 31 – June 4
The 2009 Sustainable Brands Conference
Marriott Monterey and Monterey Conference Center, Monterey, CA
www.sustainablebrands09.com
JUNE 2009
June 4 – 5
The Earth NOW Expo 2009
Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
www.earthnowexpo.com
June 6 – 7
Go Green Expo
The Go Green Expo invites both consumers & business owners to learn
more about what is available so they can do their part time and cost effectively
to make our communities greener, one city at a time.
America's Mart, Atlanta, GA
www.gogreenexpo.com
June 18 – 20
International Green Building and Sustainable Cities Expo
Find out more about this landmark event, and how you can join the green
revolution in China, which is part of the annual Construction and Urban
Service Trade Show and Conference. Organized by the MOC and China Eco
Expo.
International Exhibition Center, Beijing, China
www.ecoexpo.com
OCTOBER 2009
October 3 – 4
Go Green Expo
The Go Green Expo invites both consumers & business owners to learn
more about what is available so they can do their part time and cost effectively
to make our communities greener, one city at a time.
Convention Center, Dallas, TX
www.gogreenexpo.com
October 10 – 11
Green Festival: Sustainable Economy, Ecological Balance and Social
Justice
Washington, DC
www.greenfestivals.org
October 16 – 18
The annual Bioneers Conference
The Marin Center, San Rafael, CA
www.bioneers.org
October 25 – 28
The annual SRI in the Rockies Conference
JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, Tucson, AZ
www.sriintherockies.com
October 26 – 28
The International Permaculture Conference (IPC 9) –
Designing solutions for a sustainable future
Pretoria, South Africa
www.ipcon.org
NOVEMBER 2009
November 2 – 7
The International Permaculture Convergence (IPC 9)
Mulanje, Malawi, Africa
www.ipcon.org
November 4 – 6
The Quivira Coalition 8th Annual Conference: Celebration of Aldo
Leopold
Embassy Suites Hotel, Albuquerque, NM
www.quiviracoalition.org
November 9 – 15
State of the World Forum – Networking Creativity to Solve
Global Challenges
Transforming conversations that matter into actions that make a difference
Hilton Hotel, Washington, DC
www.worldforum.org/state-2009.htm
== 2010 ==
MARCH 2010
March 24 – 26
Globe 2010 - The Biennial Trade Fair and Conference on Business
and the Environment
Convention and Exhibition Centre, Vancouver, BC Canada
www.globe2008.ca
OCTOBER 2010
October 15 – 17
The annual Bioneers Conference
Marin Center, San Rafael, CA
www.bioneers.org
NOVEMBER 2010
November 17 – 21
The annual SRI in the Rockies Conference
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, San Antonio, TX
www.sriintherockies.com
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