CONFERENCE TRACKS
RSVP soon - the last day to sign-up is November 6. (Refreshments provided in the morning.)
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| Facility Management |
10:00 am -
10:50 am |
Green Building: With the new green economy, how do you tell the experts from the opportunists? In the Green Building session, you will learn about the issues and challenges arising from this new green economy and hear about LEED certification programs that are being instituted, how to read and be informed about credentialing and making sure you get certified professionals, and what can commercial contractors do to be green.
Speakers:
- Michelle Hicks, Sustainability Advisor, Office Go Green
- Jeff Hall, President, Sustainable Building Solutions
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11:00 am -
11:50 am |
Recycling: From regular waste to water waste, there are numerous questions about how to conserve and recycle without making a major dent in the budget. In this session, a panel of experts will discuss ways to conserve and reduce waste, how to plan for integration into your business/facility, and
lower operating costs for waste disposal.
Speakers:
- Tim Lee, Business Development Mgr, TFC Recycling
- Dr. Jan Briede, Stormwater Outreach Manager, Dept. of
Conservation & Recreation
- Stephen Coe, Environmental Programs Specialist, Virginia Dept. Of Environmental Quality
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12:00 pm -
12:50 pm |
Sustainable Café: From eliminating Styrofoam to plastic utensils, get tips on how to make your restaurant, food court, or cafeteria more eco-friendly and a place of pride for employees, customers, and guests.
Speaker:
- Peter Sijswerda, Owner, GreenCups USA
- Tom Griffin, Division Director, Greener Results Consulting
- Karen Burns, Education Specialist Bay & Ocean Literacy, Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Ctr.
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| Green Technology |
10:00 am -
10:50 am |
Renewable Energy Resources/Clean Energy: Are there renewable energy sources that can deliver? What is the significance of wind, solar, and geothermal energy? What about clean conventional energy? Is oil, gas, coal, nuclear, hydroelectric a better energy source and is it sustainable? What about Demand Response - will that be an alternative to help alleviate the cost of energy consumption. In this panel session, we will explore the various different types of renewable energy sources and what is in store for the future.
Speakers:
- Cathie France, Director of Gov't Relations, Virginia Natural Gas
- Fred Farris, Deputy Executive Director, Virginia Living Museum
- George Barnes, Director of Business Development Mid-Atlantic, Energy Connect
- Adam Cook, Comfort Advisor, Kellam Mechanical
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11:00 am -
11:50 am |
Biochemical and Biofuel: What is biochemical and biofuels and how do they work into the mix of renewable energy? Is the technology advanced enough to move biochemicals and biofuel into the marketplace or is this just a passing fad? In this session, you will hear from experts that can talk about the latest technology and the companies that are leading this advance.
Speakers:
- Rick Cates, Business Manager, Retriever Renewables
- Chris Frasher, Operations Manager, Retriever Renewables
- Dr. Gary Schafran, Prof. & Chair Civil & Environ. Engineering, ODU
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12:00 pm -
12:50 pm |
Green and Clean Tech: With the advancing of technology, how does a company utilize clean or green technology? What exactly is Green and Clean Tech? What type of technologies are out there and how will they help this new green economy? From ground vehicle aerodynamics to e-cycling, learn about what companies are leading the pack and where they are headed.
Speakers:
- Richard Wood, President and Owner, SOLUS-Solutions and Technologies, LLC
- David Dibean, Director of Sales, Synergy Recycling
- Gene Starr, CTO, Electronic Systems, Inc.
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| Greening Your Organization |
10:00 am -
10:50 am |
Go Green 101: Confused about how to get started in this new green economy? This session will provide practical tips and best practice tools that can save money, resources, and the environment. Learn how to build a green plan for your organization and ways to implement and engage employees, customers, and management.
Speakers:
- Anca Novacovici, President, Eco-Coach
- Dr. Deb Renshaw, Director of Communications, Tele-Consultants
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11:00 am -
11:50 am |
Alternative Transportation: With air pollution and traffic on the rise,
organizations are looking for ways to reduce their employees commute headaches while building an extra benefit for those who choose alternative transportation. In this session you will learn about the various alternative transportation programs that are available and how to make commuting green, fun and enjoyable.
Speakers:
- Rick Steele, President, NuRide
- Scott Demharter, Director, Energy Mgmt & Sustainability, HRT
- Bruce Drees, Advocacy Chair, Tidewater Bicycle Association
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12:00 pm -
12:50 pm |
Marketing Green: The green economy is building the demand for good stewardship programs and with a new crop of products and services popping up everyday claiming to be green, the question arises - are they really green? And when is green really green? In this session, you will learn about how to properly and accurately market green, avoid greenwashing and green sheen, and how to promote your green practices in this new marketplace.
Speakers:
- Bill Boyer, President, CEO Focus
- Marina Phillips, Attorney, Kaufman & Canoles
- Kimberly Pepper, President, Red Dot Public Relations
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| Sustainable Communities |
10:00 am -
10:50 am |
Green Agriculture and Aquaculture: Whether it is farming on land or in the sea, this insightful session will delve into the issues and challenges of green agriculture and aquaculture. How the reduction of herbicide and pesticide plays a role in crop yields, economic development, and what type of models and technologies are available for sustainable farming on land and in the water.
Speakers:
- Chris Moore, Hampton Roads Science Advocate, Chesapeake Bay Foundation
- John Wilson, Owner, New Earth Farm
- Rick Felker, Owner, Mattawoman Creek Farms
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11:00 am -
11:50 am |
Ecotourism: Ecotourism is on the rise. With traditional vacation destinations such as Hampton Roads, are we set-up or even ready to host this specific segment of tourist? Can Hampton Roads offer, and prosper with, eco-tours without impacting the ecology and environment? In this session you will hear a panel of experts talk about the pros and cons of ecotourism, how it can impact a local economy, and provide funds for further conservation.
Speakers:
- Lillie Gilbert, Owner, Wild River Outfitters
- Nathan Boor, Safety Director, Fun Tours, Inc.
- Jill Bieri, Director, Chesapeake Experience
- Ralph Buxton, President, Kitty Hawk Sports
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12:00 pm -
12:50 pm |
Hampton Roads Recycling Roundtable: With the growing concern of recycling issues in each city and the economic impact it is having on the municipalities bottom line, this roundtable is focused on bringing those issues/challenges to the table and enable an open dialogue of discussion of what the next steps could be. Join us for this important roundtable discussion on the future of recycling in Hampton Roads.
Speakers:
- Tom Kreidel, Director of Public Relations, SPSA
- Tim Lee, Business Development Mgr, TFC Recycling
- Stephen Coe, Environmental Programs Specialist, Virginia Dept. of Environmental Quality
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