BPS Burgard Public High School Paul McDonnell, AIA, Director of Facilities Planning, Design and Construction for Buffalo Public Schools Paul oversaw the recent 1.5 billion dollar modernization program for the Buffalo Public Schools. His talk will be centered around sustainability strategies and implementation in existing and new buildings, with a concentration on preservation and reuse. Paul […]
A Conversation on the Next Steps for WNYSBR A meeting to discuss the progress and future direction of the WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable Value Proposition for WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable Tools and Assessments available to SBR members Member Progress Reporting Ways the Roundtable can assist your company moving forward 9:00 am – 11:00 am at […]
The WNY Environmental Alliance’s annual Environmental Congress is a future-oriented forum, exploring innovative solutions for a cleaner and sustainable WNY. We're bringing together a panel of climate action leaders for a proactive and critical discussion of solutions being offered, their impacts on the WNY community and implications for climate justice. The panel represents a range of perspectives, […]
Measure Up... a WNYSBR Workshop Join us for the WNYSBR January meeting geared toward helping you measure your organization’s sustainability efforts. Whether you’re just starting to explore creating a sustainability plan or if you have an established program, this meeting will familiarize you with topics such as baselines, sub-metering and available toolkits. Most importantly, […]
GreenDrinks...in the New Year! You are invited to attend GreenWork's GreenDrinks at the newly opened Lockhouse Distillery. After our workshop, this will be a great way to connect with others working towards a sustainable future. Lockhouse is a Bar/Distillery that uses green practices as they make their spirits. It is all about sharing: a thought and a drink. […]
This free event is a great opportunity for WNY Businesses to find products and services to help develop and implement sustainability projects. Last year we had over 300 attendees; This year we are expecting 400 attendees with 50 exhibitors. This will be a fabulous evening for networking and learning . We have a nationally renowned speaker […]
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The WNYSBR Metrics Reporting Tool unveiled! Members are being asked to submit their first draft of the Metrics reporting Tool by March 31, 2016 The WNYSBR is asking its members to fill out a metrics form to capture our businesses’ collective work to improve the environment in our region. We are asking our members to […]
Wednesday, April 27 will be our Annual Membership Meeting and will include board elections and bylaw revisions. There are 5 seats on the board of directors that are up for election this year. Nominations for the Board can be taken up to, and including, from the floor of the Annual Meeting. Please contact Mark Shriver […]
Our friends at the Western New York Land Conservancy invite you to hear award-winning author Doug Tallamy present about "Rebuilding Nature's Relationships at Home" on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at the UB Center for the Arts, beginning with a reception at 6pm and the presentation at 7pm. Tickets are $20 per person. Get Tickets here! […]
Establishing water conservation and protection within your company’s sustainability plans. Register Here! Special Guest: Congressman Brian Higgins Also, Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper Perry’s Ice Cream Coca Cola Bottling of Buffalo, Inc. Buffalo Sewer Authority Erie County Dept. of Environment and Planning 2:30 pm Networking 3:00 pm Presentations 5:00 pm Happy Hour
Announcing June’s Workshop: Transportation Alternatives! Learn how to reduce this significant portion of your energy use; It’s bigger than you think! Breakouts: Green Fleet Management & Eco-friendly Commuting Talks include Alternative Fuel Vehicles, Ride-Sharing, Biking, Public Transportation, Fleet Management, and more Thursday June 23, 2016 9:00 am – 11:00 am Buffalo Transportation Pierce-Arrow Museum 263 Michigan Ave, […]
Presentations and discussion on Solar and Geothermal applications to your business. There is a business case to be made that both Geo and Solar can make economic and environmental sense […]
“Sustainability at Wegmans”, presented by Jason Wadsworth, Sustainability Manager at Wegmans Food Markets Focusing on three major aspects of their sustainability initiatives – carbon reduction, packaging and sustainable choices for customers. Register by Clicking Here
The WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable is hosting a social event Business & Brews on February 1, 2017 from 5:30-7 pm at Big Ditch Brewing Company located at 55 E Huron Street in Buffalo. This event is open to Sustainable Business Roundtable Members, future Members, Partners, and Friends. Let's kick off a great new year of […]
A free workshop will be held at Flying Bison Brewery on March 7, 2017 Sustainable Brewing makes financial sense. It creates process improvements which make natural resources more productive. Experts in sustainable brewing practices from the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute will talk about best practices and first steps for: Water & Wastewater: […]
The 2017 Sustainable Business EXPO provides a unique opportunity to meet Business Leaders from WNY who are focused on incorporating sustainability measures into their business operations. Discover new products, services and technologies that can make your business more sustainable today. Learn about the Triple Bottom Line and how it can change the future for your […]
The WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable has had a great year. You are probably wondering what is next. We want to figure that out together with you. So lets reminisce and then get planning. I guarantee the 90 minutes will fly by. Afterwards stay for a lunch & keynote by Dr. Sanjay Padhi, Principal at Amazon […]
Costs, regulations and customer expectations are changing the ways businesses deal with food waste. The upcoming WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable workshop is for businesses that create or divert food waste, and anybody else interested in learning more about this growing business segment. It will be led by the Sustainable Food Program experts at NYS Pollution […]
We'll explore state and local policies and initiatives for