This is the chance for you to discuss local clean transportation issues and share ideas that could shape state transportation policies and future incentives. The listening sessions will engage stakeholders with diverse interests and concerns in discussion of the economic and social considerations for deploying clean transportation options, opportunities to enhance environmental and public health […]
August 16 is a day for fleet managers to take a test drive, talk to experts and explore the benefits of alternative fuel vehicles. Alternative fuel vehicles: reduce petroleum use, minimize emissions, and save on fuel costs. reduce dependence on foreign exports and create a more stable energy market less susceptible to supply and price volatility. […]
SBR has partnered with the CoRE Initiative and the Environmental Alliance to host this early fall networking event. Throughout the year we want to give you the opportunity to visit places and meet people who are helping inspire and shape the region today and in the future. (That includes you!) We are starting this journey […]
An architect's tour of an energy neutral home that both creates and saves energy. See it work in a small scale, then let’s talk about bigger - commercial, industrial, multi-family and how these systems can be implemented in new builds and renovations. Learn about the house and systems from multiple perspectives - the home owner, […]
SBR will be at the Borderland Festival. Stop by and say hi! The Borderland Music + Arts Festival celebrates the rich history and renaissance of the region with a two-day music and cultural festival set in one of the most scenic and storied grounds in all of New York State, Knox Farm State Park. At […]
CannonDesign, as a part of its annual Environmental Awareness Week (EAW), has invited SBR members & guests to an exclusive conversation with Jeff Goodell about the Implications of Global Sea Rise. Jeff Goodell is a contributing editor for Rolling Stone, frequent contributor to the New York Times Magazine, and a NY Times best selling author. This […]
The Western New York Facilities Management Expo is a regional showcase featuring products and services for maintenance, renovation, modernization and management of commercial, industrial, institutional, income properties and more. As the largest Facilities Management Expo in the WNY region, with vendors and visitors from Western New York, and North Western Pennsylvania, attendees have a wide […]
Business supply chains involve a web of third parties, including product distributors, service providers, manufacturers, contractors, and logistics firms that store and move materials. All of them are dependent on their own infrastructure, transportation and supply networks. When climate change or extreme weather impacts a part of your supply chain, the domino effect can ultimately […]
Don't miss the first SBR Think & Drink Big Idea conversation about Sustainable Investing. Raise a glass, network and let's talk about investment strategies that seek to drive positive social or environmental impact alongside financial results. Bring your questions and concerns - This is not a pitch or sale - its a drink and conversation with your business peers about $23 […]
Kick off the new year with Energy Conservation! Join us at the Buffalo Botanical Gardens where we can forget the weather and enjoy networking and then interacting with our panel of experts. Speakers: Eric Williams of the Rochester Institute of Technology will discuss how technology leads to energy conservation. Jeff Burns, President of Entuit, will […]
WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable is partnering with UB for Andrew Hoffmann’s presentation “How Culture Shapes the Climate Change Debate”, on February 13th.
This presentation gives practical guidance for anyone who wishes to be better equipped when entering more effective business conversations around climate change.
Dr. Andrew Hoffman is a Professor of Sustainable Enterprise at the University of Michigan and his most recent book explores how humans process climate change information, and how our views are shaped by emotional and cultural influences.
Numerous Roundtable members have heard professor Hoffman personally and are excited about his visit as he has in depth knowledge on how to best communicate when engaging in climate change discussion with corporate leaders and stakeholders.
Join us at Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center for our eighth year of Faculty Fellows talks! This lecture series brings current UB humanities research out into the community – with complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres. Free and open to the public, in partnership with WNY Sustainable Business Roundtable. Please register by sending an email to: asa@wnysustainablebusiness.org. […]
Let's begin a discussion about what resources, support, or recognition different organizations need to create the structural and cultural changes that will result in less food related waste. We are inviting event planners, tourism professionals, fundraisers, restaurateurs, and culinary programs to attend our free “They’re Demanding Less Waste” workshop. The workshop will focus on stories and […]
The Food Energy Water (FEW) Nexus: A Systems Approach for Improving Energy Conservation The purpose of this event is to trigger a dialogue on the FEW nexus and how businesses can approach reducing their energy footprint through conservation efforts in water and food systems. Overcoming today’s barriers will require new ideas, approaches, and collaboration. We will feature three speakers representing academia and industry […]
Learn about the energy treasure hunt recently conducted at our local water resource recovery facility. Joe Fiegl, P.E., Deputy Commissioner of the Erie County Division of Sewerage Management, will give a short presentation on the project which was supported by NYSERDA’s Strategic Energy Management program. After the presentation, there will be a one hour guided […]
Join us for an Energy Treasure Hunt Happy Hour. Network with your sustainable business colleagues while enjoying top quality craft beer and finding an energy conservation program that can help your business. These different programs have helped local businesses of all sizes - from GM to the Buffalo Zoo to local restaurants. Hundreds of organizations […]
We are very pleased to invite the SBR community to the 2019 Erich Bloch Symposium. Renowned leaders and experts from universities, industry, and national labs will share their approach to developing data-driven innovation. Businesses can learn from cutting edge innovations in data science that are reducing the costs of manufacturing, providing competitive advantage and providing […]
On this tour Harmac Medical Products will present how they started their work on their Chemical Footprint, what they did and where they are now. We will also be given a facility window tour and an introduction to the Chemical Footprint Project and how it can be a resource for companies on their sustainability journey. […]
Buffalo River Environmental History Boat Tour Open to WNYSBR members and Non-Members (members at discounted cost). WNYSBR members can each buy one additional ticket for the member rate for a non-member business partner, family member or friend! Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the tour. Join WNYSBR, Erie County and Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper for this […]
Summers are all about community impact and WNYSBR Board of Directors encourage all members to join us. Come spend a Saturday morning at Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park, renewing your team spirit while making a difference in habitat protection! Volunteer appreciation party afterwards at Labatt House! Our WNYSBR Corporate Volunteer Service Day enables you and […]