...The Entrepreneurs and their Objectives at Start-Up The entrepreneurs behind Green Energy Solution's (hereafter, GES) developing business are the management team of Enertek EMT Canada, with Enertek's CEO George Nemer, acting as General Manager for the initial period. Mr. Nemer has a Bachelor of Science from McGill University, and extensive studies in Marketing and Finance. He is presently working on his Global Energy Executive MBA through the University of Calgary, with an emphasis on environmental studies. He has several years of work experience as a Chartered financial planner for 23 years, and headed Whitewater Lebanon S.A.L. as its CEO while being involved in the construction and management of many of the waterparks built in the Middle East and North Africa. Moreover, he has been active within the renewable energy industry for the last several years. The second entrepreneur responsible for GES is Mr. Alberto Bilotta. Mr. Bilotta graduated from McGill University as a civil engineer, and has over 25 years of work experience as head of Vinac Construction Inc, where he did work on several prominent projects from the Pierre Elliot Trudeau Montreal International Airport to various public institutions such as libraries and hospitals. The original objectives of both Mr. Nemer and Mr. Bilotta were to approach the expanding market of sustainable resources and energy. GES was created to be a division of Enertek EMT Canada as a start-up subsidiary based in Montreal, Quebec. It will...
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...March 07, 2012 Clean Energy Ballot Proposal Faces Sharp Criticism from Environmental Groups, Renewable Energy Supporters A proposed state constitutional amendment that would pump $13 billion a year into green energy projects over 10 years has come under fire from environmental groups and renewable energy supporters that are critical of the plan’s lack of transparency. The ballot proposal is being championed by a group called Yes for Ohio’s Energy Future and would require the state to issue $1.3 billion in bonds per year from 2013 through 2023 to fund green energy projects. Earlier this month, the Ohio Ballot Board voted unanimously to allow the proposal’s backers to begin collecting the 385,245 valid signatures from Ohio registered voters needed to put the amendment on the ballot this fall. But a strongly worded letter from environmental advocates—including Ohio Environmental Council, Environment Ohio, Environmental Law & Policy Center, Natural Resources Defense Council, and the Ohio Chapter of the Sierra Club—urged the proposal’s supporters to abandon their efforts. The groups criticize the plans “overly broad” and “vague” language, and its establishment of a Delaware-based limited liability company—Ohio Energy Initiative Commission—that would oversee the funds and collect $65 million in annual management fees. The letter concludes that the proposal “does not follow established good-government practices, has an unacceptable lack of transparency and accountability, and will...
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...Solar Energy Opportunities and Challenges for India Energy Sector Structure Policies and Regulation Mid-Term Paper Trimester II Submitted to Prof. Anupam Sircar Submitted by: Ambuj Lal (P101005) Institute of Energy Management and Research Gurgaon Table of Contents 1. Introduction 3 2. India’s Current Power Scenario 3 3. Solar Energy Potential 3 4. State Participation in Solar Energy 4 4.1 Brief about JNNSM 4 4.2 Solar Installations and Gadgets 5 5. Technology Aspect 6 5.1 Issues with Development of Grid Interactive Technology 7 6. Finance 8 7. Risks and Challenges 9 8. Way Ahead 9 References: 10 1. 2. Introduction Energy is the prime factor for the generation of wealth and a significant factor for economic development of a country. Efficient and regular supply of energy is also critical for the economic growth. The limited fossil resources and the environmental problems associated with them have emphasized the need for new sustainable energy supply options. Development of newer energy sources thus acquires importance. The challenge is to ensure adequate supply of energy at the least possible cost. Another important aspect is to provide clean and convenient energy critical for the well-being of the poor, even when they cannot fully pay for it. Solar thermal power generation systems also known as Solar Thermal Electricity (STE) generating systems are emerging renewable energy technologies that can be developed...
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...Brief: Clean Energy Markets: Jobs and Opportunities April 2010 Update [Type text] In Brief: Clean Energy Markets: Jobs and Opportunities Executive Summary This brief discusses how investment in clean energy technologies will generate economic growth and create new jobs in the United States and around the globe. The United States stands to benefit from the expansion of global clean energy markets, but only if it moves quickly to support domestic demand for and production of clean energy technologies through well-designed policy that enhances the competitiveness of U.S. firms. Clean energy markets are already substantial in scope and growing fast. Between 2004 and 2007, global investments in renewable energy more than doubled. Forecasts of investment totals over the next few decades vary according to assumptions made regarding the nature of future global climate agreements. Annual investments in global renewable energy markets could reach $106-$230 billion a year in 2020 and as much as $424 billion a year in 2030 (in year 2000 dollars). Over the next decade, assuming strong global action on climate change, cumulative global investment totals for clean power generation technologies could reach nearly $2.2 trillion. Recognizing the potential of these markets, China, Europe, and other nations are moving to cultivate their own clean energy industries and position them to gain large market shares in the decades ahead. In 2009, China invested more money in clean energy technologies...
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...Trade in Environmental Goods and Services Summary The environment industry supplies pollution control, reduction, clean-up and waste handling equipment and related services, and a growing range of other environmental services. Trade in Environmental goods and services (EGS) industry is worth around $758 billion in 2011. In International trade, the largest exporter is China and importer is Germany of EGS. The promotion of EGS is been done by providing subsidy and standardising the EGS products. According to the International Energy Agency IEA (2011), global renewable energy subsidies were about $66 billion in 2010, and will reach almost $250 billion in 2035. Total global investment in EGS is $260 billion in 2011 – up 5 percent above 2010 levels and almost five times the total of $54 billion in 2004. The tariffs rates imposed on EGS generally range between 5%-10% Introduction International trade in environmental goods and services (EGS) may contribute to the achievement of environmental, economic and developmental benefits and to the transition towards a “green economy”. The international community has been exploring several strategies to promote sustainable development through enhanced trade in EGS. The WTO negotiations on EGS seek to reduce or eliminate tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade in EGS. The Doha Ministerial Declaration in paragraph 31 (iii) provides the mandate for WTO negotiations on environmental goods and services liberalization by way of “the reduction or...
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...II. Contemporary Energy Use Frederic Menz, a professor of Economics and Finance at Clarkson University, analyzed the impact of renewable energy policies and the relative adoption of those types of energies. He notes that at one time, conventional wisdom suggested that renewable energy sources would gain primacy due to the “rising costs for fossil fuels, growing concern about environmental issues, and national security concerns with imported oil” (Menz, 2005). However, the reality has been “virtually constant” production of electricity from renewable sources, with “coal and nuclear responsible for about two-thirds of net electricity generation in the United States for the last several decades” (Menz, 2005). As regards adoption of solar photovoltaic technology, some argue that its deployment has been tailored towards “a conglomeration of regional markets and special applications” for which significant production will remain elusive until standardized practices of connecting it to existing grid technology are established (Shum & Watanabe, 2007). The stunted deployment of renewable energy technology and failure to meet expectations for growth to surpass fossil fuels, are argued to be due to conventional fuel subsidies that “actively discourage consumers from seeking cleaner alternatives, encourage the overconsumption of resources… and lead to capacity development and consumer patterns in excess of true needs” (Sovacool, 2009). With significant conventional fuel subsidies intact...
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...I am here to talk about a serious topic and not kid around. In an age of growing populations and expanding economies, sustainability and “going green” are huge topics for debate in both residential and commercial communities. Growing concerns about global warming are also calling for everyone to become more environmentally aware. This elevated awareness and actions toward going green are shown through corporations’ social responsibilities to shareholders and individuals alike. While new technologies emerge to make businesses run more clean and more efficiently, the government has also made strides on their behalf in constituting various tax breaks for both individuals and corporations that go green. All businesses should be urged to continue on with the trend of going green and make the conversion as soon as possible. There are a wide range of benefits available for businesses that make the switch, not only for themselves, but for the community as a whole. Almost all experts agree: transforming “old- style” businesses to new, green businesses will cost a lot of money up front. These costs would account for things such as new technology, training and developing new systems for day-to-day activities, and even paying for renewable energy. Conversely, renewable energy is relatively new to the public and has not had the time to develop and evolve to further efficiency. New technology costs money, and to disregard these new endeavors and deprive them of the chance to become more efficient...
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...Strategic Initiative FIN 370 March 10, 2013 Christine Gordon Strategic Initiative Strategic planning is the foundation of a successful business, according to a Commentary given by Viraj Yadav in Strategic Directions “Strategic planning is a crucial factor in the survival, development and success of any business” (Premeaux, 2009). In this paper there will be discussions on Walmart strategic initiative program and the effectiveness of it. Walmart is not only a leader in retail but leads concerning energy savings and conservation. Walmart has taken advantage of technology as it relates to renewable and perpetual resources such as the sunlight, solar panels, and wind. Not only does Walmart show that it is environmentally conscience, but also reinforces it is focus on the customer by strengthening productivity and reduce expenses with the “Powered by Walmart” initiative and at the same time to keep providing service for its customers and profits for its shareholder. Initiative Effects on Financial Planning The “Powered by Walmart” is an initiative that Walmart has implemented to reduce the company’s expenses by reviewing their processes and eliminating any unnecessary steps taking place and costs incurred. According to Walmart’s Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2012 Earnings Call on February 21, 2012 they expect to maximize their value by balancing global leverage (Walmart Annual Report, 2012). This message also stated that some...
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...Geothermal Energy: -Geothermal energy is simply power derived from the Earth's internal heat -Contained in the rock and fluids beneath Earth's crust Three Types of Geothermal Power Plants- -Dry Stream- takes stream out of fractures in the ground and uses it directly to drive turbine -Flash Plants- pull deep, high pressure hot water into cooler, low pressure water. the stream that results from this is used to drive turbine. -Binary Plants- the hot water is passed by a second fluid with a much lower boiling point than water. This causes the secondary fluid to vaporize which drives the turbine. Uses- -These underground reservoirs of streams and hot water can be tapped to generate electricity or to heat and cool buildings directly -Geothermal water can be used directly for heating homes and offices, or for growing plants in green houses -Some US cities pipe geothermal hot water under roads and sidewalks to melt snow -US is the world's largest producer of geothermal energy Advantages- -extracted without burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas -geothermal fields produce only about 1/6 of the carbon dioxide that a relatively clean natural-gas fueled power plant produces -binary plants release essentially no emissions -available 365 days a year -relatively inexpensive, saves almost 80% compared to how much fossil fuels cost Hydrothermal Energy: How It Works- -Hydrothermal energy is the process of obtaining heat or energy from a large body of...
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...Writing Sample - Ocean Energy Research Paper 4 months ago * * Email * Favorite * Favorited × * Download * Embed * More… * * Copy and paste this code into your blog or website Copy Customize Without related content Start from slide number Size (px) 382 x 408 477 x 510 572 x 612 668 x 714 Embed code for WordPress.com blogs Copy Close * We have emailed the verification/download link to "". Login to your email and click the link to download the file directly. To request the link at a different email address, update it here. Close Validation messages. Success message. Fail message. Check your bulk/spam folders if you can't find our mail. * Loading… Close * Favorited! You could add some tags too Have an opinion? Make a quick comment as well. Cancel * Edit your favorites Cancel * Send to your Group / Event Add your message Cancel × Like this presentation? 0 comments Embed Video Subscribe to comments Post Comment Edit your comment Cancel Speaker Notes on slide 1 Writing Sample - Ocean Energy Research Paper - Document Transcript 1. Ocean Energy: A Solution for America’s Energy Problem Adam Sherwin America’s energy future can be described as a “trilemma.”1 The challenge of meeting the country’s energy demands requires consideration of three central problems: national security and reliability costs, financial...
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...the risks and opportunities and the potential cost/benefit of taking no action. All the detail data resource in this report is from GM sustainability report [2]. 2. Risk Management Sustainability strategy of GM is guided by this simple truth, that energy diversity, resource conservation and CO2 reduction are business imperatives. To achieve sustainable development of the company, GM is faced up with a series of global issues. Among them, fuel economy and CO2 emissions, manufacturing energy use and emissions, and resource and material management are most imperative to address. 2.1 Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions The need to increase fuel economy and reduce carbon emissions remains one of the most important risks facing automakers around the world, including GM. Though dramatic progress has been made over the past 40 years, the need to “go farther with less” is as relevant today as ever, due to risks associated with petroleum dependence, climate change and the continued growth of vehicle use. Energy security and climate change concerns are driving increasingly stringent fuel economy and CO2 emission regulations around the world. GM is deploying a combination of strategies, including design and engineering tactics, advanced technologies and alternative fuels, to achieve these...
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... Unit # 8. INTERVIEW PROJECT Legal Studies Professional Interview I have chosen to Interview Jim Cassida, the Senior Environmental Manager of SunEdison a solar wind and energy, company based out of Portland Maine. My Interviewee has a Bachelor’s degree in Botany and a Master’s in Public Policy. Jim has been with the company, SunEdison for many years. Jim is familiar with most aspects affiliated with SunEdison and its developer companies. Jim knows a lot about electrical engineering vs. solar wind as energy. I have had the opportunity to speak with Jim Cassida and Interview him with the questions listed. I have been provided the answers as follows, in relation to Jim’s employment with SunEdison and what the company affiliated goals are. 1. The educational requirements for a position at SunEdison vary, because at SunEdison there are many different department functions. SunEdison is a developer of renewable energy. Educational requirements need to meet a basic education of Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in public policy management and/or electrical engineering and Law. An educational requirement would be law related, in a sense that SunEdison hires Attorneys that...
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...increasing amounts of energy considering the increasing demand for cheap, clean and reliable energy from developing countries such as India and China. Though there are technologies capable of supplying this energy these energy sources come at the expense of increased ozone damaging CO2 emissions. CO2 emissions are believed to be a significant contributor to the rise in the average temperature of the Earth’s climate known as global warming. In the United States electric power plants emit about 2.2 billon tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) each year, which is about 40% of the nation’s total carbon emissions (NRDC, 2014). It is generally accepted by climate scientist that if annual carbon emissions are not reduced by at least 80% by the year 2030 then there will be an increase of greater than 2°C (35.2°F) which is considered an acceptable safe level or approximately 4°C (39.2°F) by the year 2100 in the Earth’s climate temperature (Carrington, 2013). These increases in the Earth’s temperature would be catastrophic, however measures taken by the government through the Clean Air Act to regulate emissions from stationary and mobile sources, and groups such as the National Resource Defense Council (NRDC) have somewhat reduced the emissions from stationary sources such as power plants and mobile sources such as motor vehicles. These efforts must be accompanied with a reduction in the use of carbon emitting fossil fuel energy sources. The generation of electricity through nuclear energy reduces the amount...
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...| | |NAME : RAUNAK ZATAKIA | | | |COURSE : ( BBA / TP / ) | | | |SUPERVISOR : Prof. Tapobrata Ray | | | |TITLE : Telecom Industry Marketing | |DATE : 06.12.2013 | Dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment Of the requirements of the Graduate Degree BACHELOR IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION J.D.BIRLA INSTITUE At the JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY KOLKATA The Controller of Examination, Jadavpur University, Kolkata Respected sir, This research work has been conducted by me and is an...
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...risen by 1.4°F over the past century, and is projected to rise another 2 to 11.5°F over the next hundred years. Small changes in the average temperature of the planet can translate to large and potentially dangerous shifts in climate and weather (Basics of Global Climate Change, 2014). Global climate change is a really big issue in the world today, and trying to fight it is an ever bigger issue. The question is, can we fight it and how? Contrast the costs and benefits of combating Global Climate Change The benefits of combating global climate change in both developing countries and industrialized countries are the same. Both countries can benefit from cutting down on greenhouse gas emissions, new technology, lighting, industrial processes, energy efficient appliance and renewable energy resources. The contrast comes with the cost of combating global climate change from the two countries....
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