Month: December 2021

enaimco

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Rising energy demands and a decrease of skilled personnel have created a critical gap in the energy industry that needs to be addressed now. A sustainable future not only requires more renewable energy to be delivered, but also the continued, responsible production of hydrocarbons.

Enter Enaimco – We’re a dynamic and forward-thinking global SaaS company headquartered in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, with strong links to Norway and the North Sea. Our Operational Twin is a cloud platform designed to optimize subsea operations in the offshore energy industry from construction to abandonment. We empower our clients to produce more with less. Our solutions make subsea operations more productive, cost effective and sustainable. More energy at less cost with less risk and with reduced emissions.

Our world-class team combines domain expertise with creative tech minds to create intuitive and intelligent products designed to drive efficiency in subsea operations. We put actionable data at users’ fingertips through our Operational Twin that merges data with a comprehensive 3D model. Our technical expertise ensures that value is quickly realized with minimal client input throughout the deployment phase.

Our focus on customizable strategic software aims to boost profitability and drive the long-term success of sustainable solutions. With an emphasis on meeting the evolving requirements of the energy industry and responding to market demands, we empower our clients to stay ahead in a rapidly changing energy landscape.

Fall 2021 economic update and clean growth

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Thank you to our friends at the Canada Cleantech Alliance for summarizing the relevant references to clean growth in the Federal Government’s Fall 2021 Economic Update:

Tax Incentive for Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage
Budget 2021 proposed an investment tax credit for capital invested in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects with the goal of substantially reducing emissions. The new investment tax credit would be available for a broad range of CCUS applications across different industrial subsectors (e.g. concrete, plastics, fertilizers, fuels), including blue hydrogen projects and direct air capture projects but not enhanced oil recovery projects. The government will outline the final design of the proposed investment tax credit in Budget 2022 based on stakeholder consultations.

Green Bond
The government plans to publish its green bond framework in the final quarter of 2021-22. The inaugural green bond issuance will target $5 billion and is planned by the end of 2021-22, subject to market conditions. This will be Canada’s first green bond and the government intends for it to be a regular offering.

RFP – Scoping an Atlantic Hydrogen Strategy

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OERA, on behalf of the Atlantic Hydrogen Alliance (AHA) is seeking proposals for the creation of a report that (1) reviews established hydrogen strategy creation methods, (2) includes a detailed scope of work and a potential outline of an Atlantic Canadian hydrogen strategy, and (3) recommends a stakeholder engagement framework. This work will support AHA’s goal of fostering the development of an economically viable clean hydrogen value chain that will enable the transition to a prosperous low-carbon economy in Atlantic Canada.

Click Here to Download the RFP

econext celebrating the release of Newfoundland and Labrador’s renewable energy plan

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For Immediate Release
December 16, 2021

econext is commending the Department of Industry, Energy, and Technology on the publication today of Newfoundland and Labrador’s renewable energy plan.

“Newfoundland and Labrador has what the world needs,” said Kieran Hanley, econext‘s Executive Director. “This province has a wealth of yet-to-be-developed renewable energy resources that can help sectors and nations meet their environmental objectives and commitments.”

  • Click here to download Newfoundland and Labrador’s renewable energy plan.

Hanley notes that the challenge has always been around getting these resources to those that need and want them. “New markets, increased environmental pressures on industry, and the emergence of clean fuels are presenting us with new opportunities for the export of our clean energy,” said Hanley. “There are enormous opportunities here for us to grow and diversify our economy – and it’s important that we now have a plan in place to achieve our potential.”

Throughout the Fall, econext engaged within its membership and network – meeting with developers, suppliers, utilities, and subject matter experts – to submit a series of comprehensive recommendations to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador in the development of its plan.

  • Click here to download econext‘s recommendations to government towards the development of its plan.

“We were very pleased to see that much of what our membership had to say was ultimately reflected in the plan,” said Hanley. “This is an important step forward for Newfoundland and Labrador.”

“We commend Minister Parsons and his team for their work this Fall, and look forward to working in partnership towards an economically-sound future for our province and the environment. ”

econext is an association of businesses that accelerates clean growth in Newfoundland and Labrador. econext works on behalf of over 200 members to foster environmentally sustainable economic development. More information can be found at https://econext.ca.

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Kieran Hanley, Executive Director, econext
kieran@econext.ca

JOB OPPORTUNITIES: The Net Zero Project

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Background

The Net Zero Project is a collaboration within the energy and environmental industries to drive economic growth, diversification, investment, and awareness through the lens of sustainability and the pursuit of net zero in Newfoundland and Labrador.

This project is a partnership between the Newfoundland and Labrador Oil and Gas Industries Association (Noia), econext, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Oil and Gas Corporation (OilCo).

Technical Lead

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Technical Lead will review, analyze, and make recommendations regarding initiatives that can be undertaken to improve the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions performance of the energy industry. The Technical Lead will provide guidance to industry stakeholders on the feasibility of the adoption and deployment of specific technologies and/or processes.

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Economics Lead

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Economics Lead will review, analyze, and make recommendations regarding initiatives that can be undertaken to improve the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions performance of the energy industry. The Economics Lead will provide guidance to industry stakeholders on the economic feasibility of the adoption and deployment of specific technologies and/or processes. This will include economic modeling and cash flow analysis with consideration given to carbon pricing, fuel/energy consumption, etc. Substantial engagement with industry partners will be required to ensure that all variables are appropriately considered throughout analysis.

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Strategic Partnerships Lead

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Strategic Partnerships Lead will engage public, private, and institutional partners to develop and advance strategic innovation / economic growth opportunities that align with The Net Zero Project’s objectives. The Strategic Partnerships Lead will actively assist stakeholders in identifying opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and attracting investment for their pursuit and implementation. The initiatives guided by the Strategic Partnerships Lead will contribute to increased research and development, innovation, and technology adoption in areas key to the province’s economic and environmental interests.

More Information

The new deadline to apply for all positions is January 7, 2022.

Municipal Climate Change Practitioners Networking Event

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CLIMAtlantic is bringing together municipal climate change practitioners from throughout Atlantic Canada and we are hoping you’d be able to attend! Your perspectives would be greatly valued, and we hope you will benefit from a better understanding of how CLIMAtlantic can support your work. This will also be a networking space for practitioners to discuss their current work and needs, as well as meet fellow practitioners, set up supports, and get to know each other.

CLIMAtlantic facilitates access to data and information to support adaptation to climate change in Atlantic Canada through collaboration, networking, and partnership.

Date: January 12, 2022
Time: 10h30 – 12h30 NST

Agenda:
10:00am Welcome
10:10am Presentation of CLIMAtlantic and our work
10:20am Questions
10:35am Round of introductions
11:15am Breakout rooms to get to know each other a bit more
12:00pm Finish

Registration

Please fill out this registration form by Jan. 5, 2022: https://forms.gle/UnuDB1dtkFUf4Gd96. CLIMAtlantic will be in touch with the Zoom link closer to the date.

Please contact Sepehr Khosravi, Climate Services Specialist with CLIMAtlantic and econext, with your questions at sepehr.khosravi@climatlantic.ca.

RFP – Used Tire Management Services in Newfoundland and Labrador

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The Multi-Materials Stewardship Board (MMSB) is a provincial Crown agency responsible for developing, implementing, and managing waste diversion programs in Newfoundland and Labrador, inclusive of a Used Tire Management Program.

MMSB has released a Request for Proposals (RFP), Reference RFP#202122UTP, in seeking to establish a contract with qualified parties for used tire management services that provides end of life management of the continuous supply of used tires generated in the province.

The closing date for submissions is 4 p.m., NST, Wednesday, February 2, 2022.

A copy of the RFP can be obtained by contacting Glenda Melvin by email, gmelvin@mmsb.nl.ca, or phone (709) 753-0955.

econext and partners release new tool to help businesses attract and retain talent

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econext and its industry partners have developed and released a new tool to help businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador attract and retain the talent and workers that they need to sustain their growth and succeed.

Learn about:

  • What competitive compensation and benefits look like;
  • Where to post your job openings;
  • Programs to help you hire new grads and professionals from outside of the country;
  • The importance of inclusively and diversity in the workplace;
  • How work environments, perks, and growth opportunities are factors for your employees;
  • and more!

Visit TechHires.ca to learn about the latest programs and resources that are readily available to you and your business to address your people needs!

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Request for EOIs: Training & Professional Development Partnership with econext

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In September 2021 econext launched its online professional development and training portal econext On-Demand (https://neia.myvirtualcampus.co/). econext On-Demand presents new opportunities for the provision of training and professional development for businesses, their employees, and environmental practitioners throughout econext’s broad provincial network.

econext is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from members interested in partnering with the association in the delivery of online training and professional development opportunities via the new On-Demand portal.

econext is interested in exploring training and professional development partnerships that fall into one of the following categories:

  • Helping business owners of all kinds improve their environmental sustainability and performance in the Newfoundland and Labrador context
  • Helping environmental professionals (both in the office and in the field) in industry improve and build on their competencies with new skills, ideas, and experiences
  • Helping industry professionals in non-environmental roles increase their capacity to view their work through an environmental lens
  • Introducing businesses and professionals to environmental sector competencies that can be more fully explored through further education and certification in subsequent instruction (independent of econext)

Proposed training and professional development opportunities can take the form of static presentations, real-time seminars, and/or sequential modular instruction. econext On-Demand has the capability to include interactive elements to evaluate and confirm learning (e.g., quizzes, embedded media). econext is open to considering hybrid programming, where portions of the training take place online in combination with practical or field-based instruction.

Responses

Responses to this Request for Expressions of Interest should include:

  • A description of the training or professional development proposed
  • A proposed revenue-sharing model for the delivery of the training or professional development with and through econext

econext can provide technical support, if required, to digitalize course content and record instruction on a cost-recovery basis.

EOIs responses should be in DOC and/or PDF format, and sent to Kieran Hanley, econext’s Executive Director, via email at kieran@econext.ca no later than January 21, 2022. Submissions should be succinct and not exceed three (3) pages. Questions from interested parties can be directed to the same address.

Webinar: Greening your business – Lessons on clean technology adoption in Atlantic Canada

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Now available on-demand. Click the “register” button below to access.

Environmental sustainability is increasingly important for business viability. This is being driven by a combination of government policies to address climate change, supply chain requirements and investor, customer and employee preferences.

econext, in partnership with APEC with support from ACOA, engaged in research in 2021 with the objective to help Atlantic Canadian businesses understand the role that clean technology adoption can play in ensuring the sustainability and competitiveness of their business.

Join us for a free webinar highlighting the importance of adopting clean technology.

Date: December 14, 2021
Time: 10h30 NST

This session will feature a panel of speakers, including some businesses that have adopted clean technology. They’ll share what technology they adopted, their motivations for adopting, the benefits of adopting, and some of the lessons learned. APEC’s Fred Bergman will discuss why clean technology is important and some of the statistics on adoption. Lynn Adams, Director of Energy and Environment Policy, ACOA will discuss government supports for clean technology adoption.

Click the link below for more information on the panelists and to register.

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