RFP – MET II Construction Services – EverWind Fuels

Everwind NL Holdings Ltd. has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for all work required to deliver Construction Services for the Phase 2 Meteorological Tower Sites (the “Work”), as further described in the RFP Scope of Services.

Contact

Contact for questions and submission: Jan-Peter De Souza, jpdesouza@eunoiacg.com, 709-351-3039.

Information Session

An information session will be held on June 24th (time TBD). Suppliers interested in bidding must provide a request to attend to jpdesouza@eunoiacg.com by the 21st of June.

Deadline

Deadline for proposal submissions is July 15, 2024, at 15:00 NST

EOI: Lead Generation and Pre-Mission Preparation for a Delegation to WindEnergy Hamburg

econext is planning to lead a delegation of businesses to WindEnergy Hamburg, taking place September 24 to 27, 2024 at the Hamburg Messe in Germany (pending funding approval).

The primary objectives of this consultancy are to 1) provide pre-mission preparation including high-level market/event intelligence; 2) to work with companies to pre-qualify leads and contacts; 3) program development for trade mission participants. It is anticipated that 10-15 firms/organizations shall take part in the delegation. Consultants are not responsible for delegate recruitment.

Response to the EOI are due on July 9, 2024. Click the button below to download the EOI for more information.

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WEBINAR: Newfoundland and Labrador’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund


Newfoundland and Labrador’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund is an application-based funding program that provides financial assistance to support projects that result in verifiable greenhouse gas reductions in industrial sectors across the province.

The industrial sector includes electricity generation, mining and quarrying, oil and gas, as well as manufacturing.

Valued at over $431,000, the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund was established under the Management of Greenhouse Gas Act and is funded solely by regulated industrial facilities. Under the Act, industry operators make payments to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund to purchase credits to offset emissions.

Join econext, the CME, and Mining NL for a webinar with representatives from the Department of Environment and Climate Change where project eligibility will be outlined and questions answered.

Date: June 18, 2024
Time: at 9:00am NST

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Further information on application eligibility and guidelines is available here. The deadline to apply is July 26, 2024.

Supporting Economic Growth and Prosperity in Atlantic Canada through Work-Integrated Learning

The Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) is convening a free, virtual, lunchtime event about work-integrated learning (WIL) in Atlantic Canada. The session will include a conversation with regional post-secondary and industry leaders, including BHER members, about successful collaborations with local employers, best practices for connecting with diverse students, and trends, changes, and challenges they’re seeing in the region. It will also include a deep dive into Nova Scotia Community College’s successful Pathway to Stay program. Save the date. Come for the info. Stay for the audience Q&A.

Date: June 17, 2024
Time: 12:30PM – 1:45PM NDT

This event will be presented in English with French options.

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econext Summer Social

Celebrate the Summer with econext!

Join us for the econext Summer Social on Thursday, July 18th, 2024 from 3:00pm – 5:00pm. This in-person event will take place at Piatto Pizzeria & Enoteca, 60 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John’s.

Connect with fellow professionals in the industry and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of networking, refreshments and snacks. This is a great opportunity to expand your professional network and connect with the econext team. Be sure to RSVP by 4:00pm on Tuesday July 11th.

Interested in partnering with econext on this year’s Summer Social? Please reach out to our Manager of Industry and Community Engagement, Colin Heffernan, via e-mail at heffernan@econext.ca.

Space is limited – don’t miss out on this exciting event! Register now and secure your spot. See you on July 18th!

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Request for EOIs: Provision of Energy Efficiency Assessment Services

econext is requesting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from qualified firms based in Newfoundland and Labrador with the ability to provide energy audit services to small and medium sized businesses in the province.

econext is supporting its members by facilitating access to services that help businesses quantify their environmental impacts. Armed with the results of these assessments, businesses in the province will be better positioned to fight climate change and improve their bottom lines.

The purpose of this request for EOIs is for econext to gain an understanding what energy efficiency assessment services are available locally so that it can encourage businesses across the province to avail of them.

Responses should include the following information:

  • Summary of services able to be provided;
  • Demonstrated experience in providing the services;
  • Standards or methodologies that are used or adhered to in the provision of services;
  • Cost structure/estimates for the provision of services. Estimates can be tiered based on expected variables from business to business (i.e., business size, number of business assets/locations, business type, complexity of task, etc.);
  • Any geographical restrictions to for the provision of services (i.e., available anywhere in the province versus only in specific areas); and
  • Any other information believed to be relevant by the respondent.

EOI responses being accepted until June 28, 2024. It is understood that there are many variables that can impact cost estimates; the intent of this request for EOIs is not to define exact costs but to understand what the range of costs are expected to be based on these variables. Responses should be in PDF format and be no longer than two standard pages. Responses can be sent to greeningbusiness@econext.ca.

Request for EOIs: Provision of Waste Audit Services

econext is requesting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from qualified firms based in Newfoundland and Labrador with the ability to provide waste audit services to small and medium sized businesses in the province.

econext is supporting its members by facilitating access to services that help businesses quantify their environmental impacts. Armed with the results of these assessments, businesses in the province will be better positioned to fight climate change and improve their bottom lines.

The purpose of this request for EOIs is for econext to gain an understanding what waste audit services are available locally so that it can encourage businesses across the province to avail of them.

Responses should include the following information:

  • Summary of services able to be provided;
  • Demonstrated experience in providing the services;
  • Standards or methodologies that are used or adhered to in the provision of services;
  • Cost structure/estimates for the provision of services. Estimates can be tiered based on expected variables from business to business (i.e., business size, number of business assets/locations, business type, complexity of task, etc.);
  • Any geographical restrictions to for the provision of services (i.e., available anywhere in the province versus only in specific areas); and
  • Any other information believed to be relevant by the respondent.

EOI responses being accepted until June 28, 2024. It is understood that there are many variables that can impact cost estimates; the intent of this request for EOIs is not to define exact costs but to understand what the range of costs are expected to be based on these variables. Responses should be in PDF format and be no longer than two standard pages. Responses can be sent to greeningbusiness@econext.ca.

Request for EOIs: Provision of Greenhouse Gas Quantification Services

econext is requesting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from qualified firms based in Newfoundland and Labrador with the ability to provide greenhouse gas (GHG) quantification services to small and medium sized businesses in the province.

econext is supporting its members by facilitating access to services that help businesses quantify their environmental impacts. Armed with the results of these assessments, businesses in the province will be better positioned to fight climate change and improve their bottom lines.

The purpose of this request for EOIs is for econext to gain an understanding what GHG quantification services are available locally so that it can encourage businesses across the province to avail of them.

Responses should include the following information:

  • Summary of services able to be provided;
  • Demonstrated experience in providing the services;
  • Standards or methodologies that are used or adhered to in the provision of services;
  • Cost structure/estimates for the provision of services. Estimates can be tiered based on expected variables from business to business (i.e., business size, number of business assets/locations, business type, complexity of task, etc.);
  • Any geographical restrictions to for the provision of services (i.e., available anywhere in the province versus only in specific areas); and
  • Any other information believed to be relevant by the respondent.

EOI responses being accepted until June 28, 2024. It is understood that there are many variables that can impact cost estimates; the intent of this request for EOIs is not to define exact costs but to understand what the range of costs are expected to be based on these variables. Responses should be in PDF format and be no longer than two standard pages. Responses can be sent to greeningbusiness@econext.ca.

econext 2024 Conference


econext‘s Annual Conference is Newfoundland and Labrador’s premier green economy event, attracting leaders in business, government, academia, and the community.

Join us on October 30, 2024 in St. John’s, NL to hear about the latest developments in the province from decision makers and thought leaders relating to clean energy, green innovation, ongoing environmental challenges, and the pursuit of net zero.

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Conference Agenda

Click here to download the conference agenda as a PDF.

Keynote Address

Welcoming Remarks

Canada’s Emerging Hydrogen Industry





Social License and Clean Energy Projects





Cleantech Innovation in Canada




Energy Storage, Biomass, and the Grid





Registration

Date:
Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Time:
8:00 AM (Registration) – 4:20 PM
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Location:
Delta St. John’s, 120 New Gower Street

Tickets:
econext Members: $249 + HST
non-Members: $349 +HST
online-only: $149 +HST

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Online processing fees from Eventbrite will be added to your total.
Your ticket will include a continental breakfast and buffet-style lunch.
Online-only registrants will receive a Zoom link to participate in the conference live.
Information on tickets being made available to students will be released closer to the conference date.

Pre-Conference Social

Join us for econext’s 2024 Pre-Conference Social, in partnership with KBRS!

This in-person event will take place on Tuesday October 29th, 2024 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Sláinte Whiskey and Wine, located at 115 Duckworth Street in St. John’s.

Connect with fellow professionals in the industry and enjoy a fun-filled evening of networking, drinks, and snacks. This is a great opportunity to mingle with fellow Conference attendees, expand your professional network, and catch up with the econext team.

Admission to this event is included with a registration to the 2024 econext Conference. We kindly ask that Conference attendees register as well – it only takes a minute!

Be sure to RSVP by 2:00 PM on Tuesday October 22nd. If you have any questions regarding the social, please contact Colin Heffernan via e-mail at heffernan@econext.ca, or by phone at (709) 979-0423.

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Register now and secure your spot.

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Post-Conference Social

Join us for the North Atlantic Green Energy Hub Networking Reception, following the econext 2024 conference. Enjoy drinks and canapés, while connecting with like-minded professionals to share ideas and explore potential partnerships. You’ll also get the chance to learn more about North Atlantic’s new Green Energy Hub. We look forward to seeing you there!

Admission to this event is included with a registration to the 2024 econext Conference. Upon conference registration you will receive a link to confirm your attendance to the North Atlantic Green Energy Hub Networking Reception.

Partnership

Are you interested in partnering with us on our conference? Click here for details and contact Colin Heffernan at heffernan@econext.ca with your interest.

ONLINE COURSE – Time and Meeting Mastery for Green Professionals

Do you strain to make the most of your time in your profession? Does it feel daunting to handle the number of tasks and meetings in your schedule?

Our Time and Meeting Mastery course for Green Professionals is here to help!

Instructed by Director of Workforce Development, Ogaga Johnson, econext is bringing you this key professional development opportunity to gain practical skills to improve your time management, enhance your meetings, and make a bigger impact on your organization.

This interactive online course will provide the knowledge and resources that allow participants to:

  • Master the 4-Step Process for Effective Time Management: Learn practical strategies to prioritize tasks, organize your schedule, and beat procrastination.
  • Use technology to Save Time: Explore cutting-edge tools and technologies (including AI) that automate repetitive tasks, streamline workflows, and free up valuable time for strategic initiatives.
  • Stay Motivated and Boost Productivity: Discover actionable tips to stay focused, maintain momentum, and achieve your goals—even on days when motivation is low.
  • Unlock Meeting Management Techniques: Acquire proven methods to plan, execute, and follow up on meetings efficiently. From setting agendas to fostering engagement, you’ll learn how to make every meeting count.

Don’t let busy schedules hold you back. Take charge of your time and career success. Enroll in our course today to work smarter!

When: Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Where: Online via Zoom

Cost: $75 – members
$125 – non-members

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For more information on this professional development opportunity, please contact Ogaga – ogaga@econext.ca