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Regional Climate Workshop – Grand Falls-Windsor

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Are you concerned about the impact climate change will have on your community and region? Do you have some ideas for adaptation strategies?

The Harris Centre, in partnership with econext and CLIMAtlantic, are hosting a series of regional workshops in Spring 2023 to discuss the impacts and opportunities associated with climate change in Newfoundland and Labrador.

The focus of these sessions will be to discuss the effects of climate change at a regional level, to explore regional options for climate adaptation, and identify potential regional development opportunities related to climate action. These sessions will build on and utilize information gathered during the Harris Centre’s Forecast NL initiative along with resources available through CLIMAtlantic.

The intent of these workshops is to:

  • Engage community members and stakeholders from different NL regions and sectors in a mutually beneficial exchange of information around climate change adaptation priorities, approaches, resources and outstanding questions.
  • Produce summaries of regional discussions that can be used by local and provincial organizations to inform their planning and provision of technical assistance resources toward the issues of highest interest, priority and need.
  • Provide opportunities for workshop participants to collectively identify adaptation strategies and actions they could pursue together in their region.
  • Highlight opportunities for the collection and dissemination of additional information – either already existing or developed through new research – focused on key questions and topics identified by community members and stakeholders.

Date: April 27, 2023
Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: Grand Falls – Windsor, NL
Venue: Corduroy Brook Nature Centre, 2 Conservation Place

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Request for Expressions of Interest – Project Management Services

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econext is seeking expressions of interest from experienced project managers and/or consultants to assist in the implementation of special projects.

Download Request for EOIs

Interested in opportunities in Ireland? Attend key conference and visit the Shannon Foynes Port

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Ocean Technology Sector Pan Atlantic Partners
Request for Expressions of Interest

Delegation to attend IEEE MTS OCEANS CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION OCEANS23 Limerick and SHANNON FOYNES PORT visit

June 5-8, 2023 | Limerick, Ireland

OceansAdvance and its partners are inviting Expressions of Interest from Atlantic Canadian companies interested in exhibiting at the IEEE MTS Global OCEANS23 Limerick as well as visiting the Shannon Foynes Port. More information on the conference can be found at https://limerick23.oceansconference.org/.

Shannon Foynes Port company has future plans for growth. In particular, a recent strategic review has set out three main themes or drivers for future growth and expansion at the port.

  • Delivering floating offshore wind at scale
  • Green industrial development and transition – facilitating alternative fuels production
  • Expanded, diversified and more sustainable logistics services

The port is extremely well positioned to capture market opportunities in each of these areas and we feel this would be of interest to some econext Members.

Given the geographical location of the port, we are sure there are plenty of future opportunities to collaborate with Canada.

We currently have exhibit space at the OCEANS Conference in the Canadian Pavillion and can offer you support if you wish to exhibit.

If you would like more information, please feel free to reach out to Cathy Hogan – cathy.hogan@oceansadvance.net by Friday, April 21.

2023 Annual General Meeting and Industry Awards Presentations

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From March 30 – April 7, 2023 econext will hold its Annual General Meeting. The event is hybrid as to allow for maximum participation from members across the province.

In-Person Event

This event will feature:

  • Remarks from the Hon. Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
  • The presentation of the econext Industry Awards
  • The 2022-23 Annual Report
  • The Year Ahead: 2023-24 Preview
  • Membership Questions & Answers

Date: March 30, 2023
Time: 8:30am – 10:30am
Location: Comfort Hotel and Conference Centre, 106 Airport Road, St. John’s, NL

An event agenda can be downloaded below. This is a member-only event. Representatives from each econext member will be provided with registration information directly via email. If you do not receive your registration package, please contact econext CEO Kieran Hanley at kieran@econext.ca.

Download Event Agenda

Online Voting

Members will be provided a personalized access code (distributed on April 3) which will be used for the casting of votes through to 17h00 NST on April 7, 2023. An online forum will be provided for members to ask questions and receive answers.

Resources

If you have any questions, please contact CEO Kieran Hanley at kieran@econext.ca.

Industry Collab Networking Event

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The only thing better than one network is five!

Join us for a combined event bringing together the diverse and expansive networks of some of the largest industry associations in our province.

On Tuesday, March 28th the St. John’s Board of Trade, Energy NL, econext, techNL and NLOWE are bringing our members together so we can do what we do best; connect and collaborate!

Live music – Appetizers – Refreshments

We look forward to seeing you.

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Offshore Wind Market Entry Program – March 2023

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Are you a Canadian company interested in learning more about selling to the U.S. offshore wind market?

The Trade Commissioner Service in Boston is organizing a pilot program to assist Canadian clients as they explore market entry strategies into the U.S. offshore wind industry.

Introductory Webinar: Open to all Canadian clients

March 14th
Time: 12:00-2:00 ET

On March 14th, the Trade Commissioner Service in Boston will host a webinar featuring the Xodus Group. The Xodus group is a global energy consultancy that has worked with both developers and states in the U.S. as they seek to expand their offshore wind supply chains. The webinar will include an overview of the US offshore wind market, information on the current project pipeline and a discussion of potential entry pathways, key decision points and approaches to articulating your companies value proposition for offshore wind clients.

Individual one-one-one session (6 selected clients)

*Sessions will be schedule individually between March 16 and March 31st*

Following this webinar, the Trade Commissioner Service will select 6 clients to participate in one-on-one sessions with Xodus. The benefits will include:

2-hour deep dive into the company’s specific value-add areas for the offshore wind industry including

  • Recommendations of customizing approaches by service/product area
  • Suggestions on incorporating the company’s existing expertise into the new strategy
  • Considerations for geography, scaling, workforce development, and more
  • A final write-up summarizing recommendations

Follow-up introductions to 3 local contacts (developers, partners, state agencies, etc.)

Program Eligibility:

  • Companies that have a product/service for the offshore wind market with a high potential for growth
  • Companies that are interested in refining their strategy and marketing for the U.S. offshore Wind market.
  • Companies that are interested in connecting with U.S. developers, partners, regulators, etc.

Click Here to Apply
DEADLINE: Completed applications must be received by March 16th 2023

For more information, please contact Erin Donahue, Trade Commissioner, Consulate of Canada in Boston, at erin.donahue@international.gc.ca.

Atlantic Canada Caribbean Spring Trade Mission | May 15-19, 2023

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LAST CHANCE: 3 SPACES REMAINING!

econext, in partnership with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and the Department of Industry, Energy, and Technology (IET), is continuing its work assisting firms from Atlantic Canada in the investigation and pursuit of international business opportunities in the Caribbean region, with particular focus on the Green and Blue Economies.

Registration will be closing March 24, 2023 for the Spring mission to the Caribbean region with an intent to focus travel primarily around the business week of May 15-19, 2023.

Each delegate firm/organization may select to receive support services in up to two markets.

What's Included

Participants in this trade mission will receive:

  • Matchmaking and Mission Support provided by Amber Mackereth Consulting
  • Hotel Block/Group Rate*
  • Airport Transfers In-Market
  • Networking Reception(s)*
  • Ground Transportation to Off-Site Meetings
  • In-market Debriefs/Troubleshooting Sessions*
  • Mission Follow-Up Services/After-Care
  • Travel Stipend: Delegates are responsible for their own travel costs. However, a travel subsidy from IET may be available for eligible NL participants.

*in anchor markets/markets with sufficient delegate presence

Interested in participating in the mission to do your own follow-up meetings? Consider registration as an Associate Delegate!

Contact abbie@econext.ca to register as an Associate Delegate

Eligibility

To register for the Spring mission, companies must meet the following criteria:

  • Clear financial standing with econext and its funding partners ACOA and IET
  • Completion of registration form and mission profile
  • Confirmed payment of registration fee – $600.00 + HST for Full Delegate | $200.00 + HST for Associate Delegate
  • Demonstrated export readiness/market research
  • Confirmation of flight itinerary by April 6, 2023.

It is highly recommended that firms considering this trade mission have completed preliminary market analysis/research.

FAQ

FAQ

What are the target markets for this mission?

Our missions are customizable! We believe that each delegate should select markets that make sense based on your own objectives and market research instead. Receptions, briefing sessions, etc. will take place in “anchor markets”, or markets seeing significant delegate presence.

What happens if public health guidance changes regarding non-essential travel?

Should econext decide that travel to the region is no longer advisable prior to the creation of mission meeting programs, the mission may be postponed.

If travel restrictions change after matchmaking has begun, the mission may pivot to a virtual format. It takes considerable time and effort to create and confirm tailored meeting programs, and delegates will be expected to devote similar attention and effort to the execution of a virtual program if need be.

Registration

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Registration deadline for this mission is March 24, 2023, however early registration is encouraged!

*Please note that there are a limited number of spaces available for this opportunity and that meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee registration.*



If you have any questions about the econext Spring Mission, Please Contact Abbie at abbie@econext.ca.

Offshore Wind Supply Chains – A Canada/Norway Webinar

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Norwegian Offshore Wind is aiming to be the strongest supply chain for floating offshore wind worldwide. Atlantic Canada is home to a strong cluster of firms with environmental sensing, characterization, and monitoring SMEs and research institutions which have applicability in the offshore wind sector.

Join this webinar to understand supply chain strengths in both countries, to learn of the work of Norwegian Offshore Wind, and to get the latest news on advancements towards offshore wind in Canada.

Date: March 6, 2023
Time: 10:30am NST

Register Now!

In Partnership With:
econext, Norwegian Offshore Wind, Marine Renewables Canada

This project is made possible through the support of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

Webinar – CCUS in Offshore Newfoundland and Labrador – A Net Zero Project White Paper

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The Net Zero Project was formed by Energy NL, econext and OilCo in early 2022 with a primary objective to ensure the long-term sustainable future of the Newfoundland and Labrador’s offshore oil and gas industry by embracing and analyzing lower-emission pathways in line with broader provincial and national objectives of achieving net zero by 2050.

Building on the success of the Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Workshop in September 2022, the Net Zero Project is focusing on related action items and facilitating collaboration with various stakeholders in CCUS technology. Economic modeling, policy investigation, research into storage potential and technical feasibility analysis will help drive priorities in this regard. This area presents an opportunity for the development of, and investment attraction for, a major innovation project.

Date: February 15, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (NST)
Location: Online

This webinar will focus on those priorities as it introduces the White Paper Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Offshore Newfoundland and Labrador. Our Net Zero Project team will present key points within the paper and will take questions from the attendees following the online presentation. Following the webinar, the White Paper will be distributed to industry and interested stakeholders to encourage knowledge growth, industry awareness and to keep the momentum moving forward on this pathway to net zero.

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Cleantech Firm-Level International Business Development Supports

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econext is providing a limited number of opportunities for SMEs in Atlantic Canada to access customized firm-level international business development supports.

Eligible firms are those that (1) provide products and/or services that help understand or mitigate impacts to the environment, (2) are involved in activities related to the ocean or oceans-based industries, and (3) have international business development interests in Europe.

Selected SMEs will work with a pre-qualified consultant with an objective to provide advice that will help them define and advance international business development priorities.

This support provided by the consultant will involve:

  • Gaining an understanding of the firm’s current state of international business development activities.
  • Assisting the firm in prioritizing its international business development opportunities as they may relate to direct export, supply chain penetration, co-innovation, or partnerships
  • Outlining next steps for the firm in pursuit of its international business development priorities, including the identification of relevant programming and partners to assist in advancement. This will include specific recommendations on next steps that could include:
    • Defining detailed market and opportunity requirements
    • Outlining priorities for a future personalized strategic market entry workplan
    • Defining what marketing and regulatory compliance assistance is required
    • Specifying future international business development needs, e.g., connections to key decision makers, support from in-market professionals
  • Mapping for the SME relevant programs and services available to help them advance their international business development activities.

Businesses will receive $4,000 in consulting services. The cost for businesses to participate is $400.

Eligible SMEs can contact Abbie Hodder, econext’s COO and Manager of International Business via email at abbie@econext.ca to indicate their interest.

The deadline for applications is 12pm NST on February 16, 2023.