SLEX Sustainable Business Forum

This free NISBN Business Forum will answer your questions, provide information on the practical, hands-on and importantly local assistance available as your business embarks on the sustainability challenge.
 

The knowledgeable and highly relevant speakers are guaranteed to improve your awareness and knowledge of sustainable business practices and opportunities in our region.
 

Learn how to save money with details of current grants, subsidies, cost saving and offsetting options also explored. The Q&A Session and trade show area will provide the ideal opportunity to gather valuable information appropriate to your individual business needs.
 

This event is proudly presented by the Northern Inland Sustainable Business Network (NISBN) in partnership with the following supporters: Industry & Investment NSW, Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water, AusIndustry, Country Energy, Regenesis and TAFE NSW - New England Institute.
 

MC – Adam Blakester
 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER 1.05pm – 2.00pm
Mr John Brodie, Sustainability Expert (sponsored by Industry & Investment NSW)

“Sustainability – The Triple Bottom Line”
 

Trying to sell sustainability on an environmental basis alone is difficult, despite the evidence of climate change. Many believe sustainability will cost a lot of money to implement and provide a poor ROI, but this is not necessarily the case. Embracing sustainability encourages smart business to improve financial, social and environmental outcomes, providing the Triple Bottom Line Solution. John will explain how business can ensure this solution is covered in all future techniques and processes.
 

NISBN is a not-for-profit organisation aimed at improving the sustainability of business in the Northern Inland region. As a one-stop-shop for business environmental resources, NISBN will help you make sense of the information, support and funding options available. An overview of the Network will be provided including current and planned project activities, membership benefits and opportunities for involvement.
 

Industry & Investment NSW has been established to assist in building a diversified state economy that creates jobs. Discover the range of assistance and programs available to regional businesses like yours.
 

An overview of the funding and other support available from DECCW to assist organisations of all sizes to add business value from being more sustainable. This includes support through Sustainability Advantage and the Energy Efficiency for Small Business Programs.
 

Find out more information on the $240 million Clean Business Australia suite of programs. The three programs: Climate Ready; Re-Tooling for Climate Change and Green Building Fund provide financial assistance to companies investing in their sustainable future.
 

TAFE provides environmental training for a ‘greener’ world – discover programs that will help you, your business, the community and our planet.
 

The Regenesis Project involves native trees being planted to capture and store carbon, reducing the effects of climate change and improving biodiversity, salinity and water quality outcomes. Learn how businesses, community organisations and individuals can benefit from offsetting emissions and local carbon trading projects.
 

Country Energy will present information on how their specialist energy and water management team, energy answers, can assist both small and large business customers to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency.
 

Local Sustainability Case Studies
A snapshot of how two local businesses have successfully implemented sustainability strategies.
 

Q&A SESSION 2.45pm – 3.00pm