Feature Topic of the Month: Getting to Net Zero – A Standardized Approach to Carbon Neutral Commercial Buildings

The ISO 14064 series of GHG quantification, reporting and verification standards are internationally recognized tools assisting organizations in their quest to become carbon neutral. Substantiating and communicating carbon neutral claims and avoiding “greenwashing” accusations can, however, be challenging. Businesses are seeking clear guidance and best practices in this area. CSA Group has responded to this challenge by launching a new standards-based program that provides an independent and transparent process for organizations, building owners and tenants to declare their carbon advantage.

Join us for this webinar and learn about:

• The carbon neutral concept
• Creating an alignment between landlords and occupiers to reduce energy consumption
• Carbon neutral for building operations and the linkage to sustainable building standards
• How are carbon neutral programs different to building rating systems (i.e. LEED, BOMA BeST)?
• Benefits to both landlords and occupiers
• Understanding “who pays vs. who benefits”
• Recognizing and communicating carbon neutral claims
  • The new CSA Registered Carbon NeutralTM Program and Label
• Steps to net zero GHG emissions

Speakers from CSA Group and Cushman & Wakefield will discuss how standards-based solutions can help businesses achieve their sustainability goals, increase energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.

For more information on this webinar, please contact Alexandra Papaiconomou at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at 416-661-6600, extension 5569.

Webinar Details:
Date: Thursday, May 17th, 2012
Time: 1 – 2 p.m. EDT
Registration: Free, but registration is required (click on 'Register' below)

These monthly webinar sessions bring manufacturers of the latest green building technologies to the comfort of your office and offer an opportunity to learn about the latest in building technologies, while providing a format to ask questions and discover the right solutions for your operations.

They take place on the third Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. and are brought to you by Better Buildings Partnerships, Durham Sustain Ability, Canada Green Building Council – Greater Toronto Chapter, Greening Greater Toronto, and the and Partners in Project Green.