While more than 400 green certifications exist; a recent report suggests that only 2-3 have widespread consumer recognition. In this quickly burgeoning field, new and old certification methods abound. Workshop attendees will explore the basis for green certifications, types and varieties, benefits and limitations, as well as more advanced topics including strategic use and viable alternatives. Taught by experienced sustainability professionals, the course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and perspective necessary to make more informed decisions and chart an effective business strategy.

Presenters:

Laura Flanigan
Consultant, Five Winds International
Laura is particularly experienced with product label and product life cycle certifications. Her firm is also actively involved in the development of new eco label standard. Through her work as a Consultant at Five Winds International, Laura assists clients daily with frameworks related to developing strategies, management systems, product sustainability and product marketing, and sustainability reporting and key indicators, and has experience with the development of reverse logistics and remanufacturing strategies. Laura holds an MBA with a Manufacturing Concentration from the Ross School of Business and a MS in Sustainable Systems Analysis from the School of Natural Resources and Environment at the University of Michigan, through the Erb Institute for Global Sustainable Enterprise. Prior to joining Five Winds International, Laura served as Director and Co-founder of the Foresight Sustainable Business Alliance.

Peter Nicholson
Executive & Creative Director, Foresight Design Initiative
Broadly knowledgeable on sustainability issues, Peter leads a multifaceted career focused on the creative pursuit of greater social, environmental and economic sustainability. He consults on and undertakes innovative sustainable design projects for a diversity of clients, including government agencies, institutional nonprofits, and diverse businesses. Considered a highly adept discussion facilitator, he hosts Foresight’s monthly Green Drinks panel and is in regular demand as a guest speaker, moderator and educator. Peter is dedicated to the education of the next generation of sustainability-minded leaders and regularly mentors interns as well as teaches the organization’s Immersion Program.

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