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SUMMARY:Women's EV Night
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate International Women’s Day at the eMERGE Women’s EV Night \nFor women by women. \nWhen it comes to buying an electric vehicle (EV)\, it still appears to be a man’s world. In fact\, up to 70% of EVs are purchased by men\, despite typical car ownership falling along typical gender lines.  \nWe know that more women tend to be early ‘environmental adopters’ than men. That doesn’t appear to be the case when it comes to EVs .  \nIn this webinar\, all of our experts are women. \nOver 8\,000 new vehicles are sold in Guelph every year\, but very few are electric. Every EV that’s purchased (instead of a gas or diesel vehicle) reduces greenhouse gas emissions by over 4 tonnes per year. That’s massive. \nThis webinar is designed to help ‘normalize’ the idea of new and used EV ownership for women. This will be informative\, casual and fun without getting too far down in the weeds. \nWe’re bringing together one of the country’s leading experts on EVs: Cara Clairman\, Chief Executive Officer from Plug’nDrive. She’ll be joined by local EV owners Mary Cameron and Beverley Fretz\, our eMERGE EV Ambassadors. They have made significant contributions in their careers\, their impacts on the environment and their families.  \nBy the end of this webinar\, we want women to feel more comfortable in taking EV ownership seriously. Consider it an icebreaker. \n_______________ \nIn celebration of International Women’s Day\, all local registrants will receive a chance to win a water heater blanket. Raffle Draw closes March 8\, 2022 at 6:00 PM. Registrants will have their names entered into a draw to win a water heater blanket for their home.  Note: winner must be able to pick up the water heater blanket in Guelph \n____________________________ \nJoin us for the \neMERGE Women’s EV night: \n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nTuesday\, March 8\, 2022 \nWith our presenters: \n\nCara Clairman Chief Executive Officer\, Plug’n Drive\nMary Cameron\, eMERGE EV Ambassador\nBeverley Fretz \, eMERGE EV Ambassaror\n\n_______________ \nAbout our presenters: \n \nCara Clairman \, CEO of Plug’n Drive \nCARA CLAIRMAN is President and CEO of Plug’n Drive\, a non-profit that is accelerating the deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) to maximize their environmental and economic benefits. \nCara has taken Plug’n Drive from an idea to a thriving non-profit\, recognized as a leader in the EV space. In 2018 Plug’n Drive’s Electric Vehicle Discovery Centre was selected as Canada’s 2019 Top Project by the Clean 50 Community. \nCara has more than 20 years of experience working in the environmental and sustainability fields\, including 12 years working at Ontario Power Generation\, initially as OPG’s environmental lawyer and later in the role Vice President of Sustainable Development. Prior to joining OPG\, Cara spent five years practicing environmental law with the Torys law firm. \nShe holds a Bachelor of Laws from Osgoode Hall and a Masters in Environmental Studies from York University\, as well as an Honours Bachelor of Science degree from Queen’s University. \nCara is the 2017 recipient of the Women in Renewable Energy’s ‘Woman of the Year’ award. She is currently driving the 100% electric Tesla Model 3. \n_____________________________________\neMERGE EV Ambassadors: \n – Mary Cameron\, eMERGE EV Ambassador\, Chevy Bolt (used) \n \nMary has been helping us through the pandemic as an ER doctor and vaccinator in the ICU at Guelph General Hospital. At the same time she’s raising 4 kids and says “I used to be the one to teach them everything\, but more and more the roles have reversed and my kids teach me so much.” \nWhen it comes to the environment\, she’s been eating more of a plant based diet with dairy and meat only as an occasional treat\, and has planted about 100 trees (provided by Trees for Guelph) in her yard over the past several years. She is also in the midst of renovating their house to be heated with an electric air source heat pump. Her husband also decided to buy a used EV after seeing the benefits of Mary’s car.  \nHer household includes a cat\, a dog\, 5 backyard chickens and tens of thousands of honeybees (but the bees stay outside). \n_________________ \nBeverley Fretz\, eMERGE EV Ambassador – Nissan Leaf (used) \n \nBeverley has spent her career working in education and training and is now at the University of Guelph as a Manager of Program Development for OpenEd Continuing Education. \nThe Volkswagen ‘dieselgate’ scandal provided her with the perfect opportunity to trade in her VW diesel for a used (2014) EV Leaf. While she regrets not getting an EV with more range\, the more humble Leaf does the trick for local ‘out and abouts’. And she can even fit her family of five – and the dog – in the car. \nWhile hoping the future will include another used EV vehicle with more range\, Beverley can’t imagine ever driving a gas vehicle again. She recommends EV driving for anyone who wants to reduce their environmental impact\, save money\, access the best parking spots (EV charging stations)\, and drive a vehicle that heats instantly (a winter bonus!).  \n_____________________________________ \n \nAleena Singh\, Moderator \nAs a UX/UI Designer\, she works with small businesses helping them leverage technology to thrive during the pandemic and afterwards. Aleena joined eMERGE Board of Directors last January 2021 and since then she is an active member with an outstanding contribution to our organization . \nIn her spare time she’s passionate about nature\, gardening and considers herself a “serial hobbyist” (apparently that has nothing to do with Cheerios). She has just completed her first embroidery project\, crocheted a blanket\, knitted a sweater that’s taken more than 3 years and is now learning how to restore furniture! \nNature and gardening have a special place in her heart. She’s in the process of hiking the Bruce Trail\, tried cross-country skiing this winter and planning to grow fruit\, flowers and vegetable garden on her small balcony this summer. \nShe’s excited about being on the board because she “loves the impact eMERGE has within the Guelph community. It’s constantly working to help Guelphites learn about how to take action towards 100% renewable energy! I’m passionate about supporting local\, engaging our youth in environmental stewardship\, diversity and inclusion\, and social justice.” \n______________________ \nWhy is eMERGE pushing EVs? \nThere are many ways to fight climate change. \nBut when it comes to transportation planning our approach at eMERGE is quite clear. Society has to take an approach that prioritizes 1) walking and then 2) cycling followed by 3) electrified public transit and finally 4) electrified personal transportation (cars). \n \nICE vehicles have no place in this century. The quicker we can take them off the road the better. Implementing transportation plans takes time and needs to be done properly. While the planning is ongoing\, we need to accelerate the switch to EVs. \nOver 8\,000 new cars are sold in Guelph every year. Getting these car buyers to make the change to an EV gives us results now. Each purchase means that we cut four tonnes of climate change pollution per year. This approach buys us some time to keep pushing the envelope on transportation planning at the same time.
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/womens-ev-night-2-2/
LOCATION:Online\, eMERGE  \, ON\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting
DESCRIPTION:From summer rain barrels to 4 season systems \nImagine using rain from your rooftop to water your garden\, wash your clothes and even flush your toilets. \nLearn how you can buy a rain barrel from the City of Guelph and access rebates up to $2\,000 for whole home rain water harvesting systems. This can be your first step to register your home for the Blue Built Home program.  \nWhile people usually start with rain barrels for outdoor use\, some realize the opportunity is much greater than just a couple of 200 litre containers. What if we stored 1\,000 – 2\,000 litres or much more\, to use year round inside and outside our homes.  \nThe process may seem daunting at first. But\, the reduction in your monthly water consumption and benefits to the environment can be well worth it. \nJoin us as we explore the options from seasonal rain barrels to year round rainwater harvesting systems: \nRainwater Harvesting  \nThursday \, March 24\, 2022 \n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \n \nOur Rain Water Experts include: \n\nStephanie Shouldice\, City of Guelph \,   Blue Built Homes\nEvan Bell\, WaterFarmers Urban Agriculture\nLarry Pomerantz\, RainBarrel.ca\nBen Morrison\, Clean Flo\n\nThe sponsors of this event:
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/rainwater-harvesting-2/
LOCATION:Online\, eMERGE  \, ON\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Electric Car Test Drives
DESCRIPTION:Gas prices got you down?  \nOf course\, we’d prefer that you take active transportation or public transit. But if you’re still looking for an excellent alternative\, how about an electric vehicle (EV)? \neMERGE Guelph is hosting EV test drives and EV101 classes (registration required) that make you eligible for up to $2\,000 used EV rebates and $5\,000 in new EV rebates. All this for free with our friends from PlugnDrive and Alectra/Guelph Hydro \nTest drive one of three EVs on site and attend an EV 101 seminar. This one hour short course looks at everything you need to know to buy an EV\, new or used. Taking part in both a test drive and EV 101 class will also make you eligible for up to a $2\,000 in used EV rebates from PlugnDrive. \nTo register your spot for the EV101 Seminar and test drive click on the links below. \neMERGE EV 101 \nRegister for 11:00am – noon \nRegister for 1:00pm – 2:00pm \nRegister for 3:00pm – 4:00pm \n  \nElectric Car Test Drives (registration only on site) \n10:00am – 5:00pm  \nSunday\, June 5th\, 2022 \n42 Carden St Guelph.  \n  \nUp to 8\,000 new vehicles are sold in Guelph each year\, while very few are electric. Every EV that’s purchased (instead of a gas or diesel vehicle) reduces greenhouse gas emissions by over 3 tonnes per year. That’s massive. \nAll of this will help you understand:\n\nThe financial and environmental benefits of Electric Vehicles (EVs)\nKey considerations when purchasing an EV\nUnderstanding EV charging public and private\nLessons learned through case study examination\nHow Plug’n Drive’s Used EV and Scrappage Program works\n\nThere are two different EV rebates available: \n\nUp to $2\,000 Used EV Rebate from Plugn’Drive        \nUp to $5\,000 New EV Rebate from the federal government \n\n  \nCome downtown and check out different EV models\, chat with EV owners. Bring your questions about buying\, driving\, and owning an electric car.   \nCheck out this blog: Guelph buying gas- guzzlers at alarming rate \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“WHY IS eMERGE PUSHING FOR EVs?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n \n  \nThere are many ways to fight climate change. \nBut when it comes to transportation planning our approach at eMERGE is quite clear. Society has to take an approach that prioritizes 1) walking and then 2) cycling followed by 3) electrified public transit and finally 4) electrified personal transportation (cars). \n————————————————- \neMERGE EV Curious Event: \n          June 5th 2022 10am – 5pm \n          Free Test Drives: June 5th- 10 am to 5pm \n          EV 101 Sessions June 5th 11am\, 1pm\, 3pm \n———— \nContact: \n Evan Ferrari\, Executive Director \n519-763-2652 \nevan@emergeguelph.ca \n42 Carden St Guelph  \n  \n—————– \nBackground \n  \nAbout Plug ‘N’ Drive \nPlug’n Drive is a non-profit organization committed to accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles to maximize their environmental and economic benefits. \n———————– \nThis event is sponsored by
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/electric-car-test-drives/
LOCATION:10C\, 42 Carden Street\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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SUMMARY:2022 eMERGE Ecomarket
DESCRIPTION: \nWe’re back and celebrating our lucky13th anniversary! \nThe eMERGE EcoMarket will be attracting up to 5\,000 people to Downtown Guelph’s Old Quebec Street Shoppes (map)\, welcoming families and residents looking to discover their path to environmental living!  \nThis is an excellent opportunity for your organization to promote your environmental work. It will connect you with an audience primed for sustainable options that are looking to reduce their impact on the environment and fight climate change. \n————— \nFriday Oct 28 \n – eMERGE EcoMarket – 4:00pm – 7:30 pm \nSaturday Oct 29 \n – eMERGE EcoMarket -10:00am – 3:00 pm  \nhttp://ecomarketguelph.com/ \n—————– \nQuestions? Please don’t hesitate to contact Rasha Abusitta\, Event Coordinator\, at 519.763.2652 or by email at rasha@emergeguelph.ca \n—————————————————————————————- \nAbout eMERGE \neMERGE Guelph Sustainability fights climate change to build a healthier society. It does this by helping people reduce energy and water use. \nPromoting smart behavior\, policy and improved efficiency helps Guelph build a road map to achieve 100% renewable energy long before 2050. This has the added benefit of a healthier community and a more resilient local economy. \n—————————————————————————————- \nOur sponsors: \n\n\n 	The City of Guelph – Water\n 	Old Quebec Street Shoppes\n 	Downtown Guelph
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/2022-ecomarket/
ORGANIZER;CN="eMERGE Guelph":MAILTO:Rasha@emergeguelph.ca
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SUMMARY:Women's EV Night
DESCRIPTION:10C Shared Space\, 42 Carden Street\, Guelph \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCelebrate International Women’s Week at the eMERGE Women’s EV Night! \n\n\n\nFor women by women. \n\n\n\nWhen it comes to buying an EV (electric vehicle)\, it still appears to be a man’s world. Up to 70% of EVs were purchased by men\, despite typical car ownership falling evenly along gender lines. \n\n\n\nWe know that more women tend to be early “environmental adopters” than men. That doesn’t appear to be the case when it comes to EVs. We want to change that trend. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Women’s EV Night will be informative\, informal\, and fun with lots of discussion. Our eMERGE EV Ambassadors – local women who own an EV – will be sharing their experiences and expertise\, and answering any questions you have about owning and operating an EV.  \n\n\n\nWe want to help “normalize”’ the idea of new and used EV ownership for women. Over 7\,000 new vehicles are sold in Guelph every year\, but very few are electric. Every EV that’s purchased (instead of a gas or diesel vehicle) reduces greenhouse gas emissions by over 3 tonnes per year. That’s massive! It means cleaner air for all of us to breathe\, and a healthier\, safer world as we become part of the solution.  \n\n\n\nBy the end of this event\, we want women to feel more comfortable with taking EV ownership seriously. Consider it an EV 101 class (without the assignments!) \n\n\n\nJoin us! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet some of our previous EV Ambassadors  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEV Ambassador Karen Maitland \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEV Ambassadors Mary Cameron \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEV Ambassador Beverley Fretz \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEV Ambassador Sya Van Geest \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEV Ambassador Karen Rathwell \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEV Ambassador Lisa Mactaggart \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEV Ambassador Julie Horrocks \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShirley Hunt eMERGE EV Program Coordinator
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/womens-ev-night-2/
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SUMMARY:Energy Coaching for Homeowners
DESCRIPTION:Ready to upgrade your home’s energy efficiency but puzzled by EnerGuide recommendations?With our Energy Coaching for Homeowners\, you can navigate your energy audit results and collaborate effectively with contractors. This interactive seminar is designed for homeowners who have completed their initial EnerGuide assessment.  \n\n\n\nIt will help you:  \n\n\n\n\ndecode your report.\n\n\n\nunderstand your options – including heat pumps and solar. \n\n\n\nand prioritize your energy retrofit projects.\n\n\n\n\nJoin eMERGE and take action toward a more sustainable household. \n\n\n\nDuring registration\, please share your top three questions or concerns about your energy projects. \n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 20 participants \n\n\n\n Register here: Energy Coaching for Homeowners
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/energy-coaching-for-homeowners/
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SUMMARY:Energy Coaching for Homeowners
DESCRIPTION:Ready to upgrade your home’s energy efficiency but puzzled by EnerGuide recommendations?With our Energy Coaching for Homeowners\, you can navigate your energy audit results and collaborate effectively with contractors. This interactive seminar is designed for homeowners who have completed their initial EnerGuide assessment. \n\n\n\nIt will help you:  \n\n\n\n\ndecode your report.\n\n\n\nunderstand your options – including heat pumps and solar. \n\n\n\nand prioritize your energy retrofit projects.\n\n\n\n\nJoin eMERGE and take action toward a more sustainable household. \n\n\n\nDuring registration\, please share your top three questions or concerns about your energy projects. \n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 20 participants \n\n\n\n Register here: Energy Coaching for Homeowners \n\n\n\nEnergy Coaching for Homeowners \n\n\n\n7:00 pm Wednesday June 19\, 2024 \n\n\n\n10C – 42 Carden Street\, Guelph
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/energy-coaching-for-homeowners-2/
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SUMMARY:Field Trip to a Net Zero Community!
DESCRIPTION:NetZero energy communities aren’t something of the future. They’re already here.  \n\n\n\nAnd there’s much more than just solar panels of rooftops \n\n\n\nJoin eMERGE as we explore West5\, a 70-acre NetZero energy community in London: “Ontario’s first neighbourhood powered by the sun.”  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWest5 takes a walkable\, mixed use – live\, work\, play – approach to net zero energy. This includes: residential living\, retail\, commercial and public spaces. \n\n\n\nJoin us as we carpool to London where Derek Satnik of S2E Technologies will guide us through the West5 development.  \n\n\n\nWest5 London Field Trip \n\n\n\nSaturday June 22\, 2024 \n\n\n\n9:00 am – Depart Guelph – 3:00 PM arrive back in Guelph \n\n\n\nItinerary: \n\n\n\n8:48am – Meet at Stone Road Mall near Beer Town Restaurant) \n\n\n\n9:00 am – SHARP – Depart for London \n\n\n\n10:45am – Arrive at WEST 5  \n\n\n\n1:30pm – Depart West5 for Guelph \n\n\n\n3:00 pm – Arrive back in Guelph \n\n\n\nTechnical Background:  \n\n\n\nHigh performance building design  \n\n\n\nWest5 Sustainability \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://emergeguelph.ca/event/field-trip-to-a-net-zero-community/
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