Edinburgh Sustainable Innovation Conference (ESIC) 2017
Neil Kermode, EMEC Managing Director, will be speaking on the pioneering advancements taking place in marine energy and the potential this new renewable energy resource offers the world at the Edinburgh Sustainable Innovation Conference (ESIC). Hosted by The Buchanan Institute, ESIC will be held on Monday 20th February 2017 at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh.
As the world’s leading marine energy test facility, EMEC has hosted 17 companies with 27 wave and tidal prototypes – more than anywhere else in the world. Some of EMEC’s alumni are now deploying the first arrays of these technologies in Scotland, France and Canada bringing marine energy even closer to becoming a commercial reality. Hot on their heels, many new technologies are making their way to test at EMEC during 2017/18 with the help of some innovative projects aimed at improving survivability and reliability in this burgeoning sector.
The Buchanan Institute presents ESIC 2017
Have we forgotten about sustainability?
Surely the answer is “no, we have not”. Stories of climate change, pollution and fierce stances of environmental protection fill our email accounts, newsfeeds and discussions. Yet, at times, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and somewhat powerless in the current political and social climate. We forget how the repetitive reminders of sustainability crop up in our everyday lives; as we pile our plastic into recycling or pull on our cycling shorts instead of seat belts. These actions, amongst everything else, seem stagnant in a time where radical change and dedication towards socially and environmentally responsible practice is a must.
The Buchanan Institute see it as essential to be part of a sustainability movement that encourages innovative ideas and inspires participation. Therefore, we are excited to be welcoming all sustainability experts, enthusiasts and novices to our event: the Edinburgh Sustainable Innovation Conference (ESIC) on Monday 20th February 2016. Taking place at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh, the conference will cover themes such as community energy, circular economy, district heating, consumer choice and the creation of accessible and collaborative policy.
We aim to redraft our misplaced and stagnated ideas of sustainability by showcasing innovative practice from Scotland and beyond. By changing the rhetoric, we aim to stimulate and build upon ideas and practices through collaboration between public, private and educational sectors. A day centered around inspiring lectures and workshops, led by industry professionals and social groups, will turn discussion into performance that we can all play a part in. ESIC is the platform where connections and cross sector engagement will bring sustainability to the forefront of our lives, in policy and practice, to enact real change.
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To get involved or exhibit please contact Ewan Tennant at: bigthink@buchananinst.org
