NEWS and Media - of Carbon Project Solutions and our Clients
CPS to assess offset potential for innovative Canadian financial institution
December 1, 2011 - Vancouver, BC - Recognizing Carbon Project Solutions' unique role of "turning action into offset" in the Canadian carbon market, a notable financial institution has retained CPS to complete a feasibility assessment on an in-house, green banking project. CPS shall work with the financial institution to translate their opportunity into "carbon speak" and author the documents allowing assessment and pre-sale contracting by carbon buyers.
The project is exciting to those in the carbon space, as it would be a BC implementation of the Program of Activities aggregation approach, and apply a widely anticipated Green Building protocol. Project design documentation and Feasibility Study results are expected for February, 2012.
The project is exciting to those in the carbon space, as it would be a BC implementation of the Program of Activities aggregation approach, and apply a widely anticipated Green Building protocol. Project design documentation and Feasibility Study results are expected for February, 2012.
BC Public Service embodies "Think Globally, Act Locally"
July 1, 2011 - Victoria, BC - CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. is made even more proud to be a BC Corporation by the announcement that B.C.’s public service is officially carbon neutral. Through the efforts of the Pacific Carbon Trust and the longstanding work of those in the provincial & international carbon market, an offset system has been set up and operated to create over 730,000 tCO2e of BC offsets used to neutralize the public service's carbon footprint. It is a sterling example of "think globally, act locally".
“From this point forward, every government building in our province will be carbon neutral, and that is spurring innovation in our growing clean-energy and clean-tech sectors and that’s helping create jobs for British Columbians,” said Environment Minister Terry Lake. “By providing capital funding for clean-energy and conservation projects upfront, organizations are realizing savings that can be reinvested in front-line services.”
CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. is proud of its contributions to the development of approved BC offset Protocols, Project Plans and the generation of offsets that contribute to taking BC's public service carbon neutral in 2011 and into the future.
“From this point forward, every government building in our province will be carbon neutral, and that is spurring innovation in our growing clean-energy and clean-tech sectors and that’s helping create jobs for British Columbians,” said Environment Minister Terry Lake. “By providing capital funding for clean-energy and conservation projects upfront, organizations are realizing savings that can be reinvested in front-line services.”
CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. is proud of its contributions to the development of approved BC offset Protocols, Project Plans and the generation of offsets that contribute to taking BC's public service carbon neutral in 2011 and into the future.
Joseph Pallant interviewed by the Climate Change Business Journal
May 26, 2011 - San Diego, California - Senior Editor Jim Hight interviewed Joseph on the state of the Carbon Market in British Columbia and Canada for an upcoming Climate Change Business Journal Special Edition. The rapidly developing reality in the province is often opaque for those outside the BC Carbon Market. Carbon Project Solutions provides insight and strategy on this emerging market to media, strategic analysis firms, clients and others across their North American business network.
The upcoming Special Edition will be posted here upon publication. You can find the December 2010 Edition on the Canadian Carbon Markets, and insight from a previous Carbon Project Solutions interview with CCBJ attached below.
The upcoming Special Edition will be posted here upon publication. You can find the December 2010 Edition on the Canadian Carbon Markets, and insight from a previous Carbon Project Solutions interview with CCBJ attached below.
| ccbj_special_edition_december_2010_policy.canada.pdf |
BC Minister of Environment to Keynote Carbon Management Conference
April 6, 2011 - Vancouver, BC -
The Honorable Dr. Terry Lake has joined the Speakers List at next week's Carbon Management Conference as Keynote Speaker.
As British Columbia moves forward with its new government, important decisions will be made about the shape of climate action in the years to come. With a carbon neutral public service and revenue neutral carbon tax in place, plus an economy-wide Cap and Trade system planned for January 1, 2012, the province is clearly one of the world's leading jurisdiction for climate action.
It is excellent that Minister Lake shall attend the conference, to engage with the Carbon Market and learn about BC and Canadian business opportunities unlocked by such climate leadership.
As British Columbia moves forward with its new government, important decisions will be made about the shape of climate action in the years to come. With a carbon neutral public service and revenue neutral carbon tax in place, plus an economy-wide Cap and Trade system planned for January 1, 2012, the province is clearly one of the world's leading jurisdiction for climate action.
It is excellent that Minister Lake shall attend the conference, to engage with the Carbon Market and learn about BC and Canadian business opportunities unlocked by such climate leadership.
Carbonzero's Dan Fraleigh on CBC The National
April 4, 2011 - Toronto, Ontario
- Carbonzero Chief Operating Officer Dan Fraleigh was seen across
Canada on today's edition of The National, explaining how political
candidates can measure and offset their campaign emissions.
http://www.cbc.ca/video/#/Shows/1221254309/ID=1868568918
Carbonzero was founded in 2006 and has rapidly risen to become a leader in the design and implementation of corporate carbon reduction strategies and solutions in the emerging low carbon economy. The company has been a valued client and Strategic Partner of CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. since 2008. CPS is proud to be helping Carbonzero grow, providing top-notch carbon market & project development expertise to assist them in "Providing the highest quality carbon offsets, sourced through the most stringent verification practices, based on a principle of transparency and open audit trail."
http://www.cbc.ca/video/#/Shows/1221254309/ID=1868568918
Carbonzero was founded in 2006 and has rapidly risen to become a leader in the design and implementation of corporate carbon reduction strategies and solutions in the emerging low carbon economy. The company has been a valued client and Strategic Partner of CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. since 2008. CPS is proud to be helping Carbonzero grow, providing top-notch carbon market & project development expertise to assist them in "Providing the highest quality carbon offsets, sourced through the most stringent verification practices, based on a principle of transparency and open audit trail."
Joseph Pallant to Chair the Canadian Institute's Carbon Management Conference - April 11 & 12 in Vancouver.
March 24, 2011 - Vancouver, BC - It is with great pleasure that we announce CPS Carbon Project Solutions' Joseph Pallant has been selected as Chair for the upcoming conference, "Carbon Management - Reducing, Measuring and Reporting Emissions, Trading Offsets and Mitigating Risks."
The conference is bringing together a wide range of Canadian stakeholders in the Climate space, from carbon offset firms, to Industry, large final emitters, to government, law firms and NGOs - to take stock of the current landscape, and plan how to move forward with success.
In addition to Chairing the conference, Joseph will be presenting a session on Effectively Implementing and Crediting New Emissions Reductions Strategies. Seemingly always working on a "first of" project, and as the person people call when they have an innovative project they want to credit, Joseph has become an expert in what environmental benefits can be made into an offset, and what might be done with those that can't.
Read the conference brochure and learn more about the program below:
The conference is bringing together a wide range of Canadian stakeholders in the Climate space, from carbon offset firms, to Industry, large final emitters, to government, law firms and NGOs - to take stock of the current landscape, and plan how to move forward with success.
In addition to Chairing the conference, Joseph will be presenting a session on Effectively Implementing and Crediting New Emissions Reductions Strategies. Seemingly always working on a "first of" project, and as the person people call when they have an innovative project they want to credit, Joseph has become an expert in what environmental benefits can be made into an offset, and what might be done with those that can't.
Read the conference brochure and learn more about the program below:
Carbon Project Solutions at Alternative Energy for BC First Nations Gathering
February 17, 2011 - Coast Salish Traditional Territories - Vancouver played host to a very inspiring gathering of BC first nations, government and industry, focused on building opportunities in alternative energy. The feeling of possibility was strongly felt throughout the conference as people shared their stories, learning how to benefit their communities, the environment and the climate through tapping the water, sun and wind. CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. was proud to attend the conference and help build a realistic understanding of how these opportunities can be furthered by the carbon market.
CPS Whitepaper in "Government by Example" by Deloitte & Kyoto Publishing
January 21, 2011 - Vancouver, BC - As a thought leader in the Carbon Market, Joseph Pallant, President and CEO of CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. was asked to write a whitepaper for "Government by Example". This joint publication by Deloitte and Kyoto Publishing has been compiled for US policy makers to expand an understanding of sustainability issues. An initial print run of 15,000 copies shall be shipped Spring 2011.
"Art and Science of an Offset" gets to the essence of what a Carbon Offset really is. For policy-makers to make sound policy, it helps to understand the issues at a deeper level. Joseph's article lays out how the nuts and bolts of carbon calculations are married to philosophical & economic underpinnings to beget this much ballyhooed creation, the Offset.
"Art and Science of an Offset" gets to the essence of what a Carbon Offset really is. For policy-makers to make sound policy, it helps to understand the issues at a deeper level. Joseph's article lays out how the nuts and bolts of carbon calculations are married to philosophical & economic underpinnings to beget this much ballyhooed creation, the Offset.
Leading environmental companies forge new tool for BC Crown Corporation
December 17, 2010 - Victoria, BC – A team comprising CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc., Brinkman & Associates Reforestation Ltd. and ESSA Technologies Ltd., has been selected by the Pacific Carbon Trust for inclusion on their Qualified Suppliers List for provision of carbon management consulting services.
The BC Crown Corporation approved the team for all consulting scopes applied for – General Project Management and Forestry. The strong mix of Brinkman’s global silviculture expertise and pioneering forest carbon market involvement, ESSA’s Environmental Information Systems experience and Carbon Project Solutions’ excellence in offset project development brings a formidable tool to bear in the development of BC’s carbon market.
As members of the "Qualified Suppliers List", the team can be retained on an “as, if and when requested” basis and may be contacted directly or asked to compete on opportunities for the provision of services in accordance with the selection method set out in the RFQ.
The BC Crown Corporation approved the team for all consulting scopes applied for – General Project Management and Forestry. The strong mix of Brinkman’s global silviculture expertise and pioneering forest carbon market involvement, ESSA’s Environmental Information Systems experience and Carbon Project Solutions’ excellence in offset project development brings a formidable tool to bear in the development of BC’s carbon market.
As members of the "Qualified Suppliers List", the team can be retained on an “as, if and when requested” basis and may be contacted directly or asked to compete on opportunities for the provision of services in accordance with the selection method set out in the RFQ.
It's really happening - Stakeholder consultations underway on BC climate regs
November 24, 2010 - Vancouver, BC - Continuing the week's climate seminar focus, CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. attended the BC Climate Action Secretariat and IETA Stakeholder Workshops on Emissions Trading & Offsets. The BC Climate Action Secretariat was apprising stakeholders on the current state and proposed direction for rolling out binding climate legislation. Attendance was focused on high-level provincial carbon market players, government, legal veterans and representatives from companies likely to receive carbon caps in 2012. CPS raised suggestions regarding the imperative of BC taking positive learnings from the European carbon market, and the successful creation of 474,577,444 tCO2e of offsets (Nov 2010 - click link for updated figures) under the Kyoto Clean Development Mechanism through project-specific Methodologies.
Proceedings were very illuminating as to the level of specificity being reached in tailoring greenhouse gas regulations for BC. With the successful repelling of California's Proposition 23, the state is moving ahead with implementation of its continent-leading climate legislation under AB 32. The race is on amongst Western Climate Initiative (WCI) partners to get their rules in place and begin reducing emissions of greenhouse gasses by their heavily emitting industries. Diplomatic credentials, WCI design clout, and green jobs await the winners.
Proceedings were very illuminating as to the level of specificity being reached in tailoring greenhouse gas regulations for BC. With the successful repelling of California's Proposition 23, the state is moving ahead with implementation of its continent-leading climate legislation under AB 32. The race is on amongst Western Climate Initiative (WCI) partners to get their rules in place and begin reducing emissions of greenhouse gasses by their heavily emitting industries. Diplomatic credentials, WCI design clout, and green jobs await the winners.
Conference recognizes Vancouver's carbon expertise - Takes it to the next level
November 22, 2010 - Vancouver, BC - CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc.'s Joseph Pallant is attending "The Carbon Landscape: Risks and Opportunities in North America" conference hosted by the University of Toronto, Pacific Carbon Trust and IETA. In recognition of the leadership roles that Vancouver's offset companies have played over the last half decade, this conference is bringing a much higher level of discourse to the city conference scene than previous events. With the likes of Brinkman Forest, ERA Ecosystem Restoration Associates, Habitat Carbon Assets, Offsetters and CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. calling the city home, the conference is in the right place at the right time.
As the Pacific Carbon Trust continues its mandate to engage with BC carbon companies and aggregate offset projects, and The Climate Registry's Canadian regional director agitates for best practices in carbon accounting, you'll continue to hear from Vancouver as it solidifies a role as Canada's carbon project development hub.
As the Pacific Carbon Trust continues its mandate to engage with BC carbon companies and aggregate offset projects, and The Climate Registry's Canadian regional director agitates for best practices in carbon accounting, you'll continue to hear from Vancouver as it solidifies a role as Canada's carbon project development hub.
BBC Radio Show Launch and CPS Reception on the advent of GLOBE 2010
March 26, 2010 - Vancouver, Canada - CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. held a reception for Carbon Market attendees to the GLOBE 2010 trade show in Vancouver, and to highlight this week's BBC/PRI "The World" radio show featuring CPS President & CEO, Joseph Pallant.
Jason Margolis of the BBC in America sought out CPS via the team at EcosystemMarketplace.com, a carbon market publication that Joseph has written a couple pieces for as their Canadian go-to and a forest carbon expert.
It was a lot of fun to work with Jason, and help him put together stories on the Carbon Tax, as well as the vastly more interesting intricacies of the BC carbon market scene. The stories got smushed together in the cutthroat environment of broadcast radio (the piece aired across NPR and on over 750 stations in the US, as well as across Canada on the CBC) and we are left with but a few bon mots from yours truly. Please find audio link at:
http://www.theworld.org/2010/03/23/uncertain-impact-for-bcs-carbon-tax/
Thanks for tuning in!
Jason Margolis of the BBC in America sought out CPS via the team at EcosystemMarketplace.com, a carbon market publication that Joseph has written a couple pieces for as their Canadian go-to and a forest carbon expert.
It was a lot of fun to work with Jason, and help him put together stories on the Carbon Tax, as well as the vastly more interesting intricacies of the BC carbon market scene. The stories got smushed together in the cutthroat environment of broadcast radio (the piece aired across NPR and on over 750 stations in the US, as well as across Canada on the CBC) and we are left with but a few bon mots from yours truly. Please find audio link at:
http://www.theworld.org/2010/03/23/uncertain-impact-for-bcs-carbon-tax/
Thanks for tuning in!
Carbon Project Solutions interviewed by BBC "The World"
January 12, 2010 - Vancouver, Canada - Joseph Pallant, President & CEO of CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. was interviewed by Jason Margolis for BBC "The World". Mr. Margolis is featuring Joseph, along with his client Sarah Webb of the Capital Regional District and Dirk Brinkman of the Brinkman Group of Companies in a Radio special on the British Columbia Carbon Market. The episode will be aired on the CBC in Canada and across the NPR network in the USA. Airing date is TBA.
Joseph Pallant speaks at COP15 in Copenhagen
December 16, 2009 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Throughout the COP15 process, it has become clear that the world is looking for Climate Leadership. Joseph Pallant of CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. spoke with a panel of experts organized by The Climate Registry on this critical topic. The presentation focused on climate leadership displayed by the people Mr. Pallant has worked with over the last five years in the carbon market, and on examples of how political leadership and climate leadership (or lack thereof) are merging into one.
The Climate Registry launches "Climate Registered™" program in Copenhagen
December 14, 2009 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Today at the United Nations climate change conference, several Governors, Premiers, environmental groups and leading corporations unveiled Climate Registered™, a program that recognizes organizations for voluntarily reducing their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. acted as a member of the Climate Registered Working Group that developed the program, on behalf of its client Flight Centre Canada. The entity wide carbon footprint was calculated for Flight Centre's entire Canadian operations, on the path to improved organizational sustainability.
CPS Carbon Project Solutions Inc. acted as a member of the Climate Registered Working Group that developed the program, on behalf of its client Flight Centre Canada. The entity wide carbon footprint was calculated for Flight Centre's entire Canadian operations, on the path to improved organizational sustainability.
| Press Release - The Climate Registry launches 'Climate Registered' program at COP15 in Copenhagen. |
Carbon Project Solutions featured in Vancouver vs. Vancouver Blog
December 3, 2009 - Vancouver, Canada - In the runup to Copenhagen, Vancouver city blogger and photographer Trevor Jansen interviews Joseph Pallant on his analysis of COP15 and the path humanity is taking to solve climate change. Article at vvsv.ca
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