Presented by the Shannon School of Business at Cape Breton University
Human behaviours are essential considerations for a successful energy transition in Atlantic Canada. Join Net Zero Atlantic and the project team in addressing the human factor gap by discussing research findings and next steps within the Atlantic Canadian context.
In this workshop: Positioning “Rural” Populations in Net-Zero Change Policies: Considering the Implications of Geographical Distance on Rural and Small City Energy Adaptation Strategies - Hear from the Shannon School of Business at Cape Breton University, with Academic Supervisor Dr. Mary Beth Doucette. Learn more about their methodologies and research findings on exploring the implications of "rural" and Mi'kmaw positioning in net-zero and energy adaptation strategies.
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Location: Shannon School of Business - SB100, Cape Breton University (1250 Grand Lake Rd, Sydney, NS B1P 6L2)
Why Attend: Hear from the Shannon School of Business at Cape Breton University, with Academic Supervisor Dr. Mary Beth Doucette, along with Research Assistants Choe Young and Kristina Denny. They will share their methodologies and research findings on exploring the implications of "rural" and Mi'kmaw positioning in net-zero and energy adaptation strategies.
Discover how behavioural science can be integrated into your research and work in academia and policymaking. Together, we can move beyond general understandings and guesswork to develop specific insights for mitigating climate change in Atlantic Canada. Participants will also have the opportunity to network.
Who Should Attend: This workshop is designed for academia, government, and professionals interested in applying a behavioural science lens to their work. Related areas of work and research include environment and energy studies, business, economics, psychology, and sustainability.
This workshop is one in a series of six led by Net Zero Atlantic focused on presenting findings by academic partners from the Pro-Climate Behaviours in Atlantic Canada project. The series includes in-person workshops hosted by an academic partner, a final workshop featuring all partners, and a webinar.
Note: This session will be delivered in English.