Name
Getting Back to Nature: The Journey to Natural Asset Management
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 7, 2020, 1:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Speakers
Adrienne Atherton - Civic Legal LLP
Emanuel Machado - Town of Gibsons
Gracelyn Shannon - Asset Management Consultant
Emanuel Machado - Town of Gibsons
Gracelyn Shannon - Asset Management Consultant
Description
In this interactive session, the panelists will explain the concept of natural assets, the benefits and risks associated with natural asset management (“NAM”), their own experience in implementing a NAM program, and where we are headed. Discussion topics will include:
- How to start a NAM program and its benefits
- Leadership’s role
- How to integrate a NAM program into other programs and projects
- Potential legal iaaues
- Other risks and liabilities
- Lessons learned Delegates are encouraged to contribute their own experiences and insights in this developing area.
This session may qualify for the following Professional Development Credits: Law Society CPD, CPABC