Green Collar Technologies » hilo http://greencollartech.com Education for Green Collar Workers in Hawai‘i Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:46:03 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Downtown Hilo Sustainable Design Assessment Team Final Report Now Available http://greencollartech.com/downtown-hilo-sustainable-design-assessment-team-final-report.htm http://greencollartech.com/downtown-hilo-sustainable-design-assessment-team-final-report.htm#comments Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:29:45 +0000 Server http://greencollartech.com/?p=1919 In May 2009, a team of multi-disciplinary experts from around the country visited Hilo and met with stakeholders and the community to discuss ideas for the sustainable development of Downtown Hilo.  Their recommendations are now contained in a 54-page report and include several suggestions; including, Relocating Bayfront Highway, Designating Downtown Hilo as a Historic District, Developing a Form-Based Code, and Forming a Business Improvement District.

The Final Report by the American Institute of Architects Sustainable Design Assessment Team Program for Downtown Hilo is now available online.

It can be accessed on the American Institute of Architects website at:
http://www.aia.org/about/initiatives/AIAS075426 (Click on Hilo Report).

or on the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 SildeShare website at:
http://www.slideshare.net/edh2025/downtown-hilo-sdat-final-report

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Click here to download PDF flyer
Green Collar Jobs Funding – Employer Workshop

An employer workshop to be held
Thursday, August 13th 9:00 am to 11:00 am registration: 8:30 am

Workforce Development Division Presentation Room

1990 Kino`ole Street, Suite 102
(Next to Kawate Seed Shop)

  • Green Collar Jobs and Greener Economies
    Brent Norris, Green Collar Technologies
  • Green Job Employer
    Michael Kaleikini, Puna Geothermal Venture

  • Overview of Specific Grant Opportunities Related to Hawai`i Island

    • John Carroll, Hawai`i Island Workforce & Economic Development Ohana

  • How to Establish Partnerships & Alliances to Acquire Funding

    • Alex Frost, Hawai`i County Research & Development Department

    • Susan Akiyama, Office of Housing & Community Development

    In partnership with:
    • Hawai`i Island Workforce & Economic Development Ohana
    • Hawai`i County Workforce Investment Board
    • Hawai`i Island Chamber of Commerce
    • Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Hawai`I
    • Kanoelehua Industrial Area Association
    • Big Island Workplace Connection

    Call Bunnie Au-Suehiro at 981.2860 ext. 236 for registration & payment information.

    Workforce Development Division
    1990 Kino`ole Street, Suite 102
    (Next to Kawate Seed Shop)

    ]]>     http://greencollartech.com/green-collar-jobs-funding-employer-workshop.htm/feed 1     Sustainable Living Educational Series Returns to Hilo http://greencollartech.com/sustainable-living-educational-series-november.htm http://greencollartech.com/sustainable-living-educational-series-november.htm#comments Sat, 04 Oct 2008 19:09:42 +0000 Server http://greencollartech.com/?p=306 In November, the Sustainable Living Educational Series Returns to Hilo, Hawai`i
    Download PDF version of press release

    The best educators in sustainability will convene in Hilo, Hawai`i to teach a series of classes on Sustainable Living. Each Thursday night in November a different class will feature a straight-forward approach to living a more sustainable lifestyle on Hawai`i Island. 

    • Rainwater Harvesting - catching your own water.
    • Alternative Power Systems - generating your own power.
    • Organic Gardening - growing your own food.
    • Sustainability 101 - living a more sustainable lifestyle.
    Anyone interested in living a more sustainable lifestyle should attend this event. These classes will also provide a starting point for anyone interested in learning about green jobs. Green career information will be offered in each class. Anyone interested in jobs in the green economy should attend these classes. Specific information will be provided in each class to help folks prepare for a greener economy.
    Daniel Morii, Director of  the Sustainable Living Institute said, 

    “We’re really happy to work with organizations and students in all areas of sustainability. These so-called green classes are the building blocks for a renewed sense of sustainability on the Island. These courses offer long-term benefits for Hawai`i Island and the folks that attend these classes.”

    This series provides a pathway for folks to learn the basics of self sustainability. Folks interested in green jobs should attend to learn about green jobs on Hawai`i Island. Community leaders and decision makers will learn about recent trends and opportunities for sustainable systems in their communities.
    More information about the Sustainable Living Educational Series can be learned by visiting:
    http://greencollartech.com
    This series continues in Kona, Hawai`i during the month of February.

    We are seeking additional sponsors for this event. Anyone interested in supporting this event should contact Brent Norris at Green Collar Technologies : 808-896-7656

    Event Sponsors

     

    • Sustainable Living Institute
    • Hawai`i County Department of Research and Development
    • University of Hawai`i at Hilo Conference Center
    • Green Collar Technologies

    The Sustainable Living Institute is created and established to conduct research and development projects on, give support to, and produce and disseminate information and art about, ways of living on the Earth which are ecologically, socially, culturally, economically, physically and spiritually sound and can, as such, be sustained over the long run without harm to people or planet, and which add to the overall quality of life.

       

    The Hawai`i County Department of Research and Development provides pro-active leadership, enhancing the quality of life, and sustainability of Hawai’i Island communities through programs related to: agriculture, energy, tourism, economic development, community development, and film.
    The University of Hawai`i at Hilo Conference Center provides comprehensive planning and coordination services for conferences, meetings, seminars and special events. Our “one-stop,” professional planning team will coordinate all your accommodations, food service, ground transportation and pre- and post-conference field excursions.

     

     

     

    Green Collar Technologies is a federally recognized, non-profit 501c3 organization providing sustainable educational opportunities, research and presentation services for Hawai`i Island. For more information please visit http://greencollartech.com or call 808-896-7656

    The Hawai`i Innovation Center at Hilo is located in downtown Hilo on the corner of Keawe and Kalakaua Streets.  Map and Directions or call 808-896-7656
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    Everyone is welcome to join us on this National Day of Action to Support Green Collar Workers on Hawai`i island and Jobs for All. To celebrate, we’ll work and learn about green topics of interest to all.

    Join us Saturday September 27th at the Hawai`i Innovation Center in downtown Hilo. Expect plenty of room and bandwidth for all to setup your laptops and spread out in the classroom.

    For complete details read original post here.

    Anyone interested in supporting this event or Green Collar Workers on Hawai`i Island should contact Brent Norris at Green Collar Technologies : 808-896-7656

    Map and Directions

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    In one week, September 25th – 6pm – 8pm

    You’ll learn about many of the latest Web 2.0 tips, tools and techniques for marketing any business online.

    If you’re ready to go to the next level to reach your target audience online, this class is for you. If you already know a few online marketing basics, this class will help you get to the next level. Today’s website visitor is more savvy, focused and willing to pay online. It’s your responsibility to reach your target audience online, even if they never see your website.

    Complete Social Marketing Class Details and online registration here.

    Map and Directions

    ]]>     http://greencollartech.com/reminder-social-marketing-class.htm/feed 0     Reminder – Internet Marketing Workshop in Hilo http://greencollartech.com/reminder-internet-marketing-workshop-in-hilo.htm http://greencollartech.com/reminder-internet-marketing-workshop-in-hilo.htm#comments Thu, 18 Sep 2008 02:40:22 +0000 Server http://greencollartech.com/?p=290 Reminder…

    In two hours you’ll learn the best techniques for marketing your business online.

    No matter the size, shape or color of your business you iness needs to have a strong online presence. But that’s just a start. An unhealthy or neglected presence can be less than helpful. The problem multiplies without community. A community is just a start. You need a community that is interested in your product or service.

    Read complete details and register online here.

    Map and Directions

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    ]]>     http://greencollartech.com/map-and-directions-hilo-hawaii.htm/feed 7     Beginner Blogging Class August 19th http://greencollartech.com/hawaii-hilo-blog-class.htm http://greencollartech.com/hawaii-hilo-blog-class.htm#comments Sun, 10 Aug 2008 06:31:58 +0000 brent http://greencollartech.com/hawaii-hilo-blog-class.html Hawai`i Web 2.0 Series Blogging ClassLearn the basics of blogging and why Google™ and other major search engines give the best exposure to blog sites so often. You’ll learn what a blog is and why they are important in today’s Web 2.0 internet.

    Very quickly, you’ll learn how to write your first post and page in a blog and how to optimize your content so it’s easy to find in search engines. You’ll learn search engine optimization techniques and rich media promotion. You’ll learn some blog etiquette and how to interact with other blogs to become sustainable using the web as a platform.

    Cost is $25 bucks for non-members. For more information and to pre-register, call Brent at 896-7656.

    All attendees must preregister! Mahalo

    Sponsored by The University of Hawai`i at Hilo Conference Center

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