Online Sustainable Business and Offshore Wind Technology Workshop
Sustainable Business and Offshore Wind Technology Workshops
These short self-paced online workshops are tailored for managers and employees of small businesses, with a focus on minority- and women-owned enterprises. Each module is designed to be completed in under an hour, providing concise and actionable insights to integrate sustainable practices and prepare for opportunities in the offshore wind industry.
These workshops introduce the principles and strategies for integrating sustainability into business operations, enhancing environmental responsibility, and fostering long-term success.
· Module 1.1: What is Sustainable Business – Understand the fundamentals of sustainability and its impact on business growth.
· Module 1.2: Sustainability Strategy and Implementation – Learn to design and implement effective sustainability strategies.
· Module 1.3: People Management at the Future Workplace – Explore workforce trends and strategies for inclusive, sustainable workplaces.
· Module 1.4: Sustainable Marketing & Branding – Discover techniques to promote sustainability while strengthening your brand.
· Module 1.5: Green Supply Chains – Gain insights into building eco-friendly and efficient supply chains.
· Module 1.6: Triple Bottom Line Accounting and Reporting – Learn to measure success in terms of people, planet, and profit.
· Module 1.7: Environmental Impact Assessment (Product Life Cycle) – Evaluate your product’s environmental footprint.
· Module 1.8: Social Impact Assessment (Social Life Cycle) – Assess and enhance your business’s social contributions.
These workshops provide a foundation for small businesses to enter the offshore wind sector, with a focus on financial readiness, compliance, and project management.
· Module 2.1: Green Financing – Explore funding opportunities and strategies for green business initiatives.
· Module 2.2: Regulation and Compliance for Green Business – Understand the requirements to achieve certifications like LEED and ensure compliance.
· Module 2.3: Introduction to Project Management – Master essential project management skills to support offshore wind projects.
These workshops delve into the offshore wind industry, covering its relevance, infrastructure, and supply chain opportunities for small businesses.
· Module 3.1: What is Offshore Wind and Why is it Relevant? – Learn about the importance of offshore wind in renewable energy.
· Module 3.2: Where are OSW Farm Developments and How Does a Wind Turbine Work? – Get an overview of wind farm locations and turbine mechanics.
· Module 3.3: Offshore Wind Supply Chain – Understand supply chain dynamics and opportunities in offshore wind.
· Module 3.4: Offshore Site Investigation, Planning & Permitting – Explore the processes of site selection and regulatory approval.
· Module 3.5: Wind Farm Construction and Installation – Learn the steps in building and installing wind farms.
· Module 3.6: Manufacturing in the Wind Energy Industry – Discover manufacturing opportunities in offshore wind technology.
· Module 3.7: Bringing Wind Power Infrastructure Ashore – Understand the logistics of integrating wind energy into existing grids.
· Module 3.8: Operation and Maintenance – Explore best practices for maintaining offshore wind facilities.
Instructors:
Saeedeh Anvari, PhD Assistant Professor Supply Chain & Operation
Jing Betty Feng, PhD Associate Professor International Business
Marj Issapour MS, P.E. Professor Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Supriyo Karmakar, PhD Associate Professor Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Wenhai Li, PhD Assistant Professor Mechanical Engineering
Sue Moon, PhD Associate Professor Human Resource Management
Meeghan Rogers, PhD Associate Professor Finance
Khosro Shirvani, PhD Assistant Professor Mechanical Engineering
Mengsteab Tesfayohannes-Beraki, PhD Associate Professor Strategic Management
Ebru Ulusoy, PhD Associate Professor Marketing
Geraldo (Gerry) Vasquez, DBA Assistant Professor Accounting
Xu Zhang, PhD Professor Economics
Bahar Zoghi, PhD Professor Civil Engineering
Contact: Retraining@farmingdale.edu
Renewable Energy & Sustainability Center
CleanEnergy@farmingdale.edu
Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm