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FINDING SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS

OUR PROCESS

Our process helps Canada achieve sustainable development solutions that integrate environmental and economic considerations to ensure the lasting prosperity and well-being of our nation.

RESEARCH

We rigorously research and conduct high quality analysis on issues of sustainable development. Our thinking is original and thought provoking.

CONVENE

We convene opinion leaders and experts from across Canada around our table to share their knowledge and diverse perspectives. We stimulate debate and integrate polarities. We create a context for possibilities to emerge.

ADVISE

We generate ideas and provide realistic solutions to advise governments, Parliament and Canadians. We proceed with resolve and optimism to bring Canada’s economy and environment closer together.

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We convene opinion leaders and experts from across Canada around our table to share their knowledge and diverse perspectives. We stimulate debate and integrate polarities. We create a context for possibilities to emerge. We meet Canadians from every region of the country to engage them in our deliberations. In fact, the NRT is the only national organization with a direct mandate from Parliament to engage Canadians in the generation and promotion of sustainable development advice and solutions.

Upcoming Events

April 27, 2012

Facing the Elements: Building Business Resilience in a Changing Climate

The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy is pleased to release two more reports as part of our Climate Prosperity series on how business can and should adapt to climate change. Our “Advisory Report” to government and “Business Primer” for companies set out practical information, advice, and recommendations on the business case for climate adaptation and how this can positively affect bottom lines. With practical case studies and real-world examples from “climate pacesetting companies”, we show what business and government can do now to build business resilience and ensure continued prosperity while facing the elements. [Read the reports]

Latest Events

Duke of Edinburgh Awards Breakfast – November 8, 2011 READ
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Duke of Edinburgh Awards Breakfast – November 8, 2011

The Duke of Edinburgh Awards Breakfast, Ontario Division, was held in Toronto on November 8th. NRT President and CEO David McLaughlin was a ‘Special Guest Speaker’, his speech focused on sustainable development, young Canadians and drew upon the NRT’s work.

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November 3, 2011 – Vancouver, British Columbia – Planning For Prosperity – Building Canada’s Low-Carbon Growth Plan READ
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November 3, 2011 – Vancouver, British Columbia – Planning For Prosperity – Building Canada’s Low-Carbon Growth Plan

The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy (NRT) is investigating the economic risks and opportunities of climate change for Canada. As part of this initiative the NRT is exploring what a low-carbon economy looks like for Canada. This meeting is one of ten regional events being held by the NRT and its Regional Partners across the country throughout November and December, 2011.

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November 2, 2011 – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – Planning For Prosperity – Building Canada’s Low-Carbon Growth Plan READ
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November 2, 2011 – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – Planning For Prosperity – Building Canada’s Low-Carbon Growth Plan

The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy (NRT) is investigating the economic risks and opportunities of climate change for Canada. As part of this initiative the NRT is exploring what a low-carbon economy looks like for Canada. This meeting is one of ten regional events being held by the NRT and its Regional Partners across the country throughout November and December, 2011.

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October 27, 2011 – Forum for Financial Executives – Toronto, Ontario READ
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October 27, 2011 – Forum for Financial Executives – Toronto, Ontario

The NRT in partnership with the Network for Business Sustainability (NBS) hosted a half-day forum for financial executives on climate change adaptation and the business community.

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Chicago Council on Global Affairs – September 27, 2011 READ
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Chicago Council on Global Affairs – September 27, 2011

David McLaughlin, NRT President and CEO spoke at a workshop hosted by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs entitled “U.S.-Canada Energy Trade: A Critical Strategic Relationship”.

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NRTEE Plenary Session – September 14-15, 2011 – Ottawa, Ontario READ
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NRTEE Plenary Session – September 14-15, 2011 – Ottawa, Ontario

NRT Members are distinguished sustainability leaders active in businesses, universities, environmental groups, labour and public policy from across Canada.

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