Board Member Resources

As a Director of a community WindField you are often bombarded with information about renewable energy, community development, and good governance practices. Here are some links to helpful resources for making the most of your term with the Scotian Wind Field network. For more information about renewable energy, sustainability, and advocacy resources, check out the Knowledge Centre section of our web site..

Renewable Energy

Canadian Wind Energy Association - The source for information and advocacy for wind energy in Canada.

Ontario Sustainable Energy Association - An excellent source for information on community-owned renewable energy.

Renewable Energy World - Breaking news on the renewable energy sector and technical explanation for all renewables.

Danish Wind Energy - Wind Energy Basics - An excellent reference guide to the technology and logistics of wind energy projects.

Community Development

Community Economic Development Investment Fund - CEDIF guide and resources.

Community Business Development Corporations - A non-profit initiative to support community businesses.

Governance

Institute on Governance - A quick primer on governance basics.

Corporate Governance Resources - A compilation of online resources regarding corporate governance.

Robert's Rules - The official web site for Robert's Rules.

Nova Scotia Registry of Joint Stock Companies - Nova Scotian resources regarding the Companies Act.

Media

Communications Nova Scotia Media List - A list of media contacts in Nova Scotia that is updated regularly.