LIA chews over carbon tax debate

First LIA function for 2011 to focus on how a carbon tax will affect printing businesses.

Environmental guru, Phillip Lawrence, will review the two main carbon abatement mechanisms the federal government is likely to implement and will describe in some detail the extent to which the printing industry will be affected.
 
Chris Sewell, (pictured) CEO and founder of The Gaia Partnership, will demonstrate the CO2 counter carbon calculator application that is finding wide acceptance across a diverse range of industries and in particular demonstrate its application to the printing industry.
 
To conclude the evening, Printing Industries, Ian Walz will explain the purpose of and the steps involved in Sustainable Green Print (SGP) and how it can help reduce energy costs and improve the bottom line of your business. He will also  outline the successes being achieved by local printers.
 
The event will be held on Tuesday 22 February 2011, 6pm at Club Five Dock. All bookings at $55.00 for LIA & Printing Industries members or $65.00 for non-members can only be made by email or Fax to Mike Williams at mikewil@optusnet.com.au or fax to: 9648 1258. Price includes a two-course dinner and tea/coffee, drinks additional at bar prices.
 
Bookings are limited and close at 12 noon Friday 18 February 2011.