Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Environmental TASC Force Creation


Its almost here - the first meeting of the Edmonton chapter for the NORMI Pro Environmental TASC Force is tomorrow. I have been selected to organize and launch the chapter for Environmental (aka "Green") professionals for the Greater Edmonton Area. The first meeting for prospective members is being held tomorrow night (Thursday May 14th) at Second Cup on Whyte Avenue, at 7pm.

NORMI
has created this group as an international professional organization and will be seeking trades, contractors and professionals representing all the areas where homes and work environments are affected by anything environmental. All members will be bound by a strict Code of Ethics and the professionals will meet to organize and collaborate on projects.

Group members will benefit by having access to co-op marketing, ongoing training, guest speaking opportunities and a way to truly differentiate themselves from their competition. All serious professionals should examine this opportunity as it will be extremely limited once the TASC Force is operational. People with an interest in community and collaboration are ideally-suited to this membership.

Potential categories include: (but are not limited to)

• Licensed Mold Remediation Contractor (NORMI Certified)
• Licensed Mold Inspector or Assessor (NORMI Certified)
• Licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractor
• Licensed Radon Inspector
• Licensed Radon Abatement Contractor
• Licensed Indoor Air Quality Solutions Provider (NORMI Certified)
• Licensed HVAC Contractor
• Licensed Water Restoration Company
• Licensed Waterproofing Contractor
• Licensed Weatherproofing Contractor
• Licensed Home inspector
• Licensed Real Estate Broker or Realtor
• Licensed Residential Building Contractor
• Licensed Residential Remodeling Contractor
• Licensed Commercial Builder
• Licensed/Certified Architect
• Licensed Biocide Applicator (NORMI Certified)
• Licensed Plumbing Contractor
• Licensed Pesticide Applicator
• Licensed Painting Contractor
• Licensed Electrical Contractor
• Licensed Duct Cleaning Contractor
• Licensed Carpet Cleaner
• Licensed Water Quality Solutions Provider
• Alternative/Environmental Medicine Doctor
• Chiropractor
• Licensed General Cleaning/Maid Service

If you work in these areas or are able to recommend an ethical, reliable professional in any of these areas, please contact Greg Douglas at 1(877)751-3100 ext 81009.

For more information on the program details please see www.normiproetf.com and for the Edmonton local chapter, information sessions are being scheduled through the Meetup service.