The goal of this project is to research best practices in new program development for a new climate action program that would focus on community-based wood-chipping incentives, and translate that research into a compelling business case, outlining the benefits, costs, and potential returns on investment for implementing chipping incentives. This will involve several different steps for the students, including:

- Researching current wood chipping incentive programs and best practices in new program development.

- Developing a business case for implementing a wood chipping incentive program for Transition Salt Spring.

- Outlining the benefits, costs, and potential returns on investment for implementing chipping incentives.

- Exploring potential sources of funding and other resources for the program.

By the end of the project, students should demonstrate:

- Understanding of current wood chipping incentive programs and best practices in new program development.

- A comprehensive business case for implementing a wood chipping incentive program for Transition Salt Spring.

- Outlining the benefits, costs, and potential returns on investment for implementing chipping incentives.

- Identification of potential sources of funding and other resources for the program.

Final deliverables should include:

- A written report outlining the research and findings.

- A presentation summarizing the research and findings.

Ongoing mentorship and support to understand the context and needs of this program.

Coaching on business case development

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