Proposal - sustainable power and automation

Last changed: 2019/11/15 11:42 

SITUATION

Proposal Name: sustainable power and automation

Initiated By: Chris and Rory

Submission date: 2019MAY12

Background: Energy is central to modern agriculture, and sustainable energy is critical to food security. Fat Bandicoot members have a set of skills relating to electricity power and its applications, and could raise revenue by consulting in this field.

Summary of proposed changes: Offering consulting services in relation to the nexus between energy, sustainability and agriculture.

How will this proposal advance the objectives of the Association? Raise awareness of and build skills in regard to sustainable energy in the context of agriculture and food security.

What direct or indirect conflicts of interest does the initiating member or any other member have in this proposal? None

Will or might this proposal lead to the Association trading while insolvent? This project will not purchase materials on credit.

What are the proposal's effects on other legal, reputational or financial risks? It is important that members maintain their commitment to the organisation's purpose, and uphold financial, ethical and reputational standards.

TIMINGS

What date would the proposed project begin? 2019MAY13

What date would it be in useful operation? 2019MAY13

What date would it be retired? 2029MAY12

RESOURCES

What resources will it require? Money, materials, labour etc.

It will require the skill sets of Chris, Rory and others as needed.

Will the project require its own bank account?

Yes, it will, for purchasing materials.

Chris and Rory should have authority to approve transactions.

What planned activities will the project require?

As needed by clients

What contingent activities will the project require?

As needed

METHOD

As needed by clients

OUTCOMES

What resources and knowledge will the project produce?

This project will develop the skills in-house to sustainably provide energy to support agriculture and food production.

This project will also generate revenue to support other research.