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Hope you enjoy and spread this great information to your customers, clients and friends:
General Water Supply and Education The relationship between measuring snow pack and water supply
Understanding graywater use and rainwater harvesting
Landscape Information Free Xeriscape Classes
Spruce Up Your Sprinkler System
April's Featured Plant
Conservation 4/20 Leaky Toilets and Stewardship
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Resource! Nature Conservancy DVD's from PPLD
Want to be inspired or motivated? Check out one of these great movies about nature conservation from your local Pikes Peak Library District facility.
Organization! Clean Energy Collective
From the Clean Energy Collective website:
Clean Energy Collective has partnered with Colorado Springs Utilities to provide community solar for their customers that live in Denver, Arapahoe, Boulder, Jefferson, and Summit Counties. Space is limited, so act fast and reserve your panels before they’re all gone!
Event! Arbor Day is May 2
We're celebrating Arbor Day in the Pikes Peak Region May 2! Plant a tree for yourself and generations to come. Here's the Arbor Day website.
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Event! Grand Opening High Prairie Seed Library
Come to the Grand Opening of the High Prairie Seed Library!! Learn how to "check out" seeds and meet fellow gardeners.
Date: 4/25/2015
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Library: High Prairie Library - 7035 Old Meridian Rd.
Location: HI Study Room (paper sign-in)
Contact: Rhonda
Contact Number: 260-3650
Organization! Green Cities Coalition
Green Cities Coalition Mission
The purpose of the Green Cities Coalition is to promote ecologically, economically and socially healthy cities in El Paso County, for the benefit of present and future residents of the Pikes Peak region. We envision healthy, equitable and sustainable communities, both human and natural.More than 450 organizations, businesses and individuals have participated with our coalition, developing initiatives in many areas that impact the sustainability of the region. Our 2014 Champions are Jane Ard-Smith, The Bag Ladies, Blue Planet Earthscapes, Colorado College Office of Sustainability, Colorado Springs Public Market, Growthbusters, Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems, Manitou Arts Center, Market Local Food, Pikes Peak Community Foundation, Pikes Peak Justice & Peace Commission, Ranch Foods Direct, Seeds Community Café and Terra Essentials. Please visit the working group links to see what we have been working on or to join a group that shares your interests.
TOGETHER, WE CAN GREEN THE REGION!
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Earth Day 2015 -- 45 years!
Happy Birthday, Earth Day! You're 45 years old, and the earth you celebrate is 4.5 billion years old. Here's to the next 4,500,000,000 years!
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Resource! ERC--Energy Resource Center
From their website:
About ERC
The Energy Resource Center works
closely with Colorado Springs Utilities as well as other utility providers and
nonprofits in El Paso, Denver, Jefferson, Teller, Fremont, Elbert, South
Douglas, Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Saguache and Rio Grande counties.
Our mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
Our mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save
money and conserve energy since 1979.
About ERC
The Energy Resource Center works closely with Colorado Springs
Utilities as well as other utility providers and nonprofits in El Paso,
Denver, Jefferson, Teller, Fremont, Elbert, South Douglas, Alamosa,
Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Saguache and Rio Grande counties.
Our mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
- See more at: http://www.erc-co.org/about/#sthash.PMxiCjnb.dpufOur mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
About ERC
The Energy Resource Center works closely with Colorado Springs
Utilities as well as other utility providers and nonprofits in El Paso,
Denver, Jefferson, Teller, Fremont, Elbert, South Douglas, Alamosa,
Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Saguache and Rio Grande counties.
Our mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
- See more at: http://www.erc-co.org/about/#sthash.PMxiCjnb.dpufOur mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
About ERC
The Energy Resource Center works closely with Colorado Springs
Utilities as well as other utility providers and nonprofits in El Paso,
Denver, Jefferson, Teller, Fremont, Elbert, South Douglas, Alamosa,
Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Saguache and Rio Grande counties.
Our mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
- See more at: http://www.erc-co.org/about/#sthash.PMxiCjnb.dpufOur mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
About ERC
The Energy Resource Center works closely with Colorado Springs
Utilities as well as other utility providers and nonprofits in El Paso,
Denver, Jefferson, Teller, Fremont, Elbert, South Douglas, Alamosa,
Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Saguache and Rio Grande counties.
Our mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
- See more at: http://www.erc-co.org/about/#sthash.PMxiCjnb.dpufOur mission is to help income-qualified residents make energy efficiency improvements to their homes or apartments that will increase their quality of life, save them money on energy bills. Our efforts help to keep southern Colorado families warm and protect them from the risks associated with dangerously low temperatures and carbon monoxide poisoning
We have been helping families save money and conserve energy since 1979.
Organization! Southeast Colorado Renewable Energy Society
From their website:
The Southeast Colorado Renewable Energy Society (SECRES) is a chapter of CRES, whose members come from the Arkansas River drainage – Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and the southeastern section of the state. SECRES was founded in June 2003 to promote, educate and advocate for solar and renewable energy.
If you’d like to learn more about renewable energy, or connect with the renewable energy community in our region, please join us!
Vote for the Greenie Awards
Monday, April 20, 2015
Resource! Energy Myths
Turn off those florescent lights and your computers and monitors. Don't believe the myths. The University of Oregon offers this information on common household myths:
Energy Conservation Myths
Energy Conservation Myths
Friday, April 17, 2015
Resource! Sustainability Quotes
Check out the quotations on this website, one of many collecting the wisdom of the ages about living sustainably:
Sustainable Baby Steps
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Event! Spring into your Backyard Series: Seed Saving Secrets and Seed Exchange
In
this exciting presentation you will be introduced to the basic seed
saving techniques for common garden vegetables. Topics include the
difference between heirloom and hybrid, proper isolation to prevent
crossing, and best choices for beginners to start with. After the
presentation there will be a seed exchange. Make sure to bring some
seeds to share!
Location: Fountain Meeting Room
Other Information:
PPLD sponsered event
Contact Number: 382-5347
Event! Tackle Trash
From the Colorado Springs Independent:
El Paso County is hosting the third annual Tackle the Trash, a County-wide “spring cleaning” event on Saturday, April 25, 2015, and encourages civic organizations, churches, scout groups, schools, families and individuals to participate.
Volunteers will pick up trash in seven specific areas around County parks, trails, town centers, public areas, creeks and roadways. This year a new pick-up area in Manitou Springs has been added to the list. County Commissioners will greet volunteers and assist with cleaning chores at various check-in sites beginning at 9 a.m. The County provides trash bags and safety vests. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gloves, bottled water and sunscreen.
“El Paso County residents are proud of this beautiful place we call home,” Commissioner Chair Dennis Hisey said. “Tackle the Trash is a great opportunity for all of us working together to spruce up the community.”
Last year, more than 500 volunteers tackled the trash. For additional information including map locations of the Check-In sites and to register for the event you can go to www.tacklethetrash.com or call 520-7871. You can also send an email to: info@tacklethetrash.com. Participants younger than 16 must be supervised by an adult.
El Paso County is hosting the third annual Tackle the Trash, a County-wide “spring cleaning” event on Saturday, April 25, 2015, and encourages civic organizations, churches, scout groups, schools, families and individuals to participate.
Volunteers will pick up trash in seven specific areas around County parks, trails, town centers, public areas, creeks and roadways. This year a new pick-up area in Manitou Springs has been added to the list. County Commissioners will greet volunteers and assist with cleaning chores at various check-in sites beginning at 9 a.m. The County provides trash bags and safety vests. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gloves, bottled water and sunscreen.
“El Paso County residents are proud of this beautiful place we call home,” Commissioner Chair Dennis Hisey said. “Tackle the Trash is a great opportunity for all of us working together to spruce up the community.”
Last year, more than 500 volunteers tackled the trash. For additional information including map locations of the Check-In sites and to register for the event you can go to www.tacklethetrash.com or call 520-7871. You can also send an email to: info@tacklethetrash.com. Participants younger than 16 must be supervised by an adult.
Event! This Saturday, Garden of the Gods Earthday Celebration
Don't miss this Saturday's event in Garden of the Gods. Something for everyone in the family. See the full schedule here.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Resource! Colorado Springs Utilities Efficiency Rebates
From the Colorado Springs Utilities Website:
Whether you are remodeling your home or just trying to reduce your
monthly utility bill, we are here to help with money-saving rebates on
energy and water efficient products.
Start by identifying areas in your home where you may be wasting valuable energy and water by completing a free home energy audit and
review our water efficiency resource pages. When you take advantage of
these efficiency tips and recommendations, you can reduce your usage,
lower your utility costs and save natural resources.
Next, you can put money back in your pocket by taking advantage of
rebates for efficiency upgrades, appliances, irrigation and renewable
energy.
Start saving now.
Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Don't miss all our March posts!
Many upcoming events, classes, and ongoing resources and organizations are highlighted in our March posts. Be sure and look back at those as well! And you can always search by labels listed to the right, all applicable posts.
Event! Tween Shrink Your Carbon Footprint Program
Cheyenne Mountain Library is having a sustainability program for tweens. Here's the event on their Facebook page.
Thursday, April 2, 2015
Event! Bear Creek Nature Center Spring Programs
Bear Creek Nature Center is having a Sustainability series as well as many other great programs. Check out their spring schedule here. And be sure to register.
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