Welcome to the monthly e-news updating you on Boulder's ClimateSmart campaign. The Changing Times provides current information on programs and initiatives run by the city of Boulder’s Climate Action Plan team.
About Climate Smart
The ClimateSmart campaign is a five-year initiative supporting the goals of Boulder’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) which outlines the city’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 22% below 2006 levels by 2012. ClimateSmart programs are managed by the city of Boulder’s Office of Environmental Affairs and are funded by the 2006 CAP tax, with additional financial support from Boulder County. General information: http://www.beclimatesmart.com/about/
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News and Announcements
ClimateSmart launch in Central Park officially kicks off 5-year carbon reductions program! The ClimateSmart team introduced its new website and programs at Boulder's Farmer's Market on Saturday, September 8. Pledge to sign up on the Count Me In section of the website and check out the YouTube-style videos
of your friends and neighbors! Email us about your experience visiting our website and its carbon calculator.
Deadline fast approaching to apply for the Home Energy Makeover contest! (postmark deadline 9/22)
Volunteers needed for October Neighborhood Energy Sweep! (Boulder 10/6; Longmont 10/13).
October is national Energy Awareness Month! As winter approaches, it's a great time to sign up for a residential energy audit! One of the easiest actions is to switch out incandescent bulbs with energy saving compact fluorescents (CFL) bulbs. Look for our coupon discounts at local hardware stores. Call 303-441-3878 for more information.
September 2007 Featured Program: Business Performance Program
Fifty-six percent of the city's greenhouse gas emissions in 2006 came from the commercial/industrial sector. Significant reductions are needed in this area so call now to arrange for a free energy assessment for your commercial building or business. Project management assistance with implementation of energy improvements is included! Call 303-441-4191 or visit learn more here.
Upcoming Event Highlights
Friday, Sept 14 – Sunday, October 6 – EcoArts 2007
Arts & Science based events presented by 27 collaborating organizations with panels, performances, talks, workshops, exhibits, films, and tours exploring climate change and the possibilities for a sustainable future
Location: Various locations throughout Boulder, Lyons, Ft. Collins, Denver, and Weld County www.ecoartsonline.org or 303.449.2128 for more information
Sunday, September 23 – Sunday, September 30
The Center for ReSource Conservation proudly presents Boulder Solar Week 2007, a premier event for homeowners to learn about renewable energy and green building technologies. This year’s event’s include an all day Conference & Expo and Evening Workshops
throughout the week with an amazing lineup of speakers and topics including passive solar design, geothermal, solar thermal & PV, high performance heating and cooling systems and a keynote address by Hunter Lovins on the Business Case for Climate Protection. Then, don’t miss your opportunity to see some of these cutting edge technologies in operation in 13 homes throughout Boulder County at the CRC’s 12th Annual Tour of Solar & Green Built Homes
on Sunday September 30th For information and to register visit http://www.conservationcenter.org/e_solarhometour.htm or call 303-441-3278 ext. 13
Friday, Sept 28 - Sunday, Sept 30
A Renaissance of Local! Building community self-sufficiency and strength to the local economy
http://www.bouldercountygoinglocal.com/festival-expo.html
Location: Planet Bluegrass, Lyons
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Thanks for joining the ClimateSmart initiative – if you haven’t yet, go to our website and pledge online to reduce your carbon footoprint. Together we can achieve a sustainable energy future, one home and one business at a time. Add www.beClimateSmart.com to your 'favorites' NOW, and please tell your friends and neighbors what you are doing to make a difference.
Yours,
Beth Powell
Marketing & Outreach Coordinator
Climate Action Plan Programs
City of Boulder / Office of Environmental Affairs
303-441-1846
www.beClimateSmart.com |
