ClimateWise
Physical Address: 215 N Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80524 Climate WiseClimate Wise is a free, voluntary City of Fort Collins program that is dedicated to helping local business and the environment. Through environmental assessments and creative solutions, the City of Fort Collins Climate Wise Team helps businesses tackle modern-day business challenges that impact bottom lines and the quality of life in Fort Collins. Read on to learn how your business can be part of the more than 180 elite local companies that have joined the Fort Collins Climate Wise program. 2010 myClimateWise WorkshopsClimate Wise will be offering two project reporting / myClimateWise training workshops in early 2010. Both workshops will be held at Cafe Columbine (802 W Drake Rd). Mark your calendar for the date most convenient for you - click here to register.
Quarterly New Partner OrientationsWe are starting a new series of quarterly new partner orientations. The first orientation will be held at the Community Room located at 215 N. Mason Street on Thursday, March 4th from 4:00 - 5:00 PM. All new partners are welcome to attend. Watch for sign-up information in February. EnvirOvation - A Climate Wise Showcase
The City of Fort Collins hosts this celebration of business innovation and environmental stewardship annually. The event recognizes organizational commitment and green initiatives by local businesses and organizations. Green in Action Series - presented by the Fort Collins Area Chamber of CommerceLocation: Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce, 225 S. Meldrum Street, Fort CollinsWhen: First Wednesday of each month, starting February 3rd Time: 8:15 a.m.-- 9:00 a.m. These are sanctioned Climate Wise events. No RSVPs needed, however, you must sign in. Partner Profile: Larimer CountyLarimer County is the seventh largest county in Colorado and encompasses 2,640 square miles. The Larimer County Government is currently working toward reducing its impact on the environment. In 2006 the County formed a green practices committee to address environmental issues and help the county fulfill its mission statement of reducing the environmental footprint of County government. Read Larimer County's full profile here (pdf). Read past partner profiles here. How Does Climate Wise Work?The goal of the Climate Wise program is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by promoting waste reduction, energy savings, alternative transportation, water conservation, and practicing pollution prevention. Businesses that join the program are provided with free:
What does Climate Wise do for Fort Collins?The Climate Wise program is helping the Fort Collins community meet some of its greenhouse gas reduction goals highlighted in the Local Action Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions that was adopted by the Fort Collins City Council. So far, participating businesses in the Climate Wise program reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 100,000 tons of CO2e per year (as of 2008). This represents more than 40% of Fort Collins' overall reduction. Already a Climate Wise Partner?Exisiting Climate Wise Partners have access to a variety of resources and networking opportunities.
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This year EnvirOvation will be held on Thursday, April 8th from 3:00 - 5:00 PM at the Drake Centre (802 W. Drake Road). The event is free to the public - watch for registration details.