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Biz Ed: A Free Educational Series for Businesses Presents Think Outside the Car, May 16
Released on Thursday, April 26th, 2012
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Patty BignerCustomer and Employee Relations Manager
(970) 416-2432
http://www.fcgov.com/biz-ed
Fort Collins Utilities and ClimateWise invite local business members to the next free Biz Ed program, Think Outside the Car, May 16, 7:30-9 a.m., Rocky Mountain Innosphere, 320 E. Vine Dr. This monthly series is designed to help business customers of all sizes save money and improve operational efficiencies with an emphasis on sustainable practices and the environment.
Registration is required (breakfast served): http://www.fcgov.com/biz-ed, or (970) 221-6700.
Think Outside the Car provides ideas to encourage employees and customers to reach your business through smart, sustainable modes of travel. Topics will include a variety of strategies from incentive programs to facility adjustments that promote smart travel modes such as bicycling and transit.
Also on the agenda is a preview of how the construction of MAX, a Bus Rapid Transit line, along the Mason Corridor will transform the ability for people to travel without a car to major destinations and activity centers throughout Fort Collins.
Alternative transportation is encouraged, as parking is limited. Free bus passes are available; call (970) 416-2032.
Other programs in this year’s series include:
Reduce Operating Costs through Energy Efficiency
June 13, 7:30-9 a.m.
Take advantage of new cooling rebates and existing support for energy efficiency projects to reduce operating costs and environmental impacts.
Living in a Watershed
July 18, 7:30-9 a.m.
Discover what lives in our watershed and what you can do to keep our streams and rivers clean.
Advanced Meter Fort Collins
August 15, 7:30-9 a.m.
Learn what Utilities’ new advanced metering system can do for your business.
Advanced Waste Reduction
September 19, 7:30-9 a.m.
Improve operational efficiency through waste reduction practices that go beyond traditional recycling.
Know the Facts: Rates and Rebates
October 17, 7:30-9 a.m.
Learn about the 2013 rates and the programs designed to help you mitigate costs with efficiency upgrades and rebates.
Green Office Solutions
December 19, 7:30-9 a.m.
Discover how to lower operating costs through sustainable business practices.
For more information on any of the programs, e-mail , call (970) 221-6700 or TDD (970) 224-6003.
Registration is required (breakfast served): http://www.fcgov.com/biz-ed, or (970) 221-6700.
Think Outside the Car provides ideas to encourage employees and customers to reach your business through smart, sustainable modes of travel. Topics will include a variety of strategies from incentive programs to facility adjustments that promote smart travel modes such as bicycling and transit.
Also on the agenda is a preview of how the construction of MAX, a Bus Rapid Transit line, along the Mason Corridor will transform the ability for people to travel without a car to major destinations and activity centers throughout Fort Collins.
Alternative transportation is encouraged, as parking is limited. Free bus passes are available; call (970) 416-2032.
Other programs in this year’s series include:
Reduce Operating Costs through Energy Efficiency
June 13, 7:30-9 a.m.
Take advantage of new cooling rebates and existing support for energy efficiency projects to reduce operating costs and environmental impacts.
Living in a Watershed
July 18, 7:30-9 a.m.
Discover what lives in our watershed and what you can do to keep our streams and rivers clean.
Advanced Meter Fort Collins
August 15, 7:30-9 a.m.
Learn what Utilities’ new advanced metering system can do for your business.
Advanced Waste Reduction
September 19, 7:30-9 a.m.
Improve operational efficiency through waste reduction practices that go beyond traditional recycling.
Know the Facts: Rates and Rebates
October 17, 7:30-9 a.m.
Learn about the 2013 rates and the programs designed to help you mitigate costs with efficiency upgrades and rebates.
Green Office Solutions
December 19, 7:30-9 a.m.
Discover how to lower operating costs through sustainable business practices.
For more information on any of the programs, e-mail , call (970) 221-6700 or TDD (970) 224-6003.