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2010 Business Environmental Program Series

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Leading-edge environmental programs from a business perspective

Learn about City services and programs, best practices and new technologies - many of which offer conservation and cost-saving opportunities for your business.

Program Information


The Next Wave for Conservation and Sustainability

Tuesday, Sep. 14

Discover successful business strategies to integrate the environmental, economic and social elements of sustainability. Presenters: Tom Plant, Governor’s Energy Office, and Brian Dunbar, Institute for the Built Environment.

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Fort Collins’ Smart Grid

Tuesday, Sep. 28

Learn about plans to install "smart" meters in Fort Collins and the potential implications for homes and businesses in our community. Share the positive changes your business may experience.

Restaurants: A Menu of Cost-Saving and Environmental Choices

Tuesday, Oct. 5

Find out how restaurants can conserve energy and water; reduce, reuse and recycle; and improve water quality. Cost-saving practices and technologies will be discussed.

Beyond the Bin: Advanced Recycling Strategies

Tuesday, Oct. 19

Reach the next level of recycling through organic digestion, waste co-ops, balers, construction debris and alternative cleaning methods.

Greening the Fort

Tuesday, Oct. 26

Bring your comments and feedback to this presentation on Fort Collins’ Green Building Program. Hear updates regarding proposed codes and the recognition/incentive program.

Water Smart Landscapes

Tuesday, Nov. 9

Discover how small changes-from efficient watering to Xeriscape-can result in a big water savings for businesses of all sizes and homeowner's associations.

Rx for an Efficient Business

Tuesday, Nov. 16

Explore a "holistic" approach to energy and water efficiency by viewing your entire business as a complex system of employees, customers, facility, profitability and environment.


Past Events

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