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2011 Residential Environmental Program Series brochure (PDF 1.8MB)
For more information, contact Utilities.
Sponsored by the City of Fort Collins Utilities and Natural Resources departments.
2011 Residential Environmental Program Series brochure (PDF 1.8MB)
For more information, contact Utilities.
Sponsored by the City of Fort Collins Utilities and Natural Resources departments.
Presentations
Learn how the Community Energy Challenge can help you hook energy savings in your home. Experts explore myths around home electricity use and help you catch energy savings.
Presentations
Find out how Xeriscape contributes to lower maintenance and water conservation. Tanya Fisher, Colorado Vista Landscape Design, offers eco-friendly landscaping ideas beyond the basic seven principles of Xeriscape.
Dig up a selection of tree species to reduce your water and energy use. Locating the best place to plant a tree and knowing the trees characteristics are also important energy conservation factors.
Loretta Mannix, The Horticulture Consultant, shares alternative landscaping ideas that reduce lawn area, create usable spaces and enhance visual appeal. Design an attractive, low water-using landscape following the principles of Xeriscape.
Landscape Designers Anne Clark and Sally Guthart share a selection of trees, shrubs and perennials that make a desirable addition to your urban garden. Integrate water-wise plants into your landscape to create seasonal interest and year-round beauty.
Learn about plans to install digital "smart" meters throughout the homes, schools and businesses in the community. Discover the benefits this program will offer you and Fort Collins Utilities.
Ease your curiosity about how to recycle your household yard and food waste and learn the art and science of backyard composting. Get a sneak peek on the basics of raising hens (chickens love kitchen scraps).
Presentations
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