2010 Residential Environmental Program Series (PDF 822KB)
Free Public Programs
Sponsored by: Fort Collins Utilities and Natural Resources
All programs are from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesdays (no registration necessary)
at the Drake Centre, 802 W. Drake Rd.
Sustainability PLUS (PDF)
Wednesday, Feb. 10
Start living more sustainably and create an eco-conscious home. Local specialists will discuss home and yard tips, food choices and green purchasing. Local organizations will host discussion groups for more in-depth information.
- Presentation
- Introduction (PDF 2MB)
- Home Grown Food (PDF 13MB)
- Local Matters and Sustainability (PDF 2MB)
- Destination: More Eco-Friendly Homes (PDF 587KB)
- Renewable Energy Homes (PDF 418KB)
- Video streaming
Energy Efficiency for Home Comfort: Finding Solutions (Part 1) (PDF)
Wednesday, Feb. 17
Learn how Fort Collins Utilities' Home Efficiency Program audits can identify problems related to energy and water use, indoor comfort, air quality and moisture levels. Enter for a chance to win a free audit.
- Presentation
- Introduction (PDF 1MB)
- Home Efficiency Audit Program (PDF 1MB)
- Energy Efficiency for Home Comfort (PDF 418KB)
- Video streaming
Eco-Friendly Homes: Inside and Out (PDF)
Wednesday, Feb. 24
Create a healthier indoor environment for your family and reduce toxins through green-cleaning, lawn care products, and eco-paints.
- Presentation
- Introduction (PDF 1MB)
- Asbestos, Mold, and Lead-Based Paint (PDF 1MB)
- Household Hazardous Waste Information (PDF 64KB)
- Radon in Homes (PDF 404KB)
- Pesticide-Free Lawn Care (PDF 5MB)
- Video streaming
Take an Environmental 'Stay-cation' (PDF)
Wednesday, March 3
Hear ideas for a great stay-at-home vacation (stay-cation), including natural areas to visit, local events and off-the-beaten-path destinations.
- Presentation
- Take an Environmental 'Staycation' (PDF 11MB)
- Video Stream
Energy Efficiency for Home Comfort: Finding Solutions (Part 2) (PDF)
Wednesday, March 10
The problems have been identified-so, now what? Learn which local contractors can help you get the job done correctly and what financial incentives are available.
- Presentation
- Doug Swartz - Home Efficiency Program (PDF 1MB)
- JKG consulting - Examples from the Field (PDF 2MB)
- Video streaming
Making the Change to Xeriscape (PDF)
Wednesday, March 24
Ken Ball, landscape architect and 'father' of Xeriscape, will help you understand the process of landscape renovation.
- Presentation
- Making the Change to Xeriscape (PDF 10MB)
- Video Stream
Birds and Bugs in Your Backyard (PDF)
Wednesday, March 31
Local experts Boris Kondratieff, CSU and Dave Leatherman, retired CSFS, will provide tips on how to welcome and observe a variety of birds and beneficial insects in your yard.
- Presentation
- Boris Kondratieff presentation (PDF 7.1MB)
- Dave Leatherman presentation (PDF 2.1MB)
- Video Stream
Xeriscape by Design (PDF)
Wednesday, April 7
Landscape Architect Wendy Booth, Ivy Street Design, will share basic design principles to help you create a beautiful landscape for year-round enjoyment.
- Presentation
- Wendy Booth presentation (PDF 28 MB)
- "Xeriscape by Design" Video
Get X-Rated: Great Xeriscape Plants (PDF)
Wednesday, April 21
Harriet McMillan, horticulture specialist, Echter's Garden Center, will introduce you to X-Rated plants suitable for low water-using landscapes.
Movie Night (PDF)
Wednesday, May 5
Chuck Davis' documentary The Nature of Cities provides insight on what aspects make a city a great place to live. The film highlights key points in creating a more sustainable city for this and future generations. After the movie, join City staff for a compelling discussion.
Home Composting Seminar (PDF 653KB)
Wednesday, May 19
Learn how to compost yard waste and kitchen scraps to create soil amendments. Gardens on Spring Creek will host a follow-up workshop at the Urban Gardening Festival, June 5-6. Details will be posted at fcgov.com/gardens.
Please help us make this a zero-waste event series.
For more information, call (970) 221-6700
Past Events
Looking for a presentation from an event you missed? Call Utilities at (970) 221-6700 or e-mail