2009 Residential Environmental Program Series
Free Public ProgramSponsored by: Fort Collins Utilities, Natural Resources, Transportation and City Manager’s Office
All programs are from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesdays (no registration necessary) Sustainability 101 (PDF)Wednesday, Jan 28thStart living more sustainably and make your home into a more eco-conscious place. Local vendors will discuss home and yard tips, food choices, green purchasing and volunteer opportunities. Related Documents
Net-Zero Energy Homes (PDF)Wednesday, Feb 4thJoin Paul Norton, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, and Jeff Lebesch, Fort Collins net-zero home owner, to learn about local and regional net-zero energy homes and the lessons learned in building them. Related Documents
Peak Oil: Challenges and Responses (PDF)Wednesday, Feb 11thSpecialists Steve Andrews, Morey Wolfson and Kyle Saunders will discuss world oil production. Experience a Google-Earth fly-over of the world’s energy hot spots, learn the history and current state of oil supply, and potential responses. Related Documents
Your Electric Bill: Take Control (PDF)Wednesday, Feb 25thTake control of your home’s electricity bills by learning how your usage stacks up, when and where those electrons are used and how to reduce costs. Bring your electric bill. Related Documents
Innovative Transportation Projects (PDF)Wednesday, Mar 4thDiscover new and exciting projects and developments in Fort Collins and how these sensible modes of transportation can fit your lifestyle. Related Documents Nature Next Door: Discover New Places (PDF)Wednesday, Mar 11thFort Collins has a unique network of natural areas and trails to hike, bike or ride your horse. Take a virtual tour to learn about the recreation opportunities of your favorite and new sites. Related Documents
Tree Pruning Basics (PDF)Wednesday, Mar 18thLearn tree-pruning techniques from City Forester Tim Buchanan that will prepare you to do your own pruning or hire a licensed arborist. Follow up field demonstration on Saturday, March 28. Related Documents
Xeriscape Basics: Gardening with Nature (PDF)Wednesday, Mar 25thPut nature to work. Susan Tweit, garden designer and award-winning author, will explain what Xeriscape is and illustrate the basic principles that are sustainable and good for the earth. Related Documents
The Nature of the Poudre River (PDF)Wednesday, Apr 1stVirtually explore natural places enjoyed along the Cache la Poudre river from headwaters through Fort Collins . Discover fascinating wildlife, top-notch recreation and a respite from the urban environment. Related Documents
Xeriscape by Design (PDF)Wednesday, Apr 15thJoin Jocelyn Chilvers, garden designer and author, to discover how to design smart Xeriscapes for existing and new areas. Related Documents
Dandy Doable Plants for a Xeriscape (PDF)Wednesday, Apr 22ndGreat choices exist when selecting plants that suit our local landscapes. David Winger, The Hudson Gardens horticulturist, will share his favorite Xeriscape flowers, shrubs and trees and introduce new varieties. Related Documents
Resource for Bicycling in Fort Collins (PDF)Wednesday, Apr 29thMake bicycling your method of transportation. Learn about local bike advocacy and recreation organizations. Test ride ’09 bikes and enjoy helmet giveaways, bike prizes and music. Related Documents Climate Change: What’s the Scoop? (PDF)Wednesday, May 6thWhat’s fact or fiction when it comes to climate change? This nuts-and-bolts presentation will explain climate change, what it means to us and what we can do. Then draw your own conclusions. Related Documents
Home Composting Seminar (PDF)Wednesday, May 13thLearn how to compost yard waste and kitchen scraps to create soil amendments. Follow up at the Get Down and Dirty Festival, Saturday, May 16. Related Documents
Soapstone Prairie and Red Mountain Preview (PDF)Wednesday, May 20th
Discover something for everyone—wide open vistas, 30 miles of trails, cultural history and wildlife—at the preview of the Soapstone Prairie Natural Area and Red Mountain Open Space, both opening June 6. Related Documents
Please help us make this a zero-waste event series. Past EventsLooking for a presentation from an event you missed? Contact Utilities at (970) 221-6700 or e-mail |