Don’t Miss the Global Warming Expo - Thursday April 3
Come to the Boulder Theatre for GWE and be inspired, educated, and moved to take action
The GWE is a cultural phenomenon that blends entertainment, art, science, business and politics. It creates a community event for individuals to meet and respond to global warming with inspiration and personal power. This year’s Global Warming Expo includes music by Face, dance by Third Law, the award winning movie Kilowatt Ours, and a presentation by NSIDC lead scientist Ted Scambos. And, all attendees receive a Global Warming Action Kit with discount coupons and items worth up to $1,000. This is a great show and not to be missed!
On Your Mark. Get Set. Register for the Earth Day 5K!
Mark your calendars for April 20th.
Only 3 weeks and counting until the CRC’s Earth Day 5K Run/Walk and Expo! It’s not too late to strap on those running shoes and jump start your spring training routine. And what better motivation than celebrating Earth Day and supporting resource conservation? We have a fantastic array of local sponsors and organizations, including Bella Energy, Clif Bar, Climate Smart, Crocs, CU Environment Center, Fast Forward Sports, Mix One, Namaste Solar, and Whole Foods, joining forces to help make this event a fun day of community bonding and celebration.
The race starts promptly at 9:30 a.m on April 20. In partnership with Eco-Cycle, we encourage everyone to sign up on www.active.com to keep this event as paperless and zero-waste as possible. Race applications can also be picked up at the CRC, Fleet Feet Sports on Broadway, or the Boulder Running Company on Pearl Street. The pre-registration entry fee is $20 for adults and $8 for children 12-and-under; race day registration at CU Track/Potts Field is $25/$10. The first 750 people to register receive a cool aluminum water bottle and a reusable grocery bag. And don’t forget that in honor of Earth Day, Crocs is giving a new pair of shoes to the first 50 people to recycle a worn out pair of Crocs.
Xeriscape – 60% Less Water, 100% more beautiful
CRC programs provide the knowledge and tools for you to get started with your own xeriscape.
CRC presents the Free Water-Wise Landscape Seminar Series April 7th-12th. All classes are free and open to the public and are held at locations throughout Boulder and Longmont.
Monday 4/7, 6-8pm: Intro to Xeriscaping - Mike Ransom, Robert Howard Associates
Tuesday 4/8, 6-8pm: Intro to Xeriscaping - Curtis Manning, Curtis Manning Design
Wednesday 4/9, 6-8pm: Trees: Selection, Care and Maintenance - Kathleen Alexander, City of Boulder
Thursday 4/10, 6-8pm: The Tricks of Xeriscaping - Mikl Brauner, Harlequin’s Gardens
Friday 4/11, 6-8pm: Landscaping for Conservation – Jeannine Shaw, CRC
Saturday 4/12, 9:30-11:30pm: Renovating an Existing Landscape to Xeriscape - Alison Peck, Matrix Gardens
For more information, locations, or to register click here. See what you can learn in just two hours!
After attending one of our classes you’ll surely be excited to put your new xeriscaping knowledge to use. So get your hands dirty this spring and plant a Garden-in-a-Box! All you have to do is choose from one of three unique designs and we’ll provide the design layout, plants and maintenance instructions. Some designs are already selling out so make sure to order yours soon! Click here to view the designs or to place an order.
Plant a Tree to Help Offset your Carbon Footprint!
The CRC presents the 2nd annual Trees Across Boulder Sale
In partnership with the City of Boulder, Boulder residents can choose from 8 different tree species for just $50 each. The trees were chosen by the Urban Forestry Department for their ability to thrive in the Boulder. Trees will be available for pick-up on Saturday May 3rd. The selected trees include:
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Ohio Buckeye
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Ruby Red Horsechestnut
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Western Catalpa
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Hackberry
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Thornless Cockspur Hawthorn
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'Cleveland Select' pear
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Bur Oak
- Red Oak
For more information or to purchase a tree click here.
GRID-TIED PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) DESIGN & INSTALLATION
Presented by the CRC and SEI
Participants in our spring Grid-Tied Photovoltaic workshop learn how to use PV technology to produce electricity from the sun through practical design and installation of PV systems. The course covers system sizing, site analysis, hardware specification and component selection for typical applications and case study examples. Participants will learn installation approaches in a laboratory environment, tour working PV systems in the field and learn the proper use of tools and safety precautions.
The PV Design & Installation class is taught by professional solar energy educators from Solar Energy International (SEI). SEI is the nation’s leading solar energy training institute, with a 15-year history of education in renewable energy technologies around the world.
Date: May 27th-31st, 2008
Cost: $850
For more information or to register click here. For questions or to register by email click here.
This course is certified by the Institute of Sustainable Power (ISP) and fulfills one of the requirements for ISP’s national photovoltaic certification ISP. Also, by receiving a ‘Certificate of Completion’ in the Photovoltaic Design & Installation workshops you qualify to take the NABCEP “Certificate of Knowledge” exam. Click here for more information.
Know Someone Looking for a Summer Job in the Environmental Field?
The CRC is hiring dedicated individuals for the position of Slow the Flow Irrigation Auditor
Slow the Flow auditors will meet one-on-one with homeowners to educate them about water conservation as it relates to sprinkler system efficiency and watering practices. In each appointment the auditor will:
• Perform a visual inspection to pin-point any problems or leaks
• Measure the precipitation rate of the sprinkler system
• Perform tests to determine how evenly the water is covering the intended area
• Take a soil sample to determine root depth and soil type
• Provide a customized watering schedule
• Make recommendations on how to make the sprinkler system more efficient
Auditors can expect to be outside and active for the majority of the day and will get wet!
We especially need auditors in South and East Denver. For a detailed job description click here.
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