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The 6th Annual Earth Day 5K Run/Walk and Expo
Back to a fast course with a strong commitment to a low-waste event
Celebrate Boulder's biggest Earth Day event and support the CRC by participating in the Earth Day 5K Run/Walk and Expo on Sunday, April 20th at the CU-Boulder Research Park on Colorado Boulevard. The race is an official Bolder Boulder qualifier, and we expect close to 1,000 people to participate this year. We will be working with all race exhibitors and sponsors to keep the event as minimum waste as possible and hope to generate less than ½ of a bag of trash.
The race begins at 9am. The pre-registration entry fee is $20 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. On race day, the entry fee is $25 for adults and $10 for children. A limited amount of paper entry forms will soon be available at local running companies. In the meantime, participants are encouraged to pre-register online at www.active.com.
Calling all Gardeners!
Garden-in-a-Box on sale now!
Residents of Boulder, Longmont and Loveland can choose from one of our three professionally designed, pre-planned xeriscape gardens. Design choices include Heavenly Hell, Water-Wise Sunrise and Cool Connection. In addition to all the plants, all orders come with detailed planting instructions, a design key and helpful tips on xeriscaping. These are a great bargain and a great way to take steps towards becoming more water-wise! Click here to view the designs or to order.
City of Boulder residents can also purchase drip kits and battery operated control clocks to help efficiently water their newly planted gardens. Both products are eligible for a 50% rebate through the City of Boulder. The CRC is also offering Eco-Cycle’s microbe-brew compost as well as free mulch to Boulder residents to help encourage happy, healthy plant growth. To order any of these products click here.
Looking for Trees that will Thrive In Boulder?
CRC’s Trees Across Boulder program has what you’re looking for
Boulder residents can purchase a tree through the CRC’s Trees Across Boulder program. We have everything from small flowering trees to large shade trees. All species are $50 each, are 1 ¼ caliper inch and range from 6-8 feet at the time of pick-up. The trees were chosen by the Urban Forestry Department for their ability to thrive in Boulder’s climate. Click here for detailed tree descriptions or to place an order. Free mulch available for the trees on the pick-up date.
Want to Learn about Water-Wise Landscaping?
Free xeriscape seminars scheduled for April 7th-12th
Whether you’re new to xeriscaping or an advanced gardener looking for great tips from seasoned professionals, our seminars are sure to have something for you. All of our seminars are free and open to the public. For detailed seminar descriptions or to register click here. This is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to learn how to plant or care for their newly purchased Garden in a Box or tree. We hope to see you there!
Solar PV and Solar Thermal Funding Opportunities for Local Nonprofits
ClimateSmart and Namaste Solar Electric announce grant programs
Two new grant programs will help local nonprofits that want to reduce their carbon footprint. In the past, community nonprofits were forced to make a financial choice between serving their own unique missions and saving the environment. Now, thanks to the City of Boulder’s Climate Smart Program and Namaste Solar Electric, nonprofits can apply for grants to partially or in some cases fully fund the costs related to harnessing energy from the sun. For more information or to apply for the ClimateSmart Solar Grant Fund available for solar thermal and solar PV systems in Boulder click here. For more information or to apply for Namaste’s grant program for solar PV available throughout the Boulder and Denver area, click here.
Discounted CFLs at Boulder King Soopers
Now saving money with CFL's is even easier
Xcel Energy is implementing a CFL promotion with King Soopers stores in the Colorado electric service area beginning 2/13/08. The promotion will offer a four pack of CFLs for $3.99 at participating stores. The promotion will last while special promotion packs are available. Xcel Energy has contracted to sell 200,000 units. More info can be found in Xcel’s February bill insert.
Please Welcome our New Energy Division DIrector, Debbie Fox
Energy is back in the Energy Division
Debbie joined the CRC as the new Energy Division Director in February of 2008. She comes to the CRC with 13 years of experience with project management, stakeholder development and education while working in the environmental field in Los Angeles where she worked with academic institutions, non profit organizations, government agencies, and businesses. Debbie has served in a variety of management positions, most recently as the Manager of Strategic Partnerships for TreePeople. Debbie holds a degree in Public Policy and Management from the University of Southern California. She spends her free time with her husband cooking, skiing, hiking with their dog and traveling to learn new perspectives from foreign cultures.
Spenser Villwock promoted to Deputy Director of CRC
In recognition of a job well done
Spenser Villwock has been promoted to Deputy Director at the Center for ReSource Conservation. Spenser has been serving as the Senior Program Manager of the ReSource since last year. He will continue to head the ReSource division and will also be overseeing the Program Directors of the CRC's Water and Energy Divisions.
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