Events : Archive

Past Environmental Center Events

05/17/05

Boulder Creek Watershed Forum
May 17, 7:00 PM
Boulder Public Library Auditorium

Greg McCabe, US Geological Survey, "Global, regional, and local climate factors controlling water availability."

Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments.

03/31/05 - 05/05/05

Become a Master Composter!

The Boulder County Master Composter Program is now accepting applications for the 2005 class where participants are trained to be experts in composting. After training, Master Composters then provide education to the community about how to compost!

This year's course will be held Thursdays, March 31st -May 5th 6:00-8:30pm, with a final class on Saturday,  May 7th, 9am-12noon. Participants are asked to attend all classes, which will be held at the Boulder County Recycling Center, 1901 63rd Street in Boulder. The cost for the training is $70 in addition to 20 hours of required community service to be completed before December 31st, 2005. For an application, call the Center for ReSource Conservation, 303-441-3278, or the Boulder County Cooperative Extension, 303-678-6238. You can also find one at www.conservationcenter.org. Y ou may also stop by their offices and pick one up before the application deadline of March 10th. The class is limited to 30 participants and spaces fill quickly. This program is a proud partnership of the Center for ReSource Conservation, the CSU Cooperative Extension-Boulder County, and the Boulder County Resource Conservation Division.

04/26/05

Boulder Creek Watershed Forum
April 26, 7:00 PM
Boulder Public Library Auditorium

Theo Colborn, Author of "Our Stolen Future", "Stealth chemicals and their impact on wildlife and human health."

Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments.

04/14/05

CAMPUS ENVIRONMENTAL ROUNDTABLE -
Thursday, April 14, 10:00am-1:00pm, UMC 245
Please RSVP by April 11th by replying to this email or calling 2-8308 if you
plan to attend the luncheon.

This roundtable will feature presentations on the following topics:

Environmental Studies Program: challenges in interdisciplinary education,
presentation/ discussion about the state of and future direction of the ENVS
program (Jim White, Director of Environmental Studies Program)

Integrated Pest Management Update (Ed von Bleichert, Facilities Management
Environmental Operations Manager)

Energy and Water Conservation Update (Moe Tabrizi, Facilities Management
Energy Officer)

UCSU Energy Efficiency Fund Update  (Karen Mozes, UCSU Environmental
Center)

04/13/05

Bike Bash
April 13th from 10 - 3pm in the Fine Art's Lawn.

Come join us in celebrating the arrival of the new bike station.  There will be LIVE MUSIC, FREE FOOD, FREE BIKE TUNES, and TONS OF FUN.  You can also get your bike registered to help prevent theft.  So stop on by and celebrate the start of the cycling season in style.

Sponsored By:

03/11/05

Friday, March 11  1:30 - 4ish
National Renewable Energy Lab Tour
Golden (Meet at UMC to carpool)

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colorado develops renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies and practices, advances related science and engineering, and transfers knowledge and innovations to address the nation's energy and environmental goals.  Its vision is to be the world's preeminent institution for advancing these technologies from concept to adoption.  Its research areas include wind, solar, biomass, hydrogen, geothermal,distributed energy, vehicle technologies, green buildings, and more.  If you'd like an introduction to any of these areas from the global experts who research them, join us on this tour!  Sign up at the Environmental Center, UMC room 355.  Contact: Darren.Legge@colorado.edu; (303) 523-0692 for more info.

03/09/05

Recycling X-Games
March 9th 11 am - 3 pm
UMC Fountain

On Wednesday March 9th from 11 am - 3 pm RecycleMania presents the Recycling X Games. Prizes include Dell MP3 players, Lift tickets to Eldora and gift certificates from your favorite local businesses. Participate in individual games throughout the day including the Can Guess, the Phonebook Shot-put, Recycle Ball, the Pizza Box Toss, and the Dumpster Dive.  Teams of four can compete in the Art Recycling competition, Recycle Pong, the Recycle Relay or Volleyball Tournament.  Sign up your team of four now! The deadline to sign up is Monday March 7th, 5:00 pm. It's first come first serve, and space is limited.  Individuals do not need to sign up in advance. Interesting in volunteering at the X-Games? Help set up, referee, assist in games and more! We need you to make the event a success! Sign up here.

02/04/05

Green Products Expo
Friday, February 4
11am-3pm
University Memorial Center 235

The Expo (held in conjunction with the Colorado Sustainability Summit) will feature environmentally-oriented products and services geared to institutional applications. Vendors, manufacturers and distributors will show a wide variety of innovative, sustainable and cost-effective products from food and paper products to energy conservation services. Representatives from nearly all of Colorado's colleges and universities and other interested purchasing agents will attend. Deadline for vendor registration is January 10, 2005.

02/03/05 - 02/04/05

Colorado Sustainability Summit: Forging Solutions at Colorado's Colleges and Universities
University Memorial Center, University of Colorado at Boulder

The Colorado Sustainability Summit will provide a forum for representatives from each of Colorado's campuses to network and learn about a variety of environmental issues facing institutions, explore ways of improving campus practices and policies, and ultimately work toward environmental and economic sustainability. The Summit will help make Colorado's colleges and universities national leaders in campus sustainability. Featured presentations include renowned architect William McDonough on sustainable development and a plenary panel composed of leading campus administrators addressing Higher Education and the Economics of Sustainability.

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02/03/05

William McDonough
Thursday, February 3
7:00pm
UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom

William McDonough is a renowned architect as well as the author of "Cradle to Cradle," where he blends ecological, social and economical philosophies into design practices for a more sustainable world.  His presentation is the featured keynote of the Colorado Sustainability Summit and will address a new conceptual framework for institutional sustainability.  Admission to Mr. McDonough's presentation is included for Summit registrants, is free for all CU students (tickets available at the door), and is also open to the public (tickets are $10 each.  Available in advance at the Boulder Theater Box Office, www.bouldertheater.com or 303-786-7030; or at the door of the event.).

01/19/05

Interested in Volunteering for the Environment?
Informative Meeting Wednesday January 19th, Hellems 252 6pm

The Environmental Center invites you to come and learn more about how easy it is to become involved with environmental causes by volunteering your time. Join us for refreshments while we talk about our student environmental groups, recycling, alternative transportation, renewable energy, energy and water conservation, earth education, the upcoming Sustainability Summit, Green Careers Fair, and more!

Questions? Call 303.492.8308, or email earthelp@colorado.edu

01/18/05

Green Careers Conference
Tuesday, January 18, 2005, 5-7 pm
Humanities 250

Learn more about environmental career opportunities in consulting, industry, green business, sustainable design, and environmental protection. Two panels of environmental employers and career experts will share employment opportunities, career advice, and inside tips in a two-hour satellite broadcast for college students.

12/07/04

Green Careers Conference 2004
Tuesday, December 7, 5-7:00pm
Hellems 252

Learn more about environmental career opportunities in consulting, industry, green business, sustainable design, and environmental protection. Two panels of environmental employers and career experts will share employment opportunities, career advice, and inside tips in a two-hour satellite broadcast for college students.

11/15/04

America Recycles Day
Monday, November 15

America Recycles Day is Monday, November 15. See what's new with CU Recycling.

10/20/04

An Evening with Robert F. Kennedy, Jr
Wednesday, October 20, 7:00pm, UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom

Sponsored by the Environmental Center and Cultural Events Board

Recently lauded by Successful Meetings magazine as a man whose message supercedes his golden name, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks with an earnestness and passion rarely seen among celebrity speakers. His reputation as a resolute defender of the environment stems from a litany of successful confrontations against governments and companies polluting the Hudson River and Long Island Sound. But Kennedy's message is more than clean water and pristine rivers. It is a call to action for people to make a contribution and a difference in their world. In his inspiring and brilliantly delivered speech, he tells of time spent with his father on the Hudson River, recalls Native American folklore, and invokes a pride in America's physical landscape that leaves audiences breathless. Kennedy's new book Crimes Against Nature is due for release in Fall 2004. It details the poor environmental record of the current Bush administration as compared to Republican and Democratic administrations of the past. Ticket info:

• Free for CU students w/ ID- advance tickets available at UMC Connection starting Sept. 1st.
• $6.00 for non-CU students- advance tickets available at the Boulder Theater Box Office (www.bouldertheater.com; 303-786-7030) starting Sept. 1st.

10/15/04

Bioneers — Visionary & Practical Solutions for Restoring the Earth & People
October 15-17, 2004 University of Colorado at Boulder

Join the preeminent gathering of leading scientific innovators & environmental visionaries who offer practical solutions to the most pressing environmental and social issues of our time for a weekend of sharing, learning & action. The main Bioneers conference in California has inspired the creation of satellite forums throughout the continent. Visit the local page for more information on the Bioneers in Boulder events and to register; visit the national page for more info on the main Bioneers conference in California.

10/15/04

Bioneers Harvest Celebration
Friday, October 15, 7-10pm, Odd Fellows Hall (downtown at 16th and Pearl)

Featuring a local, organic, seasonal dinner and live bluegrass music by Slipstream.  Ticket price is $18 for Bioneers registrants, $25 for non-registrants.  Tickets available for purchase until Monday, October 11th at www.colorado.edu/ecenter/bioneers

10/14/04

Seasons of Life and Land
A special presentation by photographer Subhankar Banerjee on the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Thursday, October 14, 7:00pm UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom.

Free and open to the public.  Sponsored by CU Environmental Center, Colorado Mountain Club, CU Museum of Natural History. In conjunction with Bioneers in Boulder, Banerjee's "Seasons of Life and Land" exhibit at the American Mountaineering Center in Golden, and the CU Museum's Endangered Treasures exhibition. Subhankar Banerjee's project documents the biodiversity of the Arctic Refuge landscape and its indigenous cultures, and educates the public on the urgent need to keep the land free of industrial development.  Banerjee's book, ARCTIC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, SEASONS OF LIFE AND LAND, chronicles Banerjee's 4,000-mile journey through the refuge over a two-year period.  Banerjee's photographs are partnered with writings from eminent conservationists and writers.  A book-signing will follow the presentation.

10/9/04

Third Annual Earth Charter Community Summit
Saturday, October 9, 9am-5pm, UMC Room 235

Free and open to the public! The Earth Charter Community Summits take place each year in over thirty locations around the world. The Earth Charter Community Summits are a grassroots effort to bring people together in cities around the world to be inspired to make the Earth Charter's principles a reality in their lives and communities. Do you believe there is hope for our future? Do you believe there is a better way to share this planet? Come be a part of a community making a difference on October 9. The day inspirational day will include inspiring speakers, entertainers, and discussion! For more information, check out www.earthchartersummits.org and www.earthcharter.org.

9/18/04

Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living  Fair
September 18-19, Fort Collins

The 5th Annual Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair is a two-day festival which educates people of all ages and backgrounds about renewable energy, natural building construction, sustainable agriculture, land-use planning, forestry and healthy living practices.  This event features speakers, exhibitors, workshops, hands-on demonstrations, vendors, entertainment, children's activities, food and more! Registration fee applies. For more info, visit www.sustainablelivingfair.org. CU Environmental Center is sponsoring a biodiesel bus to and from the fair for Saturday!  Fare is $5 roundtrip for community members and FREE for cu students. Make an advance reservation at 303-492-8308, ecenter@colorado.edu or UMC 355.  Day of is first come first serve.  Bus leaves the UMC at 10am and returns by 6pm. 

9/14/04

Register to Vote Rally with Vince Herman of Leftover Salmon
Tuesday, September 14, 12-1pm, UMC Fountain

Vince Herman of Leftover Salmon joins the CU Environmental Center and the New Voters Project in the non-partisan effort to register 8,600 CU students to vote in the 2004 election!  Come hear some great music, register to vote, or sign up to volunteer with the voter registration drive.

9/9/04

Environmental Volunteer Meeting
Thursday, September 9, 5:00pm, Hellems 252

This will be an informative meeting held on how you can get involved with the various environmental groups on campus. The Environmental Center is an umbrella organization for several environmental student groups and is the largest student run environmental center in the nation! Student groups and volunteers work on issues such as recycling, clean transportation, wilderness and rainforest protection, environmental education, renewable energy, energy conservation, and various others. If you care about the environment and want to get involved with fellow students to make a difference, volunteer!

9/9/04

Greening your Life Plant Sale
Thursday, September 9, 10am-4pm, UMC Fountain Area

A great opportunity to purchase houseplants to green your home and to visit with the Environmental Center to learn about exciting programs and opportunities for involvement. Pick up the "Green Living Guide" to go with your new plants. Three to five nurseries (TBA) will participate.

9/1/04

Sustainable Transportation Festival
September 1-2, 10am-2pm, Fine Arts Lawn

This rain or shine event will feature non-profit, university, grassroots, and corporate organizations with the goal of promoting clean energy options at CU. The fest will include information on alternative transportation such as biking on campus and in Boulder, the CU Bus Pass program, biodiesel activities on campus and in Boulder and much more. Vendors will also be in attendance with goodies and bike gear.

4/26/04 Dandelion Daze
Monday and Tuesday, April 26-27, 11am-2pm, UMC Fountain 4/22/04

Campus Environmental Awards
Thursday, April 22; 12-1pm; UMC Aspen Rooms

The Environmental Awards Ceremony will recognize individuals and departments whose efforts have improved the campus environment. RSVP for the luncheon ceremony by April 19 to ecenter@colorado.edu or 303-492-8308.

4/21/04

Environment and Politics - Tools to Win Wednesday
Wednesday, April 21 Engineering 1B40 5-9pm

Evening training sponsored by League of Conservation Voters Education Fund and the CU Environmental Center designed to provide the skills to be effective in today's political environment. Topics include: The LCV Graxssroots Toolbox, Issue and Message Development, Volunteer Recruitment, and Effective Public Speaking. Contact Andy Schultheiss at 303-440-3321 or for information and registration.

4/17/04

Boulder Earth Day 5k Run/Walk
Saturday, April 17; 9:30am; CU Research Park

The Center for ReSource Conservation is hosting the Boulder Earth Day 5k Run/Walk to celebrate Earth Day. The Race is at the CU Research Park in Boulder, starts at 9:30am and race day registration at 8:30am. Pre-registration entry fee is $15.00, kids are only $10.00 ($20.00/$15.00 on race day). Walk-in registration at local running stores, online, or bymail. An entry form can be found on the Center's Web site or by callling 303-441-3278. Co-sponsored by the CU Environmental Center.

4/16/04

Campus Environmental Roundtable
Friday, April 16

Join a discussion on key campus environmental issues. Presentations on continued progress, emerging opportunities, and new initiatives. Tentative topics to include green building, recycling and composting, outdoor integrated pest management, water conservation, and financial incentives of environmental initiatives. RSVP to 303-492-8308 or ecenter@colorado.edu by Monday, April 12th.

4/14/04

Get Up, Stand Up
Wednesday, April 14

The purpose of this day is to inspire students to become democratically engaged in the environmental and social justice movements to BE the change they want to see in the world.

• Information Fair
  Sponsored by the Environmental Center
  10am-5pm, UMC Dalton Trumbo Fountain
  The fair features student groups, non-profits and responsible businesses with live African music from 12 to 1pm
• Workshops, Spoken Word and Teach-Ins
  Sponsored by CoPIRG and CU Biodiesel
  2-5pm, University Memorial Center
  Workshops on social and environmental issues and democratic participation will cover topics such as biodiesel production, running a successful campaign, and organizing skills. More information forthcoming.
  • Positive Strategy: Planning a Winning Campaign
    11:00am-12:00pm, UMC 415
    Presenters: Sara Grimes, CoPIRG and Andy Schulteiss, League of Conservation Voters
    How can we possibly take on the powerful forces that seek to destroy our environment and win? The answer is by being strategic. Many times, movements for social change have won against seemingly unbeatable opposition. Usually, these victories are a result of a realistic assessment of the situation and careful planning. Is there a problem that you particularly want to solve? Learn how to form a winning strategy and design a campaign that will get results.
  • Mobilizing Young Voters in 2004
    12:15-1:15pm, UMC 416
    Presenters: Rebecca Wallach, New Voters Project and Faith Winter, EnviroCitizen
    Join the New Voters Project and EnviroCitizen to find out how you can smack down, hip-hop, rock, and otherwise mobilize the youth vote in 2004. Get background on why youth aren't voting and what kind of referenda will be on the ballot this November. Learn new strategies for getting young people out and to the polls in November.
  • Addicted to Petroleum? We can help… with Biodiesel
    12:15-1:15pm: UMC 417
    Presenters: Paul Glasgow, Lorance Romero
    For too long the US has prescribed to a nearsighted and destructive energy policy, and has become addicted to staggering amounts of petroleum. Numerous alternatives to petroleum exist -one is a vegetable-based fuel called biodiesel. Members of CU Biodiesel and Boulder Biodiesel will lead a comprehensive workshop about this amazing renewable fuel. Included will be details about biodiesel production and use, diesel machinery, and the economic and otherwise social prospects for biodiesel. Attendees will have every opportunity to raise their concerns and questions.
• Van Jones — Green Jobs, Not Packed Jails: Joining Social Justice and Environmental Protection
  Sponsored by the Environmental Center and Amnesty International
  5:30-6:30pm, UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
  Van Jones is the founder and National Executive Director of the Ella Baker Center for Human Rights. Van, human rights crusader, social entrepreneur and media activist, is a steadfast opponent of policies that result in the over-imprisonment and unlawful abuse of marginalized peoples in the United States. He serves on the board of Bioneers and is helping to lead a national fight for alternatives to the U.S. incarceration industry. In his talk, Van will outline solutions to combat both environmental degradation and social inequality through the union of restorative economics and restorative justice by creating green and clean energy jobs in the inner cities. For more information visit www.ellabakercenter.org.
• Government Lies and Mistruths: A Spoken Word Performance by Jello Biafra
  Sponsored by Wilderness Study Group and Program Council
  7:00-9:30pm, UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
  Jello Biafra, renowned social commentator, 2000 Green Party presidential candidate, and former lead singer/songwriter of the seminal punk band Dead Kennedys, will be performing spoken word. Jello believes strongly in civil liberties and vigorously promotes individualism and freedom of artistic expression in all mediums. With razor sharp wit, Jello’s take on historical events and political currents will surely entertain and engage the audience. For more information, visit www.alternativetentacles.com.

3/20/04

Alternatives to Sprawl in Boulder County
Saturday, March 20, 3 pm, CU Math Building, room 100

Author Dom Nozzi to Talk about Avoiding the Road to Ruin, followed by a panel discussion with Mayor Will Toor, County Commissioner Tom Mayer, and Coburn Developer Bill Hollicky

Boulder County's neighbor, Denver is now the most congested city of its size, and the regional impacts are significant: metro area commuters each waste $1,235 annually in lost time and added fuel costs. The combination of rush-hour traffic and sprawling development forces each of us to spend more time behind the wheel and less time doing the things we truly enjoy, like spending time with our families and our communities.

In this dynamic presentation and panel discussion, learn how transportation drives land use and quality of life for Boulder County residents. We will look at how towns can recreate a livable and walkable public realm by providing more transportation and housing choices. Please call Adriana Raudzens at 303-861-8819 for more information. Sponsored by the Sierra Club. More on Dom Nozzi and his book Road to Ruin: An Introduction to Sprawl and How to Cure It.

3/10/04

Gloria Flora Defending and Restoring Forests: Seeking Sustainable Solutions for Public Lands
Wednesday, March 10; 7:00pm; Old Main

Gloria now works for public land sustainability through her organization, Sustainable Obtainable Solutions. An exemplary public servant and steward in her 23 years with the U.S. Forest Service, she served as the Forest Supervisor on the Lewis and Clark Forest in Montana and on the Humboldt-Toiyabe in Nevada and California. She made the landmark decision to prohibit oil and gas leasing from the Rocky Mountain Front and later resigned to call attention to persistent anti-federalist harassment in Nevada, winning multiple awards from a wide range of groups for her courage and integrity. Sponsored by CU Environmental Center, Wilderness Study Group, and the Center for the American West.

2/27/04

Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Workshop: Computers and Electronics
Friday, February 27; 12-1:30pm; University Club, Garden Room

If you are a campus purchaser of computers or electronics, take this opportunity to learn what to ask for when selecting products. Anne Peters, consultant for Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) CRT Recycling Pilot Project will discuss environmentally conscious contracts, energy saving attributes, take-back programs, and computer recycling and disposal. By making environmental attributes a priority in computer purchasing, CU can minimize environmental impacts and create a safer, healthier environment. Bring a lunch; refreshments will be provided.

2/26/04

Campus Environmental Roundtable
Thursday, February 26 10am ­ 12pm UMC 245

Join a discussion on key campus environmental issues. Presentations on continued progress, emerging opportunities, and new initiatives. Confirmed topics to include energy and water conservation and renewable energy initiatives. RSVP to 303-492-8308 or ecenter@colorado.edu by Monday, February 23rd.

2/17/04

Lester Brown
Tuesday, February 17, 7:00 p.m., UMC 235, free and open to the public

Mr. Brown, who has been described as "one of the world's most influential leaders" is the author of numerous books, papers, and articles.  His most recent book, Plan B:  Rescuing a Planet under Stress and a Civilization in Trouble will provide the basis for his lecture.  For more information on the Earth Policy Institute, see www.earth-policy.org. 

This event is co-sponsored by the Wirth Chair, the School of Architecture and Planning, the Natural Resources Law Center and the Environmental Center at the University of Colorado.

1/22/04
Environmental Volunteer Meeting
Thursday, January 22, Hellems 199, 5 p.m.

This will be an informative meeting held on how you can get involved with the various environmental groups on campus. The Environmental Center is an umbrella organization for several environmental student groups and CU Recycling and is the largest student run environmental center in the nation! Student groups and volunteers work on issues such as alternative transportation, wilderness and rainforest protection, environmental education, renewable energy, energy conservation, and various others. If you care about the environment and want to get involved with fellow students to make a difference, volunteer! 11/20/03

Campus Environmental Roundtable
Thursday, November 20, 12:30 to 2:30pm, UMC 425

The roundtable will feature presentations on continued progress, emerging opportunities and new initiatives as well as general discussion on key campus environmental issues. The following three
topics will be presented and discussed at this roundtable:

2002 Annual report for the IPM (integrated pest management) program. (Ed von Bleichert, Facilities Management)

Environmentally preferrable purchasing strategies. (Carina Bernard-Walker, UCSU Environmental Center)

Transportation Micro-Master Plan update (Greg Fisher, Parking and Transportation Services)

If time allows, there will be up to 30 minutes for general discussion on other campus environmental issues.To attend the roundtable, RSVP to Jenni Newman at 2-8308 or ecenter@colorado.edu by Monday, November 17.

11/15/03

Green Teams Recycling Literature Drop
Saturday, November 15

The Green Teams need volunteers to help inform student households on the Hill and in Goss/Grove neighborhoods about residential recycling procedures. On America Recycles Day, the Green Teams hope to contact over 1000 residences to encourage recycling every day. Green Teams will meet at 2:00 at the Environmental Center, UMC 355. We will have lunch provided from 2-2:30. We will be out on the town till approx. 4pm. Everyone can return to the e-center afterwards for candy.

For more information, contact Marna at 303-492-8307.

11/15/03

America Recycles Day
Saturday, November 15

During the week of Nov. 10th CU will be celebrating America Recycles Day in
conjunction with its 27th year of recycling. Reduce, reuse, recycle and buy
recycled to take part in this great holiday. Recycling and composting diverts
37 percent of total campus waste stream annually from landfills. CU Recycling
is one of the leading campus recycling programs in the country. On Nov. 15
America Recycles Day will be celebrated nationally while CU will be
celebrating all week with activities and information in the UMC. Join in the
celebration and take the extra step to recycle and do something simple to help
the environment!

For more info on America Recycles Day, visit www.americarecyclesday.org

11/14/03

Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Series: Recycled Paper Workshop
Friday, November 14, 12:30-2:00pm, University Club, Garden Room

This workshop will help campus purchasers to understand their options when buying recycled paper for copy and print jobs. Presenters — Newell Fogelberg of Imaging Services, Phil Martin of Xpedx, and John Weidner of Nationwide Papers — will provide information on current recycled paper products, what to ask for when purchasing recycled paper, processing issues, product improvements and trends in price, quality and availability. For more information, contact 303-492-8308 or ecenter@colorado.edu.

10/17/03

Bioneers Conference
October 17-19, University Memorial Center

Now you can be a part of the extraordinary annual event that explores practical ways to restore our planet — attend the Boulder Bioneers Conference, including the live satellite feed from California. The annual Bioneers Conference is the pre-eminent gathering of environmental visionaries with practical solutions for our most pressing environmental and social challenges. These biological pioneers peer deeply into the heart of nature to devise strategies for restoration. They are cultivating a culture of solutions which is destined to be the central enterprise of the years ahead. The 14th annual Bioneers conference will be rich with inspiring ideas, models, networks, tools, and resources. Participate in the great adventure of restoring the Earth and join us in improving the environment by changing the world. P3 Colorado, the Colorado Environmental Coalition, and the University of Colorado Environmental Center will bring Bioneers to Boulder – live via satellite. There will be a forum for collaboration, effective action and change. In addition to the plenaries via satellite feed, local speakers and workshops will focus on regional issues. The conference features:

• Live simulcast of Bioneers, with Janine Benyus, Gloria Flora, Tom Hayden, Fred Kirschenmann, Terry Tempest Williams, David Orr, David Suzuki and many more.
• Friday E-Town taping with musical guests Ani DiFranco and Hamell on Trial and E-chievement Awardee Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia.
• Networking, live guest speakers, regional breakout sessions, a meeting of sustainable business associations and sustainable trade fair and exhibits.

From artists and gardeners to business people and scientists, join the "biological pioneers" for a weekend of learning, sharing and action. Whether you attend for one session or all three days, you'll be sure to feel the momentum of this inspiring event. A copy of the Bioneers program is available for download (5.75 MB). Visit www.bioneers.org for information on the conference. Visit www.p3colorado.org for information on the Boulder event.

Register for the conference online.

10/11/03

Earth Charter
Saturday, October 11, 9am-5pm, UCAR

The Second Annual Earth Charter Community Summit (ECCS) will inspire people to make the Earth Charter’s principles a reality in our lives and communities. The international Earth Charter, written by people in over 75 different countries, is a declaration of interdependence calling for economic and social justice, peace, democracy and ecological integrity. Visit the ECCS Web site for more information.

10/9/03

Sustainability and Higher Education: SCUP Satellite Forum
Thursday, October 9th, 10am-12pm

Join a satellite telecast on sustainability and higher education sponsored by the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) and by the Environmental Center for the CU-Boulder campus. This two-hour telecast designed for senior academic, operations and facilities administrators, planners, faculty, and students will be broadcast by satellite links to campuses in the U.S. and Canada to assist these leaders in understanding:

• What sustainability is and its importance for a secure and civil society
• The critical role of higher education in creating a sustainable world
• Strategies for making sustainability a foundation of higher education learning and practice
• Their role in creating the transformative changes needed in Higher education.

The telecast will be a highly interactive session among some of the most forward thinking, established leaders in all aspects of both sustainability and higher education. The downlink will allow for participation in the live question and answer section of the telecast by phone and fax. The telecast coincides with the publication of a double issue of SCUP’s journal Planning for Higher Education with a theme of sustainability. This issue is titled “Taking the Long View: Connecting the Sustainability Movement and Higher Education” and will be a valuable resource for participants. A complimentary copy will be provided to each downlink site. Visit the SCUP Web site to find out more about the telecast.

10/1/03

Sustainable Resources 2003
An International Forum Connecting People with Hands-On Solutions to World Poverty
Pre-Conference Seminars: September 29 - October 1
Conference: October 1-4
University of Colorado at Boulder

Join a dynamic networking opportunity with multidisciplinary dialogues, practical trainings, and lectures on world poverty and sustainable development. The conference includes exhibits, a showcase of real-world projects, services and products, and the space to create collaborative partnerships. Over 100 innovative workshops and presentations with grass-roots project experts include:

• Making water purification systems with local materials
• Building a refrigerator with clay pots and sand
• Powering an internet computer network with bicycles
• Creating unique funding for your project

Visit the conference Web site for more information, and visit the registration site to sign up.

Scholarships are available to CU students through the Environmental Center.