Community Events for
November 2009
ENVS 4100: Campus Carbon Neutral Class
CAMPUS CARBON NEUTRAL CLASS WILL HAPPEN IN THE SPRING--PLEASE NOTE REGISTRATION DIFFICULTIES
The Campus Carbon Neutral Planning class (ENVS 4100-001) taught by Environmental Center Director Dave Newport will be offered in the Spring 2010 term, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 - 6:15pm. However, because of registration difficulties, students must register for wait list. If you want to take the class, please go ahead and wait list for it. Your wait list will be converted to enrolled as soon as the registration difficulties clear up.
Please feel free to contact Dave with any questions, dave.newport@colorado.edu. You can view last term's class website at http://ecenter.colorado.edu/envs4100
U.S. 36 Final EIS Public Hearings
Wednesday, November 18th
Boulder County
Louisville Middle School
1341 Main Street
Louisville, CO 80027
Thursday, November 19th
Adams County
Global Leadership Academy
7480 Conifer Road
Denver, CO 80221
Schedule for all Public Hearings:
6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Open House and Written Comments
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Presentation
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Verbal Comment Submission
8:00 - 8:30 p.m. Closing Open House and Comments
Since 2003, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Regional Transportation District (RTD), in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), have studied the U.S. 36 corridor between Denver and Boulder in the U.S. 36 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The U.S. 36 EIS defines the transportation improvements that are needed to meet travel demands through the year 2035, defines the environmental impacts and the cost of the overall project. The federal study brings the corridor one step closer to completing the planning process and poises U.S. 36 for state and federal funding.
The U.S. 36 Final EIS is now available for public review and comment. The 45-day formal comment period will end Monday, December 14, 2009.
Public Hearings are being held to share information about the Combined Alternative Package/Preferred Alternative proposed in the U.S. 36 Final EIS. At these meetings you will learn about all multi-modal transportation improvements and be able to provide formal comment.
To learn more about the new campaign visit the website: www.us36eis.com.
2009 Colorado Science Conference
Thursday - Friday, November 19th - 20th
Denver Merchandise Mart, 451 E 58th Ave # 4270, Denver
Administrators and Teachers - $60
Students, Pre-Service Teachers, First Year Teachers, and Retirees - $25
Explore the Conference Strands
Explore Going Green
Explore the Nature of Science
Explore Science Beyond the Classroom
Explore Brain Based Learning
Featured Speakers:
Janet Carlson, Executive Director BSCS
Essential Features of Instruction in the Science Classroom
Mike Irvin, Oil City Magnet Elementary School Principal
Environmental Science Saves the Day
Michael Klentschy, Author and Education Consultant
Using Science Notebooks in the Elementary Classroom
Kenneth Wesson, Education Consultant
How the Brain Learns
Inquiry-based learning allows students to ask their own
questions, grapple with important problems, analyze multiple
perspectives, and tackle challenging content. This, in itself,
defines science. Students become not only engaged in their
learning but also learn deeply, promoting conceptual
understanding. This strand will provide strategies, tools, and
successful models for teachers and anyone involved with
science education.
For more information about this event, please contact the following:
Banquet: Elnore Grow, eagrow@wispertel.net
Presenters: Bob Barto, BartoatCAST@aol.com
Exhibitors: Theresa Hemming, themmingcsc@hotmail.com
Conference Registration: Cindy Ritter, inquire.csc@gmail.com
Responsible Purchasing Webinar: Office Electronics and Computers Updates
Thursday, November 19th
Learn about new developments in the world of greener office electronics and computers by joining the Responsible Purchasing Network’s (RPN) webinar: “Green Your Office Electronics and Computers.” This webinar accompanies the release of the updates to two Responsible Purchasing Guides, Office Electronics and Computers.
Energy-efficient electronics can help any institution reduce costs and prevent harmful emissions. Attend this webinar to learn how to save on electricity bills, reduce waste, and soften your office's environmental impact. Machines covered include: copiers, printers, scanners, fax machines, multifunctional devices (MFDs), digital duplicators, external power adapters, mailing machines, desktops, laptops, and monitors
The event is free to attend, but registration is required. For more information regarding the details of this event, please visit: www2.gotomeeting.com/register/229268083.
Guidelines for Energy Modeling and Smart Grid Control Strategies
Thursday, November 19th
ECCR 1B55
5 – 6 pm
This is the second seminar in a series focusing on student research in the Building Systems Program. These seminars will showcase pertinent research into innovations in energy efficiency and renewable energy.
There are many variables that contribute to the development of an accurate building energy model, and determining the appropriate amount of information needed for the modeling process can be a challenge. In an effort to expedite the modeling process, best practices based on field experience and experimental research have been documented to help guide the modeling process.
For more information, please contact Sara at sara.macalpine@colorado.edu.
Carbon Neutral Campus Architecture: Climate Specific Design and Innovation
Thursday, November 19th
12 - 2 pm (CDT)
An investigation of cutting-edge learning environment projects that are carbon-neutral and beyond, this webcast will focus on three projects that push the limits of design to create high-performance environments that are also exemplars of pedagogical and aesthetic excellence. Because design requirements vary considerably according to climate, examples of carbon neutral buildings from three different climate zones will be highlighted. The program moderator is Nicolai Ouroussoff, architecture critic for The New York Times, and panelists include an architect and client from each project.
For more information and to register for this webcast, please visit: http://www.scup.org/page/profdev/notravel/2009/carbonneutral
Planning & Design for Energy Conservation
Thursday, November 19th
11 am
Discuss how to use fact based information to set realistic goals and comprehensive strategies to lower energy consumption in your campus and to engage the campus community in the process. Explore funding options and opportunities to fund energy projects while lowering deferred maintenance and increasing operational efficiency of your facilities. Review the process for conducting energy audits and identifying energy conserving investments with attractive paybacks and capitalize on the benefits of retro-commissioning and post-project results measurement and verification.
For more information, please visit: http://eo2.commpartners.com/users/appa/session.php?id=3548
Coloradoans Against Resource Destruction (C.A.R.D.): Campfire Concert
Thursday, November 19th
Avogadros Number, 605 S. Mason in Fort Collins
6 - 10 pm
Local performers concerned about the proposed uranium mining in Weld County have joined forces for a Campfire Concert to call attention to what may become a threat to our water, our environment, and our way of life. Some of Fort Collins finest musicians, singers, songwriters and bands will perform at the concert.
The local performers join a long list of opponents to Canadian mining company Powertech's proposed uranium mine in northern Colorado. The City of Fort Collins, the Larimer County Medical Society, the Colorado Medical Society, the League of Women Voters of Larimer County, and the Towns of Nunn, Greeley, Wellington, Ault and Timnath have signed resolutions against the proposed project. They have been joined by over 12,000 individuals and local businesses who have signed similar resolutions and petitions against uranium mining.
For more information, please contact Jackie Adolph at (970) 568-0594 or visit the website: www.nunnglow.com.
Engineers Without Borders Meeting: Tough Stuff Presentation
Thursday, November 19th
Koelbel 330 (Business Building)
5:30 pm
Tough Stuff is a company that provides inexpensive solar products to low income families in developing countries. Replacing kerosene lamps and batteries with a solar panel that improves health, education, and safety! Come learn more about these extremely durable (don’t break when driven over by a semi) and inexpensive products!
For more information, check out www.toughstuffonline.org and www.ewbcu.org.
Cornucopia of Local
Saturday, November 21st
Boulder Outlook Hotel, 800 28th Street
9 am - 3 pm
All day panel discussions on the local food movement. The Renegade Lunch Lady Ann Cooper with BVSD's School Food Project will be held at 2 pm. Enjoy a seasonal harvest from over 35 farmers and food vendors along with presentations on eating locally. Stock up with fresh local food for your Thanksgiving feast! A portion of the proceeds will go to BVSD's School Food Project.
For more information, please visit the website: http://boulderfarmers.org.
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