From Xerxes Steirer, PhD Applied Physics:
This year’s sustainable Edgewater seminars have been so rewarding! Thanks to the familiar faces and all the new neighbors who have been coming. And a big thanks to Amy and Jess at the Edgewater Library for hosting these community events.
From green buildings to Matt Young’s creation of a carbon neutral home, our discussions together have been informative to say the least. Lilly’s mouth watering discussion of food systems was a big favorite so far. Although, most comments from attendees were from the up to date and data driven presentation on climate change. Solar electricity and the rich history of oil marked our mid-year with a deep sense of place and hints of a sunny future. The second half of this year is lined up to offer neighbors good times and great company with seminars that inspire us to create a sustainable future. July’s seminar on electric cars and the big changes starting to gain traction in transportation will electrify those seeking curb the carbon. In August, we’ll hear from two Edgewater parents who are redefining sustainability in their homes with creativity and fresh flavors. September’s seminar hopes to teach us how to source local ingredients even when snow is covering the ground. Then, any sweet tooth will be satisfied talking about sweeteners and local honey at October’s discussion. As the gifting season gets rolling, November’s seminar will look at consumerism and value. Year end highlights will wrap up the year as we celebrate sustainability in December!
Seminars in 2017
January 17th – Green Buildings and LEED
February 21st – A Net Zero Home by Accident
March 21st – Sustainable Food
April 18th – Climate Change
May 16th – Solar Electricity
June 20th – The History of Oil
July 18th – Electric Cars & The Transportation Revolution
August 15th – The Reimagined Table
September 19th –A Locavore Winter
October 17th – Sugar, Honey and Sweet Stuff
November 21st – Sustainable Gifting
December 19th – Year End Highlights & Celebration!
The Sustainable Edgewater Seminar Series meets in the Edgewater Library from 7 to 8 pm on the third Tuesday of each month. Come to meet your neighbors and learn about sustainability. Hope to see you there!
Joel has been a resident of Edgewater, Colorado with his family since 2012. He is the Executive Director of local education nonprofit Edgewater Collective and Editor of the Edgewater Echo.
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