[SPN-Discussion] For your calendar - Next Green from the Inside Out event!

[Celia Salgado]

Dear SPN, please see this updated email for your calendar. Thank you.

On Tue, Mar 2, 2010 at 2:56 PM, Celia Salgado <celia at solar1.org> wrote:

> Green Your Home from the Inside Out! Wednesday, March 31st, 6pm – 8:30pm
> Clayton Powell Jr., State Office Building
> 163 West 125th St
>
> Solar One, New York City’s green energy, arts & education center, in
> partnership with the NYC Compost Project and the NYC Department of
> Sanitation, presents Green From the Inside Out on Saturday, March 27 at the
> Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden.
>
> Green From the Inside Out gives Staten Island homeowners the knowledge and
> resources they need to make their homes more environmentally friendly by
> saving energy (and money!), reducing waste, and recycling correctly. Come
> test your recycling knowledge, find out about composting, learn what
> incentives are available for your home improvements, find out if solar power
> and green roofs are right for you, and talk to vendors of green products and
> services. Featuring presentations by Solar One, the NYC Compost Project, the
> NYC Department of Sanitation, and New York State Energy Research and
> Development Authority Energy $mart Communities.
>
> *Please RSVP to Celia Salgado at 212-505-6050 or celia at solar1.org. *
>
*   * All visitors must present photo ID*

> Presentation Details:
>
> Composting 101
>
> The NYC Compost Project on Staten Island will discuss the simple steps
> involved in creating rich compost from household food scraps.  Learn about
> the different ways to compost at home, how to effectively maintain a compost
> bin, troubleshoot common issues, and utilize the finished product in your
> garden.
>
> Recycling and Beyond
>
> Learn the basics and the fine print of New York City’s curbside recycling
> program.  Best practices in waste prevention and reuse, as well as
> legislative updates on materials not collected curbside, such as plastic
> bags and rechargeable batteries, will be discussed.
>
> Reducing Energy Costs Through Energy Efficiency
>
> Find out how to save money, help the environment, and make your home even
> more comfortable. Learn easy tips for energy savings, as well as
> cost-effective ways to make a big difference in your home energy bills.
> Government and utility incentives for homeowners to make energy-efficiency
> improvements will be discussed by the New York State Energy Research and
> Development Authority (NYSERDA) Energy $mart Communities Coordinator for
> Staten Island.
>
> A Survey of Rooftop Solar Applications in NYC:  Solar Thermal and
> Photovoltaics
>
> Learn the difference between the two most common kinds of solar power used
> in New York City homes, and how to determine which application is right for
> you.   Solar One’s Chris Neidl will review the generous government
> incentives currently available for solar and discuss how homeowners can find
> a solar installer.  “White roofs” and “green roofs” will also be discussed.
>
>
> Celia C. Salgado
> NYSERDA Energy $mart Program Assistant
> Solar One
> 37 W. 26th St. Suite 209
> New York, NY 10010
>
>


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Celia C. Salgado
NYSERDA Energy $mart Program Assistant
Solar One
37 W. 26th St. Suite 209
New York, NY 10010
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