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Incentives to Weatherize and Insulate =
September 1, 7:00 PM
Bayfield Library
Free
4CORE and partners will give a presentation on how you can=
save
money and energy by participating in community activities and
improving your home.
Check out the =
flyer
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Sustainable Building Education Program =
Brownbag Lunch
First National Bank of Durango
September 2nd
Sustainable Architecture, Carolyn Hunter
September 16th
Green' Tax Incentives and Rebates, Chuck Frederick
September 17th Dinner
How Green can you Go? Alternative Methods of Buil=
ding
Homes- John Rehorn and Kelly Matthews
Strater Hotel 6-8 p.m.
Full Schedules<=
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Sept. 2nd Brow=
nbag
Lunch
Sept. 16th Bro=
wnbag
Lunch
Dinner Session=
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Community Action Workshop:
Grassroots Solutions Leading to Sustainable Economic Recovery<=
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4 sessions: Tuesdays, September 29, October 20, 2=
7,
and November 3, 2009
Fort Lewis College
$49
This class is designed to be an interactive commu=
nity
action workshop that will implement solution processes within =
the
class itself. Students will have a two-week break after the fi=
rst
class to think about solutions for the issues raised in that c=
lass.
The next 3 classes will include a joint effort to discuss and
implement solutions
More informati=
on
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Rocky Mountain Horse Expo
September 18th-20th
Sky Ute Event Center, Igancio, CO
Free
Come by 4CORE's booth to get your free CFL, learn mo=
re
about the Weatherization Assistance Program, rebate programs, =
and
more!
See the websit=
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This fall 4CORE is busy decreasing green house gas emissions
(20,572 metric tons to date!) and getting ready to implement n=
ew and
improved energy efficiency programs.
We have no news on the Solar Thermal Rebate program, but we are
documenting how this program helped create green jobs in our area to generate
momentum for the return of the program.
We'll also be initiating a new program in early September, to =
be
announced soon!
In the meantime, learn more about whats going on by checking o=
ut
all the events happening in our area in the text bar at left.<=
o:p>
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Energy on Tour
![3D4CORE](3D"http://origin.ih.constantcontact.com/fs019/110262442059= "3D\"\"") Date: Saturday, Oc=
tober
3rd
Cost: $5 per map
Where to buy maps: Durango Farmer's Market September 26=
th
and October 8th.
Thanks to our committed sponsors (to date):<=
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4CORE is seeking sponsors! Deadline for sponsorship is
September 4th.
Volunteers needed:
Contribute by volunteering for the following tour positions:
- Distribute Fly=
ers
September 24th and 25th in Durango and outlying areas
- Work the Farme=
rs
Market Booth October 3rd, 8:00-12:00
- Distribute pac=
kets
to homeowners Oct. 1st
- Pick up sign in
sheets/Yard signs from Homeowners, Oct. 3rd, 2:30 PM=
If you are interested in volunteering for any of
these positions, please e-mail us.
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Insulate Colorado
Before the snow flies and we are plunged into
winter, take the time to insulate your home. You can receiv=
e up
to $300 in rebates through Insulate Colorado and 4CORE.
Insulation can cut your energy bill by 20%. Save money whe=
n you
heat and cool your home.
A local, approved, knowledgeable installer can be found by=
clicking here and scrolling down. Read more about the program or download the application.
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CEAP Up
The Climate and Energy Action Plan (CEAP, pronounced
"keep") is open for public comment. See the press release
Participate by sharing your thoughts on the drafted Emissions
Inventory, reductions targets, and the CEAP Phase 1 document. =
This
information can be accessed online by clicking here. View paper copies at:
- Durango Public
Library Reference Desk
- Durango City H=
all
Information Desk
- Ignacio Public
Library
- La Plata County
Information Desk
- Bayfield Public
Library
- 4CORE Office
Please submit your opinion via:
CEAP Colorado's Energy Economy Strong
Volunteers needed:=
Help us compile all the results from open house=
s,
surveys, and the CEAP forum. Contact us for more information.
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As always, if you have any feedback or questions
about how to become more energy efficient, please contact us=
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Sincerely,<=
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Friends at 4CORE
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