Conservation

1K kid's run at 7:45 a.m. 5K at 8 a.m. Info: 817-455-0747.

Robert Kent is the North Texas Area Director for the Trust for Public Land (TPL), a national nonprofit that creates parks and protects land for people, ensuring healthy, livable communities for generations to come. In November 2014, TPL opened its North Texas Area Office with Kent at the helm. He will present on the Lake Worth Greenprint, a recent TPL study of the Lake Worth watershed, as well as other TPL projects happening in the North Texas area.

The speaker is followed by refreshments and announcements. All are welcome!

Botswana has been called Africa's "Living Eden," and the Sierra Club International Outing that Carol Roark and Lon Burnam, both Fort Worth Sierra Club members, took there certainly confirmed the wonders that can be seen there. From the majesty of a herd of elephants walking through the brush, to a cheetah hunting, to the vibrant turquoise, purple and black of a lilac breasted roller, the photos and stories about this incredible land should not be missed.

The speaker is followed by refreshments and announcements. All are welcome!

Rita Beving, Outreach Coordinator for Clean Water Fund and Dallas Sierra Club member, will touch on DFW water planning and where our region is in the process for water planning, and our efforts underway to work with HOAs and neighborhood associations on water conservation. Rita will also give water-saving tips for all of us who want to help conserve water and save money. The speaker is followed by refreshments and announcements. All are welcome!

BRIT, along with the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, invites students and their families, to attend a college day designed for individuals interested in agricultural careers.

Fourteen representatives from leading agricultural colleges and universities will discuss class offerings, degree plans and financial aid opportunities. The event is open to the public and admission is free. 

The colleges and universities represented include: Texas Christian University, Texas Tech University, Texas A&M Commerce University, Angelo State University, Sam Houston State University, Oklahoma State University, Texas A&M University, Abilene Christian University, Stephen F. Austin University, Sul Ross University, Prairie View A&M University, Louisiana State University, Tarleton State University and New Mexico State University.

The workshop is hosted by North Lake College and Carbon Economy, as part of the DCCCD Sustainability Series.

Zero Waste businesses and organizations are creating more sustainable communities, and have diverted over 90% of their waste from landfill and incineration.

Globally recognized expert Gary Liss will be featured in the DCCCD Sustainability Series to share best practices, policies, and procedures for transitioning your business, municipality or non-profit organization into a community Zero Waste leader. 

When:

Friday, February 6, 2015 – 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 7, 2015 – 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Cost:

$99 for Friday Workshop

$144 for Saturday Workshop

Student Discount*: $99 (*Students from any college or university)

$25.00 to take the exam for Certified Zero Waste Planner

Register:

For Continuing Education (1 CEU), please register for the "Sustainability" course under Building and Technical Education for CE Spring 2015 catalog.

Workshop Topics:

Zero Waste Community Planning Workshop

Zero Waste businesses and organizations are creating more sustainable communities, and have diverted over 90% of their waste from landfill and incineration.

Globally recognized expert Gary Liss will be featured in the DCCCD Sustainability Series to share best practices, policies, and procedures for transitioning your business, municipality or non-profit organization into a community Zero Waste leader. 

When:

Friday, February 6, 2015 – 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 7, 2015 – 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Cost:

$99 for Friday Workshop

$144 for Saturday Workshop

Student Discount*: $99 (*Students from any college or university)

$25.00 to take the exam for Certified Zero Waste Planner

Register:

For Continuing Education (1 CEU), please register for the "Sustainability" course under Building and Technical Education for CE Spring 2015 catalog.

Workshop Topics:

Introduction to Zero Waste and Resource Management

Strategies for Businesses and Organizations

5-7 pm for public comment with rally before at 4pm. A bus is being provided by Sierra Club with lunch and snacks provided and will leave earlier in the day. 

Info: Rita Beving of the Dallas Sierra Club at antiquerita@aol.com

Monthly gathering of DFW environmental groups to share updates.

Solar Car Workshop FAQ:

Who Should Attend?

Any interested teacher or student that wants to build a high school solar car project in preparation for a Solar Car Challenge race.

How Many Can Attend?

Please limit your attendance to no more than ten students per school.

How Much Does it Cost?

Nothing.

Is a Reservation Required?

Yes. Please contact Dr. Lehman Marks at LehmanM743@aol.com no later than one week in advance of the workshop.