Energy

Sharon Wilson, Earthworks' Oil & Gas Accountability project leader for the Texas and Gulf Region, will speak about “Toxic Degradation of the Environment.”

Chris Murphy has a full service auto shop, but specializes in restoring and rebuilding Prius and Honda Hybrid battery packs. He also has a 2013 Nissan Leaf purchased from Hurricane Sandy that he is trying to restore or salvage for future use. We will get a demo on hybrid packs as well as some time with the salvage Leaf.

All monthly meetings are free to attend and open to the public.

Festival to encourage bicycling as an alternative mode of transportation for all ages. Event features a group ride, Kid's Bicycle Safety Rodeo, vendors that specialize in bicycling information and equipment,  bike checks and cycling groups. Free.

Learn the basics of energy efficiency pertaining to vehicles and how to apply these principles to achieve practical mileage improvements. Applicable to cars, trucks and even electric vehicles.
 
Presenter Phil Knox, vehicle mileage economy expert, has been modifying vehicles and his driving habits to increase fuel mileage for more than 30 years. He is a nationally recognized presenter and educator on the topic of improved vehicle efficiency.

Free.

The Village Park Eco Home is a net zero-energy ready house demonstrating how to build a high-performance, energy efficient, healthy home using building science. Sustainable and recycled materials are included resulting in minimal impact on the environment. The house is a certified DOE Challenge Home, Energy Star Home and Green Built Texas Home.

Tours are being held on the weekends through May 11, 11am-4pm, Sat and noon-5pm, Sun.

A shuttle bus will pick you up, take you to the house and return you to your car. Parking is available in The Marketplace at Highland Village shopping center.   

Free.

Hosted by Keep Coppell Beautiful, this class will focus on energy and how to save energy, money and the environment. Learn how you can make a difference with lighting, shading, sealing your home and choosing energy-efficient appliances, heaters and cooling equipment. Free. Info: 972-462-5100. Parks@CoppellTX.gov.

Wildlife advocate David Mizejewski will be at Earth Day Texas promoting the mission of the National Wildlife Federation in the Automobile Building, Main Stage A.

Saturday, April 26, 2-3pm, Wild Animals Presentation
Sunday, April 27, 2-3pm, Garden for Wildlife 

[ibimage==6768==original_size==none==self==ibimage_left]A lifelong naturalist, animal-lover and self-professed nature geek, David Mizejewski is a TV and radio personality, author and blogger who uses his knowledge and enthusiasm to get people excited about joining National Wildlife Federation in its mission to protect wildlife and connect with nature. Come see Mizejewski and his wildly entertaining animals!

How much water to use when gardening and the types and timing of delivery will all be discussed in this informative class. Free.

Info: coppellcommunitygarden.org or 817-459-6628.

This program will give property managers techniques on implementing indoor water conservation, drip irrigation, new water conserving technologies, cycle and soak, lawn care during drought or water restrictions, proper plant selection, foundation watering, tree watering, and irrigation scheduling. This class is intended for property managers associated with homeowner associations, apartment complexes and large commercial properties but is also open to the public. Patrick Dickinson, Urban Water Program Coordinator with Texas A&M AgriLife Research, will be the speaker. Free.

Info: Dustan Compton at dustan.compton@arlingtontx.gov or 817-459-6628.

The April meeting will be a tour of the facilities of 1SolTech, manufacturer of solar electric panels.