Energy

The Dallas Sierra Club meeting will include the following programs. Solar Energy - Jim Duncan, solar PV design and installation specialist, will talk about the fast growing
renewable energy field of solar photovoltaics. Learn about solar power for your home. Find out if purchasing a solar PV system is right for you, and learn the pros and cons of leasing solar panels. More information at www.ntrei.com.

Fall Elections - David Griggs will give a brief overview of the fall Sierra Club electoral plan for North Texas, including a handout of the list of the Sierra Club endorsements.

Contact Kirk Miller at KirkMiller@DallasSierraClub.org for more information.

Texas Interfaith Power and Light is hosting a free webinar geared to houses of worship. Participants will learn how to use the free online ENERGY STAR & Portfolio Manager for Congregations tool to measure and track energy use. Click here to register: https://energystar.webex.com/mw0306ld/mywebex/default.do?service=7&nome…

For more information email amanda@texasimpact.org. Feel free to invite others to participate.

Eileen Birnbaum worked in the legal field for 27 years before begining the World Wear Project, LLC 2 years ago. Through her efforts, this business has been a force not only for landfill diversion, but distribution of clothing resources and fund raising for schools, religious institutions, community organizations and a variety of other nonprofits. Hear her story, get educated about opportunities to further reduce our landfill contributions and grab some lunch from the Texas Harvest Pie Company.

Event is sponsored by the Dallas Alternative Energy Group. Learn to be self-sufficient, resourceful, whether you live in an apartment or farm. Come meet our exhibitors who can teach you about canning, organic gardens, water purification solar electricity, rainwater collection, native plants in the landscape, chicken coop design. In addition, North Haven Gardens will have a speaker at 10:30 a.m. Free admission.

This event is hosted by DFW Ecovillage.The Texas Public Utility Commission has approved a 50 percent increase in wholesale electricity rates. Our speaker CT Loyd will explain many DIY no-cost and low-cost ways to make homes more energy efficient. He will also explain when DIY is appropriate and when we might need the help of a professional.

The North Texas Electric Auto Association’s goal is to support local EV enthusiasts and to promote and educate the public regarding the benefits of electric vehicles. All monthly meetings are free to attend and open to the public. Presentations TBD. There will be updates on members projects and a Q & A session.

This free self-guided tour is hosted by the North Texas Renewable Energy Group showcases multiple homes that incorporate intelligent design, conservation features and renewable energy. See locations and visitor hours online. For more information, contact Mellen West at 214-707-5161.

The North Texas Electric Auto Association’s goal is to support local EV enthusiasts and to promote and educate the public regarding the benefits of electric vehicles.

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

There will be updates on members projects and a Q & A session.

The North Texas Electric Auto Association is hosting this free showing of "Revenge of the Electric Car."
(See the trailer at http://www.revengeoftheelectriccar.com/.) There will also be updates on members projects and a Q & A session.

Shine the light on converting sun power to cool your next summer. The "Learn Green 2 Live Green 2012-2013 Series" is a partnership between the Plano Libraries and the Environmental Education and Community Outreach Division. This event is free of charge and open to the public, with a focus on residents of Plano.