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Energy Generation & Storage Conference - Richardson

Energy plays a major role in the US and global economies. Seven of the top ten companies in Fortune’s Global 500 are directly involved with energy. Energy is critical to each of us in our daily lives, and energy expenditures account for about 8% of GDP worldwide.

Although the energy industry broadly includes petroleum and natural gas ex- ploration and production, this Research and New Venture Showcase will be fo- cused on ground-breaking research and new developments in the generation and storage of electrical energy. A subsequent program, planned for Spring 2012, will focus on electrical energy transmission, utilization and efficiency.

On October 21, 2011, UT Dallas researchers and industry participants will address developments impacting solar power, wind energy, storage integration and the design of advanced electronics used in the management and control of electricity.

$95/person.

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Shred & Recycle Day - Ft Worth

Celebrate Texas Recycles Day by shredding your personal documents at GreenStar. Fort Worth residents can take up to five boxes (about 250 pounds) to be shredded. Business waste in not allowed. Event sponsored by City of Fort Worth and Greenstar Security Destruction.

Email: debbie.branch@fortworthgov.org for more information.

Take Back Meds Program - Ft Worth

Safe Disposal of Unused & Expired Meds
Keep Your Home Safe and our Water Free of Pollutants

Accepted:
Prescriptions, Over-the-Counter medications, Veterinary Medications, Vitamin/Minerals, Medication Samples


Not Accepted:
Oxygen Tanks, Needles and other sharps, Inhalers, Thermometers, Nebulizers, IV Bags

Participants are asked to:

Keep Medication in Original Containers * Mark through Personal Information * Stay in Vehical at All Times * Drive through the drop-off area and give medications to staff.

Email: debbie.branch@fortworthgov.org

Composting Class - Rowlett

Master Composter Sara Beckleman starts a compost pile with grass and leaves, along with other items that help the contents breakdown. The finale is showing worms used to create compost from food discards. Attendees receive Composting handouts and each household receives a compost bin to take home.

We request $10.00 per family to help with the KRB expenses. Please contact KRB to register or for more information at 972-463-3929 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Mon. thru Fri.) or email info@keeprowlettbeautiful.org This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Backyard Composting Class - Arlington

The City of Arlington Master Composter volunteers hold composting classes the second Saturday of every month at the composting display in the Science Center's parking lot area. The class includes demonstrations of proper pile building, and a worm compost bin. Attendees will receive a free book. No need to register, just show up. Dress for the weather. For more information, call 817.459.6778 or visit www.arlingtontx.gov.

Free.

YardSmart Seminar - Arlington

Steve Chaney with Tarrant County AgriLife Extension will discuss "Drought Tolerant Plants for your Home," and John Snowden, owner of Bluestem Nursery, will discuss "Native Grasses to Enhance Your Space" during this adult workshop at River Legacy Living Science Center. Best suited for ages 10 and up. Space is limited, so please RSVP to 817.860.6752. Free. Donations Accepted.

"Kaumpost" Class - Kaufman

Environmental Co-op’s

Kaumpost in Kaufman County Series 2011
(Composting made fun)

IT’S FREE!

9 am - 12 pm - Recycling Basics

1pm – 4 pm - Composting Basics

To Register:

972-524-0007 l fax 972-524-0086 I eco@trashbusters.org

Sponsored by: IESI l City of Kaufman l Environmental Co-op

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