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The Business Case for Water Conservation - Waco

Water Conservation Symposium Set for Thursday in Waco

 The Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club and a number of other organizations are sponsoring a Brazos Valley Water Conservation Symposium in Waco this Thursday, June 21 to highlight the ways in which the region may meet its water needs through enhanced water conservation. The symposium, subtitled “The Business Case for Water Conservation,” is aimed at water utility professionals and local decision-makers but the general public is welcome to attend. Co-sponsors of the symposium include the national Alliance for Water Efficiency, the Brazos River Authority, the City of Waco, the National Wildlife Federation, and the Texas Water Foundation.

DIY Energy Savers - Coppell

July 12 at 6:30 pm at 133 Parkway Blvd in Coppell, Tx. 

Keep Coppell Beautiful and The City of Coppell is offering a DYI class on how to make your residence more energy efficient, since a building can contribute up to 40% of electrical use in the summer heat.  The class will be offered as an ecoCoppell initiative to educate others on the importance and benefits of conserving energy by doing a few simple steps around the home  More information...

You can find more info at coppellcommunitygardens.com. 

Fire Station 3 Training Room

133 Parkway Blvd.

Coppell, Tx 


Tour the City of Fort Worth Landfill - Fort Worth

Where does it all go? This is a question that EVERY resident of a metropolitan area should know the answer to.

Join us at the Fort Worth Landfill, located at 6288 Salt Road
Fort Worth, TX 76140 for a lunch & learn hosted by Allied/Republic Waste services.

RSVP's ARE REQUIRED for this event!!!!!!! Please contact Kate Vansanford at kvansanford@republicservices.com

Lunch is provided and the schedule is 'Come and go'.

Grab a friend, RSVP and head out for a day of adventure!

Learn more about similar meet-ups by visiting: http://www.meetup.com/DFW-Tarrant-County-Greenweavers/

Learn about Fort Worth's Residential Solid Waste Program - Keller

 
“Debbie has some fascinating information on what the current programs, participation and strategies are.”

Debbie hails from Kansas City, Missouri. She received a B.S. in Environmental Science from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa and an M.S. in Biology from Baylor University. She spent four years working for the City of Waco as their Recycling Coordinator before moving to Fort Worth. Debbie has been with the City of Fort Worth as the Commercial Recycling and Keep Fort Worth Beautiful Coordinator since late 2007 and enjoys the opportunity to help residents and businesses improve our shared environment. Debbie is married and has two boys in elementary school and enjoys reading, hiking and recreational sports in her spare time.

I can recycle What? - Keller

 
“This supports local business, and education on effective recycling programs.”

We have been invited to tour a local business that manufactures, and RECYCLES styrofoam!  Yes,  that useful, stable and decidedly difficult to recycle substance IS recyclable.  Not only that, but it is 100% recycleable.  Come see how it's done.

Lunch is available from The Texas Harvest Pie Company in Keller for $10.00.  RSVP for lunch is no later than Wendesday, June 20.

Your choice of Turkey, Beef, Ham or Veggie Sandwich on Rye, Wheat or Whole Grain.  Sides include mixed greens or chips.  Potato salad may be available, please include your request with the RSVP as well as a preferred alternative.

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