Classes and Workshops

9:00-9:45AM
Retrofitting your House to be More Green
Overview: Learn proper installation and maintenance of residential solar systems
Presenter: Jim Wilson, Precise Solar

10:00-10:45AM
Carbon Footprint 101
Overview: We have all heard the words “Carbon Footprint” but what does it actually mean?  Everyone has a carbon footprint and in this session you will learn how to calculate yours and techniques to make it lower. 
Presenter: Dru Bacon, registered professional Chemical Engineer, guest lecturer at EMCC, founder of PebbleCreek Environment Club

11:00-11:45AM
Composting Made Easy
Overview: Whether you’re a homeowner, apartment dweller, beginning gardener, or seasoned green thumb, you can learn how to reduce and/or eliminate kitchen and yard waste and turn it into wonderfully rich, free compost for your garden.  Vynnie the Gardener will share his secrets to a sustainable, organic, self-fertilizing garden, which all starts from the ground up, compost being the key.
Presenter: Vynnie “the Gardener” McDaniels, Master Gardener, host of garden segment on 'Everyday Entertaining' on Channel 3TV

12:00-12:45PM
How to Save Some Green on Your Household Utility Bills with APS
Overview:  You do not have to radically change the way you live to conserve energy, save money and help protect the environment. That’s what green choices from APS are all about. Whether you’re ready to explore renewable energy options for your home or you just want to find simple ways to cut back on energy usage, we can help. Come find out how and learn about some of the new programs that started recently.
Presenter: Charlene Saltz, Ecos Program Manager managing the APS ENERGY STAR Lighting program and the Solar Outreach program