Business Environmental Program Series
Leading-edge environmental programs from a business perspective This series is designed to increase knowledge of best practices, new technologies and City services and programs—many of which offer conservation and cost-saving opportunities.
Program Information
Green Up Your Business: AssessmentTuesday, Sep 16th, 2008How green is your business? In the first of a two-part series, local experts will guide you through simple steps to assess your workplace energy and water use, waste and recycling practices, indoor environmental quality, green cleaning and efficient irrigation. Green Up Your Business: ActionTuesday, Sep 30th, 2008Follow through on your green business assessment with action. This program, the second in a two-part series, will focus on details of improving your green practices to save resources—and money—in the workplace. Overview of Carbon MarketsTuesday, Oct 7th, 2008Presenter Mark Reiner, Principal of Symbiotic Engineering, will cover carbon markets and the fundamentals of the Climate Registry Protocol—the basic components of the Climate Registry, as well as how to establish and report your businesses’ environmental baseline. Susan Innis, Colorado Carbon Fund Program Manager, Governor’s Energy Office, will discuss carbon markets and recent climate change legislation. Eco-friendly Transportation Options for Fort Collins’ WorkforceTuesday, Oct 14th, 2008Learn about the framework for future economic development along the Mason Corridor, including Transit Oriented Development. Presenters also will cover employee-based Transfort programs, the greenhouse gas cost of driving your car and what the City of Fort Collins is doing to support alternative fuels. A light brunch and door prizes will be provided. Green Information TechnologyTuesday, Oct 28th, 2008From desktops to data centers, energy use for information technology is growing rapidly. Learn about the largely untapped opportunities for greater energy efficiency and best practices to specify and dispose of electronics. Water-Smart LandscapesTuesday, Nov 18th, 2008In times of shrinking water supplies and rising rates, now’s the time to manage your properties with that extra edge. Learn about technology, techniques and tips to make your landscape more water efficient. New smart technology, such as weather-based controllers, rain shut-off devices and MP rotator heads, can help. In addition, learn design tips for retrofitting grass areas to a lower water-using landscape. FortZED: Leading the Way to Net Zero Energy UseTuesday, Dec 9th, 2008Hear the latest on how FortZED, Fort Collins’ Zero Energy District, is helping businesses in the Old Town/Colorado State University district trim energy use. Learn strategies to meet energy needs with local, clean power technologies and how these practices can be applied to businesses throughout Fort Collins. Past EventsLooking for a presentation from an event you missed? Contact Utilities at (970) 221-6700 or e-mail |
