Go Green
A Blog by WARM Training Center
New Workshop Series February
Jan 21st
Coming this February is a new free workshop series offered by WARM Training Center. Interested in Green Building, Energy Efficiency, or Renewable Energy? How about all 3? This three part series introduces you to each of these topics and emphasizes the best low-cost and no-cost ways of weaving them into your life. The series begins:
Intro to Green Building – Wednesday, February 11th, 3-5pm
Energy Saving – Wednesday, February 18th, 3-5pm
Intro to Renewable Energy – Wednesday, March 4th, 3-5pm Continue reading “New Workshop Series February” »
New President, New Vision
Jan 20th
President Obama was sworn into office today, and with this new president begins a new outlook on energy from the presidential office. If you missed his inaugural speech you can listen to it or read the transcript here.
The new president has already taken a strong stance on energy and the future of energy in America. He recognizes the importance of Energy Efficiency and has made it a core component of his plan. President Obama also hopes to promote alternative power sources and spur a green jobs movement across the country.
Check out his goals for clean energy and green jobs here.
Great Lakes Green Conference 2009
Jan 18th
It’s never too early to start thinking about the Great Lakes Green Conference coming this August 21 & 22 to Grand Rapids, MI. The conference focuses on green living and the best ways you can green your home and life – it features builders and vendors so you can talk with the professionals directly.
For those looking to exhibit or sponsor the event, the conference is accepting applicatcations now – sign up before it’s too late! For those who like to plan ahead you can even register now. We’ll keep you posted on future updates as the conference draws closer.
Office Lighting
Jan 17th
Our new offices have a hodgepodge of old lighting fixtures. They look funny and they provide poor light. Despite all the different looks (globes, spotlights, etc.) they all havestandard screw-in bases. Do I just have to add floor lamps to get the right light?
You can try replacing the bulbs with compact fluorescent lights, go for more watts if you want to increase the light output. The Lighting Supply Company in Ferndale is a great local place to pick up any kind of CFL you want. But of course, basic CFLs are available from any good hardware store.
Online, I’d recommend efi.org as a great place to order them from.
Eco-Flooring Part 2
Jan 15th
We’re a nonprofit organization and we need to replace our flooring. We have very little budget and we will look for donations. Nonetheless, we would like to use an environmentally friendly approach for this. Maybe recycled carpet? Can you recommend low-cost and eco-friendly flooring options?
- Pat in Detroit
For low-cost, I’d recommend checking out a local re-use store, like Habitat’s ReStore. That could work for carpet, tile or other options, depending on what they have in. Continue reading “Eco-Flooring Part 2” »