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August 21-23, 2008
AREDAY: American Renewable Energy Day
Celebrate advancements in renewable energy technologies, learn from experts in the field, and see what you can do to reduce your carbon footprint and be part of the solution for a sustainable future. Keynote speakers include Ted Turner, founder of Turner Enterprises; Pat Mitchell, president & CEO of the Paley Center for Media; and philanthropist Peter Buffett. Events begin at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Aspen Institute's Paepcke Auditorium with a screening of Burning the Future: Coal in America, followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers. Friday's Distinguished Speaker Series will include Colorado Governor Bill Ritter; Mayor John W. Hickenlooper; Chief Arvol Looking Horse of the Wolakota Foundation; Lester R. Brown, president of the Earth Policy Institute; Jerome Ringo, president of the Apollo Alliance; Bill Becker, executive director of the Presidential Climate Action Plan; and many others. There will also be an 8 p.m. screening at the Wheeler Opera House of the movie, Fields of Fuel: Make Fuel Not War. Saturday's events include renewable energy demonstrations, educational booths, live music with John Oates, and family activities at Cooper Street Mall and Wagner Park. Sponsors include the City of Aspen, Pitkin County, the Roaring Fork Transit Authority (RFTA), the Alliance for Sustainable Colorado, Snowmass Village, Holy Cross Energy, and more. All activities are free and open to the public.
Location: Wheeler Opera House, 320 East Hyman Avenue, Aspen
Contact: 1-970-948-9929
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August 24, 2008
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Green Frontier Fest
The Green Frontier Fest is a showcase of a full spectrum of sustainable options, from cutting-edge renewable technologies to everyday solutions that can be implemented in the home. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy interactive and educational exhibits, a farmers market of local and organic produce, a children's area, eco-carnival games, music and entertainment and special presentations by guest speakers, among many other activities. Engaging programs and activities for all ages, the Green Frontier Fest will provide residents and visitors with ecologically friendly options to live green and healthy, ultimately saving money and resources. Coinciding with the Democratic National Convention, there will be a Green Central Station showcase from August 24-28 in Sculpture Park. See Denver's and Colorado's new energy innovations through a number of displays, including a Solar House that demonstrates the latest in residential solar technology, a 140-foot-long wind turbine blade and information display, a bike station with solar powered kiosks, and more.
Location: Denver Performing Arts Complex, Sculpture Park, 950 13th St., Denver
Contact: E-mail Sarah Wells or call 303-819-5935
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September 18, 2008
5:30-9:30 p.m.
Envirofest
Share an evening of dinner, cocktails and networking with other environmental professionals from engineering organizations, consulting firms, government agencies, and academic institutions. This year's theme focuses on current public and private efforts to reduce the state's environmental footprint and the resulting impact on the economy. Speakers will include members from the Governor's Energy Office, the 2008 Democratic National Convention Committee, Xcel Energy, and the Home Builde's Association. Ticket prices range from $25-$80. Envirofest is hosted by the Rocky Mountain Association of Environmental Professionals.
Location: PPA Event Center, 2105 Decatur Street, Denver
Contact: E-mail katie.thompson@pacelabs.com
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September 20-21, 2008
9th Annual Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair
More than 50 presentations, workshops and demonstrations on sustainable living will take place over this two-day event, including topics such as going solar, building an energy efficient home, gardening and Xeriscape™ landscaping, alternative fuels, home craftsmanship, straw bale construction, biodiesel, and more. This year's keynote speakers include George Siemon, founder of the Organic Valley Family of Farms; actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr.; educator and author Rahima Baldwin Dancy; and entrepreneur Kevin Danaher. Musical entertainment, kid zones, a Zen sand garden and other unique events round out the weekend. Admission is $5 per day; free for kids 12 and under. The event is hosted by the Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Association, which aims to increase awareness of and improve accessibility to sustainable building materials and renewable energy sources for people throughout the Rocky Mountain region. Fair hours are: Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location: Rocky Mountain Raptor Center, 720 E. Vine Drive, Fort Collins
Contact: 970-224-3247
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September 25-27, 2008
Design Forward: the AIA Colorado 2008 Design Conference
This year's annual conference of the American Institute of Architects brings together an exciting group of speakers to address emerging technologies, trends and issues in sustainable, socially-responsible and forward-thinking design. Speakers include James Timberlake, founding partner of KieranTimberlake Associates; Sandra Mendler, principal of Mithun; James Polshek, senior design council to Polshek Partnership Architects; Alex Steffen, executive editor of Worldchanging; Gary Lawrence, director of sustainability at Arup; Ken Yeang, principal of Llewellyn Davies Yeang; and more. Attendees also have the opportunity to learn practical skills for managing a design firm or business, including workshops on marketing and sales, human resources issues, greening a design practice, leadership training, and public speaking. The conference will culminate with the AIA Colorado 2008 Design Awards Gala. Registration ranges from $75-$335 for AIA members; $95-$535 for non-members. Additional event fees apply.
Location: Vail Cascade Resort & Spa, 1300 Westhaven Drive, Vail
Contact: E-mail Robin Hickey or call 303-446-2266
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