Explore, Enjoy and Protect the Planet
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"Burning got us into the climate change business and burning cannot get us out!" --Tom Kruzen
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 Waste Incinerator's Energy Considered Renewable by ACCOn July 14th and on a 3-2 vote, the Arizona Corporation Commission approved allowing Mohave Electric Cooperative to count electricity from a waste incinerator as renewable energy. We disagree with this decision. Municipal solid waste should not be considered a renewable resource and should not qualify for credits under Arizona’s Renewable Energy Standard. Waste incinerators were specifically rejected when the Renewable Energy Standard was established because of the negative environmental impacts and the fact that the waste can include hazardous materials, tires, and other nonrenewable resources. This action sets a very bad precedent as well as undermines the purpose of the Standard, which was to promote clean renewable energy such as solar and wind. The Sierra Club will be requesting a re-hearing on the issue and is exploring other options to keep Arizona's Renewable Energy Standard intact and to keep these polluting facilities out of our communities. For additional information, please contact Sandy Bahr at (602) 253-8633 or sandy.bahr@sierraclub.org. |
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 Film Screening: FREEDOM!Join us for the premiere of the award-winning film FREEDOM! Come learn how to get off of oil, tour the FREEDOM bus, participate in an after-screening debate and discussion about what is being done in your city to become more sustainable... ...and discover the shocking truth that could set you free!
Learn more at http://thefreedomfilm.com. This film is shown in affiliation with the Sierra Club, Phoenix Film Society, Fair Trade Cafe, Sutra Midtown, AZ Green Magazine, and Keep Phoenix Beautiful. |
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 Get Involved with our Energy Team!Are you interested in learning more about energy issues in Arizona? Would you like to take positive actions to make a difference in our communities? Join others with the same interests through our Energy Team! For information on upcoming activities, please contact Jon Findley at (480) 756-2916 or energy@grandcanyon.sierraclub.org or Sandy Bahr at the Grand Canyon Chapter office at (602) 253-8633 or sandy.bahr@sierraclub.org. |
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 Energy Tip O' the DayDuring the summer, keep your window coverings closed during the day to prevent solar gain and excessive heat in your home. |
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 GoGreen '11 Phoenix -- Special Event, Special OfferGoGreen '11 Phoenix is a one-day sustainability conference for business in Phoenix on Tuesday, November 15, 2011. GoGreen is built to inspire, educate, and motivate business owners and professionals to deepen the commitment to sustainable practices at their organizations. Spend a value-packed day connecting with business leaders, eco-visionaries, sustainability experts, and like-minded individuals who will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to make your business more sustainable. Find out more and register at http://phoenix.gogreenconference.net or call (602) 541-3472. Sierra Club members receive a $25 discount when registering with the discount code: SIERRA. |
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 Scottsdale Kicks Off 12th Annual Green Building Lecture SeriesFor 11 years, Scottsdale has provided monthly lectures with experts and practitioners speaking on green building topics that demonstrate energy/resource efficient, healthy, and environmentally-responsible building practices. Beginning on September 1 through next June, a new series of such lectures will be presented on the first Thursday of each month (with the exception of January) from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Scottsdale Granite Reef Senior Center, located at 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd. in Scottsdale. These lectures are free and open to the public; no RSVP needed. For more information and for the list of presentations, please visit http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/greenbuilding/lectures or call (480) 312-3111. |
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 APS Shade Tree Program -- Free Workshops, Free Trees!Planting shade trees in your yard can save you bundles on your energy bill by blocking the sun's rays and reducing your cooling needs. The APS Shade Tree Program provides free shade tree workshops and free trees to help you maximize your energy savings. Workshops have been scheduled throughout the Phoenix area from August to October. We hope you'll take advantage of this great opportunity! Learn more about the program and upcoming workshops at http://www.aps.com/trees. |