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Solar Lecture Series

FREE MONTHLY LECTURE SERIES

Homeowners, potential home buyers, architects, designers, builders, realtors and green enthusiasts are encouraged to attend these free lectures and discussions regarding living in the desert atmosphere in a resourcefully, responsible ways. Come to learn about resource efficient, healthy, and environmentally responsible building practices.


Each of the following lectures will take place on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 7 to 9 PM at the City of Scottsdale, Granite Reef Senior Center located at 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd. (NW corner of McDowell and Granite Reef, behind the convenience store).

2009 Season Schedule

Date Description
Feb. 19

Context of Energy
Energy conditions, energy opportunities, and energy choices - in the global, national, State, and local setting.

March 19

Series Overview
What You should Know about Solar, Appropriate Technology & Sustainability.

April 16

Energy, Resources & Realities
From Fossil Fuels to Renewables and Beyond

May 21

Adaptation in the Desert
Landscaping and Passive Solar Design

June 18 Power of the Sun
Solar Electric (Photovoltaics)
July 16

Water--The Deserts Most Useful Commodity
August 20  

Building & Energy --It Matters
Sept. 17

The Urban Desert Community
Oct. 15    

Everyday Experience from the Field -- New & Adaptive
Nov. 19

   
Experiments & Futures
Includes discussions of Hydrogen Power & Building with Waste

For more information on these lectures, please call 480-312-7080 or email planninginfo@scottsdaleaz.gov 


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