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SUMMARY:Green Drinks McHenry County: Ways Renters & Homeowners Can Access Energy Efficiency & Cost Saving Programs
DESCRIPTION:Topics To Discuss: \nCitizens Utility Board (CUB) will lead the April 5 Green Drinks event diving into ways renters and homeowners can access energy efficiency and cost saving programs. During this presentation\, you will receive information on:\n-Building Decarbonization\n-The benefits of building electrification\n-New tax credits and rebates for home energy improvements available through the Inflation Reduction Act\n-Heat Pumps and Induction Stoves\n-Free programs designed to save you energy and money \nAbout the speaker: \nDavid Weaver is the Carbon Free Buildings Coordinator at Citizens Utility Board where he splits his time working on policy and outreach. He is the primary author of their Guide to the Inflation Reduction Act. He is also on the Board of Directors of the Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition\, and is a member of the Illinois Environmental Council’s Young Professionals Board. \nThis event will be hybrid\, for those who are unable to attend in person. \nPre-registration is required for Zoom attendance\, but not for in-person attendance. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrde-hqjooE9HcxQ9jDwO_mrDji6HF0Vu6 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nSocializing begins at 5pm in-person\, program begins at 6 pm. \nCohosted by The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Drinks is a monthly\, informal meeting between people in the environmental field and environmentalist that takes place throughout the globe. McHenry County’s Green Drinks is held on the first Wednesday of every month at Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake. Every month features a new speaker on a topic related to environmentalism. Join us!\n[/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/green-drinks-mchenry-county-ways-renters-homeowners-can-access-energy-efficiency-cost-saving-programs/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, Illinois\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green Drinks
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SUMMARY:‘30 x 30’ U.S. Land and Oceans Climate Goal
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! On Tuesday\, April 11\, The Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) and the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are hosting an event focused on conservation efforts in the county and across the state. We’ll present information about the Illinois is Beautiful Coalition and Campaign that aims to support President Biden’s America the Beautiful goals\, which are to protect and conserve 30% of land\, water\, and ocean by 2030. IEC will also share updates about the conservation and open space issues that IEC and our partners are working on at the state capitol and beyond. We’re excited to hear from attendees about their perspectives.\n\nThe event will be held at MCC’s Shah Center located at 4100 W Shamrock Lane in McHenry from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. More information about this goal can be found at: https://yaleclimateconnections.org/…/details-behind…/ and at America the Beautiful | U.S. Department of the Interior (doi.gov).\n\nREGISTER IN ADVANCE: https://ilenviro.salsalabs.org/30x30mchenry/index.html?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=ac420783-2136-4220-808c-004b9aa58714
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/30-x-30-u-s-land-and-oceans-climate-goal/
LOCATION:McHenry County Shah Center\, 4100 West Shamrock Lane\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Conservation,Education,Public Events
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Recycling Event
DESCRIPTION:Every year the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County teams up with the McHenry County Department of Health to put on several recycling events throughout the year. \nAt this event there will be: \nElectronics Recycling \nDocument Shredding \nStyrofoam\, textiles\, light bulbs($)\, batteries($) \n \nElgin Recycling will be accepting the following electronic devices:\n• Televisions & Computer Monitors ($) Credit cards and cash will be accepted onsite.\n• Computers & Small Scale Servers\n• Printers\, FAX Machines and Scanners\n• DVD Players\, DVD Recorders and VCR’s\n• Video Game Consoles\n• Digital Converter Boxes\, Cable and Satellite Receivers\n• Electronic Keyboards\, Electronic Mice and Portable Digital Music Players \nFees for TVs and Monitors:\n$15 for any size LCD monitor\n$25 for all other units up to 20 inches\n$35 for all other units 21 inches and Larger \nIf you are unable to attend one of the collection event dates\, Elgin Recycling has a permanent site at 5114 E Terra Cotta (Route176) in Crystal Lake (Across from Country Side Flower Shop).\nOpen Monday- Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 1:00pm.\nFor additional information or questions regarding electronics recycling please visit\nElgin Recycling’s website at www.elginrecycling.com or contact them at 847-741-4100.\nElgin Recycling will no longer be accepting any type of batteries at the events\, but will continue to accept them at their Crystal Lake location. \n \nPaper Tiger Document Solutions will have their shred truck onsite to securely shred your sensitive paper documents.\nPlease remember these important tips for quick shredding:\n1. The shredder can only take paper. No CD’s or thumb drives.\n2. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed.\n3. Binder clips\, three ring binders and the like Need To Be Removed prior to shredding. Please do so before attending the event.\n4. Participants need to take back empty bags or boxes. \n \nThe Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will be onsite collecting\nFluorescent tubes and bulbs\, \, and LED bulbs ($0.50-$1.00 each)\nTextiles and clothing\nClean Styrofoam\nAlkaline Batteries ($1.00 per lb)\nFor additional information or questions regarding the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County please contact us at 815-338-0393.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-recycling-event-5/
LOCATION:Milky Way Park\, 300 Lawrence Rd\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Public Events,Recycling
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Race to Reduce Waste
DESCRIPTION:Reducing waste is an important task for the environment\, and local businesses can make a big impact by implementing composting programs. To encourage this effort\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are launching the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion\, which runs from April 20th to May 20th\, 2023. \nDuring this time\, guests who dine at participating restaurants will have the opportunity to win a $100 gift certificate to their favorite business by entering a raffle. The more you dine\, the more chances you have to win! To enter\, simply scan the unique QR code at each restaurant and fill out the form. If you’re having trouble finding the QR code\, just ask your server. \nThe participating restaurants include Crystal Lake Brewing\, Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters (Crystal Lake location only)\, Dunkin’ Donuts Crystal Lake (Crystal Lake location on Route 14 only)\, Julie Ann’s Frozen Custard\, Cantina 52\, AROMA\, and UpRising Bakery and Cafe. Each of these businesses has implemented a composting program for the duration of the promotion\, and they have displayed a supplied sign with their unique QR code in a prominent space within their establishment for guests to use to check in. \nThe first guest to visit all of the participating restaurants within the time frame will win a special gift basket featuring local products and reusable materials. It’s a great way to support local businesses and reduce waste in the community. \nA very special thank you to McHenry County College and Hickory Hall Crystal Lake for signing up for our composting program without participating in the Race to reduce Waste. \nTo participate\, businesses receive training and resources from WasteNot\, and they will be supplied with educational and training materials for their team. Additionally\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will provide signage for employees and customers\, guidance for purchasing certified compostable containers and other products\, press releases about the program and its participants\, and advertising for the businesses to their over 3\,000 followers via email and social media. \nIf your business would like to participate\, it’s not too late to sign up! Email the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Waste Reduction Action Team at WasteReductionCL@gmail.com. Let’s work together to encourage local businesses to compost and reduce waste! Don’t forget to like and follow the EDMC Waste Reduction Team page on Facebook to stay informed about future programs. \nIn conclusion\, the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion is a great initiative to promote sustainability and support local businesses. By dining at participating restaurants and scanning the QR code\, you can help reduce waste and possibly win a $100 gift certificate to your favorite local business. Let’s join hands to make a difference!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-race-to-reduce-waste/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Promotions,Waste Reduction
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SUMMARY:$10 Bag Book Sale at The Green Spot Bookstore
DESCRIPTION:Fill a paper grocery bag with your choice of books from The Green Spot Clearance Corner for just $10.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/10-bag-book-sale-at-the-green-spot-bookstore-3/
LOCATION:The Green Spot\, 110 S. Johnson St\, Suite 104\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bookstore Events
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