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SUMMARY:C&I-Scale Battery Storage Systems: Fundamentals & Case Studies
DESCRIPTION:C&I-Scale Battery Storage Systems: Fundamentals & Case Studies\nWhen: Jan 29\, 12pm \nWhere: Virtual \nRSVP HERE! \nThis webinar will be hosted by the ASES Grid Modernization & Storage Division. Learn more at ases.org/divisions. \nSpeakers: Bill Guernsey\, Chair of the ASES Grid Modernization & Storage Division Sarthak Bal\, Business Developer at Kronos Engineering
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/ci-scale-battery-storage-systems-fundamentals-case-studies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:climate,education,energy,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Nuclear Energy & Nuclear Waste in the US Today
DESCRIPTION:Nuclear Energy & Nuclear Waste in the US Today\nWhen: Jan 23\, 7pm-9pm \nWhere: Virtual \nREGISTER HERE! \nShould nuclear power be considered “clean”? Join us for a rare opportunity to hear a high-level overview from experts with the Alliance for Nuclear accountability and Nuclear Free Colorado. This series of presentations welcomes organizers\, advocates\, and members of the community to learn valuable information to strengthen their awareness and activism. Presentations will include a range of the following subjects followed by Q&A: \n\nImplications of recent executive orders on energy\, public safety\, community consent\, and stakeholder involvement.\nThe current status of the world’s first (and still only) operating deep geologic disposal site – the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in New Mexico\nResistance to highly radioactive waste consolidated interim storage facilities targeting New Mexico and Texas. The status of the fight against Holtec’s unprecedented scheme to restart the closed Palisades reactor in Michigan\, as well as construct and operate two SMR-300s (“Small Modular Reactors” of 300 Megawatts-electric each) calling it a model for national and global build out.\nThe work being done in Pueblo and other areas of Colorado to keep our communities and our state nuclear-free. This will include how we got here\, the current situation\, and our plans for the coming year.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/nuclear-energy-nuclear-waste-in-the-us-today/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:climate,education,energy,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Empower Hour: Protecting Climate\, Health & Equity from More Gas Pipelines
DESCRIPTION:Empower Hour: Protecting Climate\, Health & Equity from More Gas Pipelines\nWhen: Jan 13\, 6pm \nWhere: Virtual \nREGISTER HERE! \nThe Gas Infrastructure Plan (GIP) proposal submitted by Xcel Energy’s Public Service Co. to Colorado’s Public Utilities Commission appears destined to miss 2030 Clean Heat targets because it defaults to extending gas service for both new and existing customers and lacks substantial movement toward non-pipeline alternatives (NPAs). \nExpert panelists listed below will share their perspectives on the issues and what can be done: \nLauren Swain – Physicians for Social Responsibility Colorado Program Director \nPatricia Garcia Nelson – GreenLatinos Colorado Fossil Fuel Just Transition Advocate \nCharles Kutscher\, Ph.D. – Colorado Renewable Energy Society policy committee \nTracey Bernett – Former state legislator and prime sponsor of the “Clean Heat” bill \nLearn how you can add your voice to the feedback the PUC receives at a virtual hearing on 1/20/26. \n 
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/empower-hour-protecting-climate-health-equity-from-more-gas-pipelines/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:activism,climate,education,energy,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Empower Hour: How YOU can accelerate the adoption of renewable energy!
DESCRIPTION:Empower Hour: How YOU can accelerate the adoption of renewable energy!\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Dec 16\, 6pm\nWhere: Zoom\nREGISTER HERE!\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Xcel’s latest Time of Use rates makes it possible for individuals who shift their biggest power loads and usage to times of high renewables\, thereby helping to cultivate future renewables! It might also save you some money. Learn practical tips for optimizing your power from Dr. Ron Sinton on 12/16/25!
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/empower-hour-how-you-can-accelerate-the-adoption-of-renewable-energy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:climate,energy,resilience,Webinar
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SUMMARY:From the Manger to the Mountain with Claudia McLaren Lainson
DESCRIPTION:From the Manger to the Mountain with Claudia McLaren Lainson\nWhen: Dec 10\, 7pm-9pm\nWhere: Yellow Barn Farm\nREGISTER HERE!\n\nClaudia McLaren Lainson has lectured nationally and internationally on various topics related to spiritual science\, human development\, the evolution of consciousness\, the new astrology\, and the emerging mysteries now being revealed. She is the founder of Windrose Academy\, and The School for the Sophia Mysteries. She was one of the co-founders of Shining Mountain Waldorf School as well as programs dedicated to educating children. She continues to work through her teaching\, personal counseling\, and mentoring. Claudia served on the editorial board of The Journal for Star Wisdom\, in which she made yearly contributions in her articles and commentaries. She is the author of two books: The Circle of Twelve and the Legacy of Valentin Tomberg\, and The Hermit\, the Minotaur\, and the Shadow of Evil. \nThe Holy days and nights call us inward. As we journey into our heart’s center\, we draw nearer to the Mother’s heart\, wherein we discover the mysteries she guards. And in the heavens above\, the mighty star beings proclaim their prophecies for the coming year. \nThis evening we will explore the profundity of this season\, the necessity of reaching the manger\, and the guidance being revealed by the movements of the planets against the background of the constellations.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/from-the-manger-to-the-mountain-with-claudia-mclaren-lainson/
LOCATION:Yellow Barn Farm\, 9417 N Foothills Hwy.\, Longmont\, 80503
CATEGORIES:climate,community,creative arts,energy,Faith,spirituality
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SUMMARY:Come Tour a Green Home in North Boulder\, With a Geothermal HVAC System
DESCRIPTION:Come Tour a Green Home in North Boulder\, With a Geothermal HVAC System\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Nov 16\, 1pm-3pm\nWhere: Location to be given upon registration\nREGISTER HERE!\n\n\n\nCome tour a 100% gas-free Boulder home and see how they have sustainably electrified their house. Get ideas for your own home.\n\n\n\nThis is part of our monthly green home tour. the homeowner will give tours of their home and answer questions. Refreshments will be served. The exact address will be sent via email.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/come-tour-a-green-home-in-north-boulder-with-a-geothermal-hvac-system/
LOCATION:Exact location provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:climate,education,energy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251113T170000
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SUMMARY:How to Combat Utility Misinformation!
DESCRIPTION:How to Combat Utility Misinformation!\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Nov 13\, 5pm\nWhere: Virtual\nREGISTER HERE!\nJoin 350 Network Council and people around the country to learn how to FIGHT BACK against misinformation from powerful\, for-profit energy utilities as a part of the fossil fuel industry.\n\nWe’ll practice going ‘deeper’ in our conversations in order to educate\, agitate\, and activate! We’ll be tackling questions like: – How can I combat misinformation and green-washing from powerful for-profit energy companies?\n– How can I combat misinformation and build trust within my community?\n– How can we get through to important decision makers\, such as Public Utility Commissions and Elected Officials?\n– What are examples of campaigns that have found success in educating communities and combating misinformation?
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/how-to-combat-utility-misinformation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:activism,climate,education,energy,Governance,resilience,Webinar
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SUMMARY:The History and Current Status of Distributed Renewables
DESCRIPTION:The History and Current Status of Distributed Renewables\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Nov 11\, 6pm-8pm\nWhere: Unitarian Universalist Church of Boulder\nREGISTER HERE!\n\nIn November\, our Boulder County chapter welcomes Dr. Peter Lilienthal for a look at the history of distributed power. \nBased on his 40+ year career looking at the economics of distributed power\, Dr. Lilienthal will first discuss the evolution of distributed power’s technologies and markets. After discussing the current state of distributed power for energy access in developing countries and high penetration renewable power systems in remote areas and islands\, the bulk of the talk will be on the potential for distributed power to harden the US grid by improving resilience and reducing the need for transmission expansion. In addition to the dramatic drop in the price of solar photovoltaics\, new storage technologies promise to completely change the structure of the electric power industry. \nJoin us in person at our new venue\, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Boulder (UUCB). Arrive early for networking at refreshments. Plan to stay after the main presentation for Q&A.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/the-history-and-current-status-of-distributed-renewables/
LOCATION:Boulder Unitarian Universalist Church\, 5001 Pennsylvania Ave\, Boulder\, CO 80303
CATEGORIES:climate,education,energy
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SUMMARY:Empower Hour with Bryan Hannegan\, President and CEO of Holy Cross Energy
DESCRIPTION:Empower Hour with Bryan Hannegan\, President and CEO of Holy Cross Energy\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Nov 11\, 6pm\nWhere: Virtual\nREGISTER HERE!\n\n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to welcome back our first Empower Hour guest (January 2021)\, Bryan Hannegan of Holy Cross Energy (HCE) for an update!\n\nIn May of 2025\, 96% of the electricity provided to its members came from clean energy sources\, a new milestone on the rural electric cooperative’s journey towards providing its membership with 100% clean energy by 2030. In addition to focusing on clean power and reliability\, HCE has been able to keep rates 33% lower than the national average.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/empower-hour-with-bryan-hannegan-president-and-ceo-of-holy-cross-energy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:climate,education,energy,Governance,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251108T170000
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SUMMARY:2025 Longmont Sustainability Awards
DESCRIPTION:2025 Longmont Sustainability Awards\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Nov 8\, 5pm-8pm\nWhere: The Times Collaborative\nTICKETS HERE!\n\nJoin Sustainable Resilient Longmont to celebrate our local climate action leaders! \nThis year our theme is Rooted in Longmont: Powering a Brighter Future. Featuring fresh vegetarian cuisine from Arepas Caribbean. We will also enjoy a live musical performance from harpist Dagny Dash and present the 2025 Longmont Sustainability Awards. \nOur 2025 Longmont Sustainability Awardees: \n\nVolunteer of the Year: Virginia “Ginny” Black\nPublic Servant of the Year: Laura Soto-Ruvalcaba\nCommunity Sustainability Leader: Maren Waldman\nSustainable Business of the Year: Snow Apparel\nZero Waste Champion: ABSD\n\nYour ticket supports SRL’s important work in the community\, and includes our awards program and speakers\, food + one round of drinks (alcoholic & nonalcoholic options available) and live music! \nAll proceeds benefit SRL’s mission to create a more sustainable future for Longmont. \nFor more information or event questions please contact SRL at events@srlongmont.org
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/2025-longmont-sustainability-awards/
LOCATION:The Times Collaborative\, Longmont\, 338 Main Street Longmont\, CO 80501
CATEGORIES:climate,community,culture building,energy,Nature,Networking
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SUMMARY:Considerations for the Energy Transition in Colorado
DESCRIPTION:Considerations for the Energy Transition in Colorado\nWhen: Nov 6\, 12pm \nWhere: Virtual \nRSVP HERE! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin IEEFA for our next webinar discussing our latest report about how renewable energy parks with wind and solar resources\, battery and long-term storage\, and flexible loads\, should be evaluated as alternatives to SMRs and gas with carbon capture as Colorado manages its transition away from coal.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/considerations-for-the-energy-transition-in-colorado/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:climate,education,energy,finance,Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Value of Distributed Energy Resources
DESCRIPTION:The Value of Distributed Energy Resources\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Nov 3\, 6pm\nWhere: Virtual\nREGISTER HERE!\n\nWe’ll be joined by Karl Rabago to discuss the value that distributed energy resources (DERs)\, specifically solar and solar + storage\, provide to the grid and its stakeholders. The presentation will outline the full list of benefits provided by DERs and rate and incentive structures to ensure that asset owners\, grid operators\, and ratepayers all benefit from these resources. More details to come.\n\nKarl R. Rábago operates an energy consultancy as Rábago Energy LLC\, based in Denver\, Colorado. He has 30-plus years of experience in energy and is recognized as an innovator and expert in utility regulatory issues relating to clean and distributed energy services and technologies. Karl serves as Chair of the Board of the Center for Resource Solutions\, an organization that manages the Green-e Certification program for green power products\, and on the Boards of Solar United Neighbors and Texas Solar Energy Society. He has been a Texas public utility commissioner; a Deputy Assistant Secretary at the US Department of Energy; Vice President at Austin Energy; among other positions. Karl is a graduate of Texas A&M and has a law degree from the University of Texas\, as well as Master of Laws degrees in environmental and military law. More information is available at rabagoenergy.com.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/the-value-of-distributed-energy-resources/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:activism,climate,education,energy,resilience,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Crisis Conversation: The Human Cost of the Government Shutdown
DESCRIPTION:Crisis Conversation: The Human Cost of the Government Shutdown\nWhen: Nov 3\, 5pm \nWhere: Virtual \nREGISTER HERE! \nStand With America’s Workers\nWhen the government shuts down\, workers and families pay the price. Join us for a deep dive into the power struggles\, paycheck disruptions\, and political games threatening America’s workforce. \nThis urgent discussion will unpack how shutdown politics are weaponized to weaken organized labor\, destabilize public services\, and silence the very people who keep our nation running. Together\, we’ll explore what solidarity and action look like when labor is on the line.
URL:https://boulder.earth/event/crisis-conversation-the-human-cost-of-the-government-shutdown/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:activism,community,energy,Governance,resilience,social justice,Webinar
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