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SUMMARY:A Benefit Cabaret to Save Philadelphia from Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Benefit Cabaret to Save Philadelphia from Climate Change\nMar 30\, 2024\, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM\nFringearts\n \n140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA 19106\, USA \n\n\nAbout the event\n\n\nSure\, we’ve all heard about climate change\, but with a little music and a little money we can save our city from what everyone is calling “the existential threat of our time!” \nJoin five cabaret performers\, one standup comedian\, and a live band for the most important benefit concert you’ll ever buy a ticket to. Join Betty Smithsonian\, John Jarboe\, Jess Conda\, Cookie Diorio\, Jess Conda\, and Alice Yorke\, March 30 at 8:30pM at Fringearts\, plus surprise celebrity guests you won’t want to miss! \n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/a-benefit-cabaret-to-save-philadelphia-from-climate-change/
LOCATION:Fringearts\, 140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd\, Philadelphia\, PA\, PHiladelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19106
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SUMMARY:SHINING LIGHT ON COMMUNITY SOLAR: A MUNICIPAL PERSPECTIVE
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY\, APRIL 9\n7:00 PM\nVIA ZOOM WEBINAR\nClick here to register now \nLearn about the power of Community Solar in New Jersey and the important role that your municipality can play in the process! Community Solar allows residents to tap into renewable energy from solar projects nearby. Unlike traditional solar setups\, installed on the rooftops of residences\, these projects are strategically located on the rooftops of larger buildings\, ensuring inclusive and cost-effective access to clean energy and making smart use of already developed areas. \nJoin us for an educational virtual workshop\, in collaboration with Sustainable Jersey and Solar Landscape\, as we delve into the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Community Solar Energy Program from a municipal perspective. This rapidly expanding initiative is greenlighting projects across the state\, granting renters and homeowners access to sustainable energy solutions. \nGain insights tailored for your environmental commission and municipality. This session will equip you with essential information and resources to navigate the program effectively and ensure you know the most pertinent questions to ask before moving forward. \nRegistration:\nANJEC Members: No charge\nNon-Members: $15 \nClick here to register
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/shining-light-on-community-solar-a-municipal-perspective-2/
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SUMMARY:SHINING LIGHT ON COMMUNITY SOLAR: A MUNICIPAL PERSPECTIVE
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY\, APRIL 9\n7:00 PM\nVIA ZOOM WEBINAR\nClick here to register now \nLearn about the power of Community Solar in New Jersey and the important role that your municipality can play in the process! Community Solar gives residents the opportunity to tap into renewable energy from solar projects near their communities. Unlike traditional solar setups installed on the rooftops of residences\, these projects are strategically located on the rooftops of larger buildings\, ensuring inclusive and cost-effective access to clean energy and making smart use of already-developed areas. \nJoin us for an educational virtual workshop\, in collaboration with Sustainable Jersey and Solar Landscape\, as we delve into the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Community Solar Energy Program from a municipal perspective. This rapidly expanding initiative is greenlighting projects across the state\, granting renters and homeowners access to sustainable energy solutions. \nGain insights tailored for your environmental commission and municipality. This session will equip you with essential information and resources to navigate the program effectively and ensure you know the most pertinent questions to ask before moving forward. \nRegistration:\nANJEC Members: No charge\nNon-Members: $15 \nClick here to register
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/shining-light-on-community-solar-a-municipal-perspective/
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SUMMARY:THE ESSEX HUDSON GREENWAY
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAY\, APRIL 4\n7:00 PM\nVIA ZOOM WEBINAR\nClick here to register now \nThe Greenway a nine-mile green space opportunity\nJoin ANJEC and meet with NJDEP officials to learn more about the project and share your insights. \nRegistration:\nANJEC members\, no charge to participate\nNon-Members $15\nClick here to register \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nCALENDARGOOGLECAL
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/the-essex-hudson-greenway/
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SUMMARY:EPA'S Empowering Communities for Environmental Equity Summit
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, May 16\, 2024\, starting at 10 AM EDT\, EPA Mid-Atlantic Region will host their virtual summit\, “Empowering Communities for Environmental Equity.” The summit is an opportunity for everyone to gather and exchange ideas about equitable access to healthy and sustainable communities. Attached is the save the date flyer for the summit.   \nWho should attend?   \nThe summit is free and open to the public. The summit will convene representatives from communities; non-profit organizations; Tribes; professional organizations and advocacy groups; businesses; academia; and federal\, state\, and local government in the Mid-Atlantic Region. However\, anyone interested in environmental and public health may attend the summit.   \n Event website and registration:   \nPlease use this link to access the summit website: https://cvent.me/2Waz8q. More details\, including registration\, summit agenda\, and sponsors\, will be available on the website as we draw closer to the event. Stay tuned!   \n The summit will be hosted using Zoom Events\, a virtual meeting platform building off the functions of Zoom Meetings & Webinars. Once registered\, you will have access to the Zoom Event portal which will be a central hub for meeting activities and will be your route to the myriad sessions supporting this summit.  \n 
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/empowering-communities-for-environmental-equity/
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with ANJEC and NJ Clean Communities
DESCRIPTION:A Lunch & Learn Program in Partnership with NJ Clean Communities\nNoon\, Thursday\, February 29\, 2024\nZoom Webinar. Click here to register \nCalling All ECs\, Green Team Members\, and Clean Community Coordinators \nLearn to cross-promote your town’s MS4 Requirements and litter abatement education \nLearn how clean communities funds can be used to complete stormwater education and outreach requirements \nExpand your network and build relationships with township staff and community volunteers \nFind out about existing programs and resources such as Adopt-A-Drain and Litter-Free \nNJNJCC Coordinators will receive one (1) credit for this webinar\nRegister: ANJEC Members & NJ Clean Community Coordinators: No charge\nNon–Members: $15 Click here to register\nLogin Details will be e-mailed on February 28
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/lunch-and-learn-with-anjec-and-nj-clean-communities/
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SUMMARY:Flocking Together at Valley Forge NHP
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 11\, 2024 at 8:00 AM to Sunday\, February 11\, 2024 at 11:00 AM EST\n\n\n\n\nValley Forge National Historical Park: Betzwood Trail\n\n\n\nSullivan’s Lane · West Norriton\, pa\n\n\nIt’s not only birds that like to flock together – bird watchers do\, too!\nValley Forge Audubon Society is thrilled to partner with the In Color Birding Club\, Wild Birds Unlimited – Collegeville\, and the Valley Forge Park Alliance for a winter birding trip along the Betzwood Trail in Valley Forge NHP. Don’t miss this chance to meet new people from different organizations as we share our common love of birds\, birding\, and our inclusive birding community. \nWild Birds Unlimited will be providing winter bird seed gifts to all participants. In Color Birding Club and Valley Forge Audubon Society will have extra binoculars to loan out and will jointly provide our experienced trip leaders. The permit for this group gathering in Valley Forge National Historical Park is provided through the Valley Forge Park Alliance. \nDuring our outing\, we will travel along wide dirt and gravel trails for up to 3 hours. Please bring binoculars if you have them and dress comfortably for the weather. Restrooms are available at the Betzwood trailhead where we will meet. GPS: 40.109591\, -75.421683; 4H5H+R8P \nPlease RSVP at incolorbirding.org/rsvp so that we know how many people to expect. \nOrganizers: Jason Hall\, Chris Wells\, Patty Werth
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/flocking-together-at-valley-forge-nhp/
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SUMMARY:The Birds of Bryn Coed
DESCRIPTION:Valley Forge Audubon Society Calendar of Events\n\n\nSaturday\, August 26\, 2023\n8:15 AM\nNatural Lands’ Bryn Coed Preserve\n1869 Flint Rd\nChester Springs\, PA 19425\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd to calendar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP today
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/the-birds-of-bryn-coed/
LOCATION:The Bryn Coed Preserve\, 1869 Flint Rd\, Chester Springs\, PA\, 9425\, United States
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SUMMARY:Evening Paddle on Hopewell Lake
DESCRIPTION:Lazy\, warm summer evenings are a wonderful time for being on the water\, especially in a location as beautiful as French Creek State Park. Join Valley Forge Audubon Society and DCNR naturalist Jared Brandt for an evening paddle on Hopewell Lake as we look and listen for birds\, beavers\, and other wildlife in the evening twilight. Last year the Nighthawks put on a show for us – what will we discover this time? \nThe minimum age to participate is 10 years old. \nThis is a bring-your-own-boat event\, although there will be a limited number of kayaks for rent. Please note that rentals must be reserved in advance. For cost information
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/evening-paddle-on-hopewell-lake/
LOCATION:Valley Forge Audubon Society Calendar of Events\, Pennsylvania
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SUMMARY:Inaugural NJ FoodTech 2023 Conference\, June 28
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Rutgers University’s Food Innovation Center\, Middlesex County and the New Jersey Economic\nDevelopment Authority at the first annual NJ FoodTech 2023 Conference. Food and beverage companies\,\ninvestors\, academics\, start-ups\, entrepreneurs\, and food innovation leaders will come together to share their\ninsights\, discuss opportunities\, and identify future partners.\nDATE: Wed.\, June 28\, 2023\nTIME: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\nLOCATION: Rutgers College Avenue Student Center\, 126 College Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\nREGISTRATION: $30 per person\, with registration by June 26\, 2023. **No Refunds**\nFree for Rutgers faculty\, staff\, students\, and conference partners\, however all attendees must register.\nRegister here and view conference agenda.\nKeynote speaker\, Lou Cooperhouse\, Founder\, President & CEO of BlueNalu\, will present\, “Food for Thought:\nFood Industry Trends.”\nExperts will present on industry trends\, indoor vertical farming\, and the state of the market. There will be\ndynamic panel discussions on innovative sustainability\, funding through private equity\, food manufacturing\nsurvey results and plenty of networking throughout the day.\nThe conference will help promote the growth of New Jersey’s food technology sector by building awareness of\nits strength in food innovation\, leading to business retention\, and business opportunities.\nAbout the Food Innovation Center at Rutgers University\nThe Food Innovation Center at Rutgers University (FIC) is a unique food business incubator and accelerator that\nis a unit of the Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES). The Center supports established\nearly-stage entrepreneurs and existing food companies from concept to commercialization. Combining years of\nindustry expertise and the advanced technologies offered by Rutgers\, we provide business\, marketing\, food\nsafety\, product design and scale up expertise within FDA and USDA certified facilities to help companies\nsuccessfully build and grow their business. http://foodinnovation.rutgers.edu/
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/inaugural-nj-foodtech-2023-conference-on-june-28/
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SUMMARY:June Birding at Evansburg State Park
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdy\,  June 7\, 2023\n8 a.m. – 10 a.m. \nValley Forge Audubon Society\n\n\nEvansburg State Park\n851 Mayhall Rd\nCollegeville\, PA 19426 \n\n\nThis late spring outing will be focused on nesting birds. Birds will be singing on their territory\, building nests\, and feeding young. This 2 to 3 hour field trip will begin on a grass trail along the wooded edge and circle back on an earthen woodland trail. We will be meeting at Pavilion A on May Hall Rd\, which is on the right (across from Pavilion B) before the visitor center. Note that Pavilion A is not well-marked. \nNew birders are welcome at VFAS programs. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. This outing will be on trails that may be uneven and muddy\, so please wear sturdy waterproof shoes. Bring binoculars if you have them. The leaders will have an extra of binoculars to share. Restrooms are available at Pavilion A. \nLeaders: Tony Nastase & Pat Nastase (patnastase@gmail.com)
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/june-birding-at-evansburg-state-park/
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SUMMARY:ChesCo Parks Birding Series: #4 – Hibernia
DESCRIPTION:The Chester County Parks system has seven wonderful parks which provide excellent birdwatching opportunities. Join us as we explore all seven of the parks\, one per month\, in 2023. \nOur 4th location is Hibernia County Park\, 1 Park Rd\, Coatesville\, PA 19320 \nWe will meander through the park’s various habitats searching land\, water\, and sky for passerines\, waterfowl\, raptors\, and more. No prior knowledge of birds or birding is necessary to attend. If you are a beginner\, join us! Children (accompanied by an adult) are always welcome\, too\, on our family-friendly field trips. \nBring binoculars if you have them. This outing will cover about 2 miles on earthen trails and will last approximately 2-3 hours. \nWe will meet in the parking lot by the restrooms between pavilions 4 & 5. \nThis field trip is a collaboration between the Valley Forge Audubon Society\, the West Chester Bird Club\, and Chester County Parks and Preservation. \nLeaders: Patty Werth & John Mercer \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP today
URL:https://enviropolitics.com/event/chesco-parks-birding-series-4-hibernia/
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