I wanted to extend an invitation to Night Out at the Cluse–a special dinner to raise funds for our MobilityShare program. Here’s the scoop. On Friday, March 27th, at 7pm we’re hosting a family-style, 5-course meal at the Penny Cluse Cafe (it’s not every day you get to eat dinner at the Cluse!). Tickets are $100 […]
Continue readingWhat is the GRF? Primarily a fund that supports energy efficiency projects here on campus, BUT also has a portion available for projects proposed by Champlain College community members. The GRF aims to fund projects that: Promote awareness and understanding of sustainability in education, campus culture and behavior Directly or indirectly reduce Champlain’s environmental impact […]
Continue readingVT Interfaith (good read, local events): GREEN MOUNTAINS, BLUE WATER: Earth Care News from Vermont Interfaith Power and Light (VTIPL) February 2015 In this newsletter: Help VTIPL Match Our Challenge Grant! Greening Our Religions: Film & Discussion Series Ecumenical Lenten Carbon Fast Film Showing: “Wisdom to Survive,” Mar. 28, Montpelier Loss of Arctic Sea Ice: Cause […]
Continue readingTown meeting day is almost here and Our Streets, a new civic group, has surveyed all candidates for Burlington, VT City Council and Mayor. Now the results are in and a slate of endorsements has been announced! https://www.wewalkwebikewevote.org/
Walk More. Drive Less. Sustainable Transportation in Rural Areas. 4:00 p.m. Feb 18. John Dewey Lounge, Old Mill. University of Vermont. Richard Watts, Director, Center for Research on Vermont Julie Campoli, Principle: Terra Firma Urban Design, recent book; Made for Walking * (invited) Justine Sears, Senior Policy Analyst, Transportation Efficiency, VEIC Curt McCormack, Member, House […]
Continue readingHello All Employees, This Friday (13th) is International Winter Bike To Work Day. There are a number of great events happening around Burlington to celebrate. Commit to riding and show the world you are at:https://winterbiketoworkday.org/ (there is some fun info and videos there too). Check out the worldwide events at the facebook page. Burlington is […]
Continue readingWhat: Ride 365 When: 8am, Friday, February 13, 2015 Where: Old Spokes Home; Ride will depart for Maglianero Café, route dependent on weather Who: You! Winter cyclists, veteran, novice & wannabes… Demo a fat tire! Ride with Mayor Weinberger! Learn about safe & enjoyable winter cycling! Why: Celebrate the 3rd Annual International Winter Bike to Work […]
Continue readingIt’s early in winter and yet we’ve had a plethora of ice, rain, and everything in between, which prompted this question from a concerned faculty member. Q. What’s with all the “salt” we are putting on the walkways and parking lots? Can’t be good for the lake. A. I know, and it’s something that […]
Continue readingA recent note from the Way to Go commuter challenge organizers: Congratulations! We are pleased to announce that Champlain College won the Universities and Colleges Category for the Fall 2013 Way to Go! Challenge!! You led the pack with 8% participation and 2,754 pounds of carbon saved! Way to go, Champlain! Let’s keep it up […]
Continue readingWHAT: Fourth Annual Halloween Bike Ride: Shared Streets Not Scared Streets WHEN: Sunday, October 27th @ 2PM WHERE: City Hall Park (ride begins here) GLAD YOU ASKED: Join Mayor Weinberger and hundreds of riders for a rolling Halloween costume party! We’ll begin at City Hall Park in Burlington, Vermont at 2PM. Costumes encouraged but not […]
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