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[GBU] Lehigh Valley Mayors’ Sustainability Forum
Join Green Building United to hear from four Lehigh Valley mayors as they present on their accomplishments and discuss approaches towards sustainability in the Lehigh Valley. Hear about each community’s commitment to addressing carbon emissions, recycling initiatives, storm water management, and more, all in an effort to make the Lehigh Valley a healthy and livable place for residents and visitors. Governor Wolf challenged […]
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE! MORE INFORMATION WILL BE AVAILABLE WHEN A NEW DATE IS CHOSEN? Come and experience the beauty and diversity of the land and organic farm at Monocacy Manor. Learn about its history and the ministry inspired by the gifts of Creation. With plenty of time to enjoy and contemplatively explore the outdoors, […]
» Read more[LAFAYETTE] “An Inconvenient Sequel” Lehigh Valley Screening
Join the Office of Sustainability, Skillman Library, and the Lehigh Valley community for a free screening of Al Gore’s 2017 documentary, “An Inconvenient Sequel.” Stay for networking with organizations like the Alliance for Sustainable Communities, Lehigh Valley Gas Truth, and more. Student poster presentations and an assortment of refreshments will be available. Looking forward to spending Earth Day with our […]
» Read moreFarmers Markets
Farmers markets allow shoppers to buy products directly from growers. This means less transportation, handling, and processing of fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and other foods. Food sold at farmers markets is often seasonal, local, and less expensive than traditional supermarkets. Learn More Benefits of Shopping at Farmers Markets Farmers Markets and Sustainability – USDA Lehigh Valley Resources 2017 Lehigh […]
» Read more[LVSN] Green Drinks LV
[LVSN] Green Drinks LV
5:30 – Happy Hour with Networking 6:15 – 2018: What Lies Ahead? Let’s start 2018 off with an open forum on where sustainability is headed in 2018. No speaker, just a moderator and some starter questions. From there, the discussion is up to you. What’s the state of sustainability in the Lehigh Valley at the start of the year? Are […]
» Read more[LVSN] Green Drinks Lehigh Valley
For Your Holiday Feasting: How to Buy Local and Waste Less LaKeisha Thorpe, Bethlehem Food Co-op Madeleine Weko, Muhlenberg College Sustainable eating can be tough – finding food that’s healthy, local, AND affordable is easier said than done, especially around the holidays. How can we eat well all winter and experience good and culturally appropriate food all year? Join us as we […]
» Read moreFour Green Technologies Growing Fast Enough To Achieve Zero-Emissions World, IEA Says
An International Energy Agency official claims that there are four sustainable innovations that are on track to “do their part in a zero-carbon-emissions world by mid-century”: electric vehicles, energy storage, solar photovoltaic power, and wind power. This year marks the first time any of these green technologies are on track, which is an important step towards a more sustainable future – but […]
» Read morePlant a Row Lehigh Valley
Plant a Row Lehigh Valley is a hunger relief organization that encourages donations of fresh produce from local gardeners. Participants can either dedicate a row of their garden, or donate excess produce after a harvest. Donations are given to food banks in the Lehigh Valley to help fight food insecurity. For more information, visit Plant a Row For […]
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