State Finalizes Solar Energy Credits, with Mixed Reviews
In mid-September, New York State revealed its new compensation system for solar and other renewable energy, which replaces net metering with a Value of Distributed Energy Resources system. Industry groups and others have spoken out against the new regulations. Learn more.
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New York Amends Law, Making PACE Financing More Accessible
New York’s State’s Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program has been expanded to apply to a wider range of energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements as a result of legislation signed in September by Governor Cuomo. Learn more.
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Civic Ensemble Hosts Story Circles About Climate Change
Participate in a unique project bringing together theater and climate change. Join Civic Ensemble for a story circle about climate change this October. No preparation needed. Your experiences will help create the play Climates of Change, sponsored by Engaged Cornell, to be performed in December. Contact lucy@civicensemble.org to learn more.
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Get Your Green Back Step of the Month: Renewable Heat
Time to gear up for cold weather! Heat with wood, wood pellets or a heat pump to reduce your carbon footprint and see significant savings - especially if you switch from oil or propane. Learn about incentives and local contractors here.
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City of Ithaca Confirms Indigenous Peoples' Day
Ithaca's Common Council approved an ordinance in early September that will officially recognize the second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples' Day, shedding the traditional Columbus Day moniker. Learn more.
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Climate Change Clearinghouse Supports Sound Decision Making
The New York Climate Change Science Clearinghouse is a gateway for policymakers, planners, and the public to access documents, data, websites, tools, and maps relevant to climate change adaptation and mitigation across New York State. Learn more.
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GreeningUSA Publishes Newsletter
Looking for more sustainability news and events from upstate NY? Check out the newsletter from our friends at GreeningUSA.
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Reuse Trail Treasure Hunt
All October, Various Locations
Take a stroll on the Reuse Trail during the whole month of October, solve a puzzle, and enter a raffle to win prizes. Free and no purchase necessary (but participants do get a 10% discount). Learn more.
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Social Equity and Local Climate Action Planning Webinar
Thursday, October 12, 10:30am-12pm
Webinar participants will learn about approaches that apply an equity lens to strategies for reducing GHG emissions and adapting to climate change. Speakers will also discuss some of the resources and support available to advance equity and environmental justice at the community level. Learn more or register today.
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Introduction to Permaculture Design
Thursday, October 12, 6:30-8:30pm, CCE Tompkins, 615 Willow Ave.
Join Sean Dembrosky of Edible Acres for an evening introduction to the basic concepts of permaculture. $5-$10/person sliding scale. Learn more.
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Farming for Justice: A Discussion/ Action Group for Food Producers
Wednesday, October 18, 6-8pm, Groundswell Center, 225 S Fulton St.
Farming for Justice is a new monthly meeting for farmers, food producers, and anyone interested in digging into the intersection of food, agriculture and social justice. Through dialogue, education and action planning, we'll begin to explore this intersection. Learn more.
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Compost with Confidence: Winter Composting
Saturday, October 21, 12:30-1:30pm, Ithaca Community Gardens
Free "Compost with Confidence" class. Master Composter Volunteers provide information and demonstrations on how to set up and manage a successful compost. This class will focus on winter composting. Learn more.
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Agriculture and Climate Change Workshop
Saturday, October 21, 10am-3pm, Just Be Cause Center, 1013 West State St.
Climate change will continue to impact every farmer's ability to grow and distribute food. Agriculture is one of our greatest tools for reducing the effects of modern industrial society on our global climate, but it also one of the greatest contributors to climate change. Come learn about how we can work together as a community to ensure stability and security in local food production. $25-50/person sliding scale. Learn more.
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Net-Zero Energy Building Design Workshop
November 6-7, 8:30am-5pm, EcoVillage Ithaca
This two day training will focus on design and construction details to achieve net-zero energy use in new buildings. Continuing education credits are available. Learn more.
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