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WELCOME TO THE NOVEMBER 2018 NEWSLETTER
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It's Election Day!
Whether your interests are in renewable energy, climate justice, or active transportation, get out there and vote for the representatives who will support your issues. Do you know how you're getting to your polling place? Walk, bike, drive, or take advantage of free and discounted rides via Lime Bike, Gadabout, or Lyft.
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County Offers Free Energy Consulting for Construction Projects
We're very excited about this new program that offers business owners and facility managers up to $3,000 in energy consulting services, helping to improve energy efficiency in new construction and major renovations. Learn more.
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Governor Cuomo Celebrates Groundbreaking at Airport
At a groundbreaking on October 16th, Governor Cuomo celebrated the $25M Ithaca Tompkins Airport terminal expansion. Among many improvements, six gates will be added to the soon-to-be international airport. A solar PV parking lot canopy and a geothermal heat pump system will help to reduce energy costs by $50,000 a year, despite a 50% growth in size. Learn more from the NYS Press Release and the Ithaca Voice.
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Bike Walk Tompkins News
There are lots of great items in the Bike Walk Tompkins newsletter, including:
-- Check out #RideSafeDriveSafe for a refresher on what to watch out for while driving or biking.
-- Bike Walk Tompkins is helping to offer the League of American Bicyclists' Traffic Skills 101 class on November 10, 9am-6pm and in Spring 2019.
-- A thank you to the City of Ithaca for recent projects that have improved streets for walking and biking.
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It's Time to Seal the Cracks!
Sustainable Tompkins invites you to help Seal the Cracks in homes across our region. Visit FingerLakesClimateFund.org and use the handy calculator to estimate the carbon emissions from your home, business or travel. You can then choose to make a donation which will help local low-income families pay for energy efficiency measures that cancel out your CO2 emissions. Learn more.
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Get Your Green Back Step of the Month: Carpool / Rideshare
Share the cost of commuting and enjoy good company. 5,000 neighbors do this every day in Tompkins County. Find a match at Finger Lakes Rideshare
or call Way2Go at 607-272-2292.
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Cornell Receives 2018 Green Power Leadership award
Cornell has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Center for Resource Solutions for its efforts to advance access, education, and public interest and engagement in renewable energy resources, especially in low-income communities. Learn more.
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Tompkins Community Action Celebrates Weatherization Day
Tompkins Community Action recently celebrated National Weatherization Day. As the official Weatherization Assistance Program provider for our area, TCAction saves low- to moderate-income house-holds an average of almost $300 per year in energy costs with free improvements. Learn more.
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Initial Public Meeting for the 2040 Tompkins County Long-Range Transportation Plan Update
Wednesday, November 7, 12-2pm and 6-8pm, Borg Warner Room East, Tompkins County Public Library
The update for the 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) is underway. Help us develop a common vision for the future of transportation in Tompkins County. The challenges are many, but so are the opportunities. Learn more.
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African Americans in Ithaca: Situating People in Place and Time
Friday & Saturday, November 9 & 10, Southside Community Center, 305 South Plain Street
The History Center in Tompkins County and the Southside Community Center are hosting a two-day community forum focused on the African-American community in Ithaca. An historical perspective will serve to provide a foundation for dialogues on current issues and topics. Learn more.
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U.S. Policy Options to Decrease Emissions of Carbon Dioxide to Mitigate Changing Climate
Wednesday, November 14, 4:00-5:30pm, Syracuse COE or by webinar
Syracuse University Professor Driscoll's presentation examines the approaches, benefits and costs of the Affordable Clean Energy plan compared with the Clean Power Plan and no policy options. Learn more.
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WELL in Your Home: Lecture about the WELL Building Standard
Thursday, November 15, 5-6pm, Tompkins County Public Library
The WELL Building Standard is revolutionizing the way people think about buildings. It explores how design, operations and behaviors can be optimized to advance human health and well-being, from indoor air quality to sleep patterns to fitness and nutrition. Come learn about how you can apply these principals to your home! Learn more.
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Planning for Electric Vehicles: A Lunch and Learn Event for Municipalities in Tompkins County
Monday, November 19, 12-1pm, Tompkins County Public Library
Municipalities are in a unique position to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles in their communities. Join EVTompkins to learn from other municipalities and discuss how you can support this transition through planning and policy measures. Lunch provided - come hungry! Please RSVP.
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NYSERDA Clean Heating and Cooling Technologies Webinar
Wednesday, November 28, 10-11:30am
The heating and cooling of buildings is responsible for approximately 32% of all GHG emissions in New York State. Demand for cooling will grow as our climate continues to warm. In support of New York State's nation-leading GHG emissions reduction goals, this NYSERDA Clean Energy Communities webinar will cover the benefits of ground-source heat pumps systems, who can benefit, and installation requirements. Learn more.
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Dorothy Cotton Institute Gala in Celebration of International Human Rights
Thursday, December 6, 6-9:30 pm, the Statler Hotel, Cornell University
Reception: 6-7pm, Cash Bar and Hors d’oeuvres with R&B and jazz by Fe Nunn and Friends; Dinner: 7-8pm with jazz by the Molly MacMillan Trio; Program: 8-9:30pm. Learn more.
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