Five Ways to Green Your Business workshop

Five Ways to Green Your Business workshop
Home Popular Durango-based artist Deborah Gorton launches web site Artist’s mixed media work and class information now at www.deborahgorton.com Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango named to America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP), the country's largest private, nonprofit preservation organization, has named Durango, Colo., to its 2007 list of America’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations Durango is a doggone friendly town! When you’re ready to escape the dog-eat-dog world of the big city, Durango is the natural choice. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. High Altitude Culinary Heaven The restaurant choices, quality of food and depth of menu selections in this town population 16,000, challenge the culinary offerings of any metropolitan hub. Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Aunt Lydia's Meat Loaf From Ken & Sue's as printed in the Denver post Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Miso Broiled Black Cod "Saikyo-Yaki" This is a favorite of chef Sergio Verduzco at East by Southwest in Durango Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. Croque Monsieur This recipe, from Jean-Pierre chef/owner Jean-Pierre Bleger can be found throughout France. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. 10 Reasons to Eat Organic—and Local Buying local, as well as organic, will allow you to feed and protect your family in the safest way possible. This Ecological Footprint Quiz Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? Animas River Trail Mural Project Trout Wall Mural Anticipates Completion in July 2007 Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Durango e-Coupons offering online coupons Trout Wall Public Art Work Nears Completion After three months of volunteering by a group of Durango middle school and local area high school students, the Animas River Trail Mural Trout Wall is nearing completion. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. Leadership La Plata selects 2007-2008 Class Leadership La Plata (LLP), the diverse, all-volunteer organization designed to educate and train community leaders from throughout the county, has announced selection of the 2007-2008 Class. City Begins Work on Downtown Sidewalk Design Project The City of Durango is undertaking a redesign and upgrade of its downtown pedestrian areas, including sidewalks, curbs, crossings and streetscapes. Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Durango’s award-winning craft brewers now powered by “Wind” 100 percent of beer brewed in Durango, Colorado, is now being produced using “Green Power” Home Composting Bins Available From The City of Durango The Smiley Garden: Locally grown food making sense for Durango, the world The miracle of nature is now very evident at the Smiley Garden, located along East Third Ave. on the east side of the historic Smiley Building. A model for sustainability, the Smiley Building is owned by Charles Shaw and his wife Lisa Bodwalk. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Business Improvement District comissions Conference Center feasibility study update Results of the Conference Center feasibility study update have been released by the Business Improvement District Board of Directors. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. Downtown Improvement/Economic Sustainability Programs Underway The Durango Business Improvement District (BID) and City of Durango are taking leadership roles in a number of projects designed to enhance the appearance of the Historic Downtown, as well as the economic sustainability of Durango. August 2007 Steering Committee Meeting Minutes DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion DurangoDowntown.com launches community “News” page Demand for on-line news service prompts DurangoDowntown expansion Wolverine Wednesdays supports Bayfield Theater Troupe Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign raises funds for Bayfield youth Wolverine Wednesdays supports Bayfield Theater Troupe Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign raises funds for Bayfield youth Wolverine Wednesdays supports Bayfield Theater Troupe Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign raises funds for Bayfield youth Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. Steamworks’ “Spruce Goose Ale” earns 93 in brew review The Beer Enthusiast at Draft magazine lauds Steamworks seasonal beer. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase La Plata Electric Association’s Board of Directors, Nov. 20, 2007, gave preliminary approval for an average electric rate increase of 9.6 percent. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase La Plata Electric Association’s Board of Directors, Nov. 20, 2007, gave preliminary approval for an average electric rate increase of 9.6 percent. La Plata Electric Association announces rate increase La Plata Electric Association’s Board of Directors, Nov. 20, 2007, gave preliminary approval for an average electric rate increase of 9.6 percent. Holidazzle Window Display winners announced Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night. Holidazzle Window Display winners announced Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night. Holidazzle Window Display winners announced Local businesses helped put the “dazzle” into the 3rd Annual Holidazzle by participating in the holiday window display competition. Twenty Holidazzling “winners” were named during the secret judging held on Noel Night. LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block. LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block. LPEA announces Green Power rate reduction Rate for optional renewable energy purchase to be $0.80 per 100kWh block. Betsy Lovelace promoted at La Plata Electric Association Long time LPEA employee named Supervisor of Customer Service Representatives. Betsy Lovelace promoted at La Plata Electric Association Long time LPEA employee named Supervisor of Customer Service Representatives. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. “Wolverine Wednesdays” generates $1100-plus for Bayfield Youth Steamworks Brewing Co. campaign supports Bayfield Marching Band. La Plata Electric Association instigates new “Outage Hotline” Emergency information on electrical outages now disseminated beyond traditional media. Marketing for Smarties Challenge: Marketing strategies for smart entrepreneurs Marketing for Smarties Challenge: Marketing strategies for smart entrepreneurs Marketing for Smarties Challenge: Marketing strategies for smart entrepreneurs Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual! Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses. Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual! Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses. Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual! Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses. Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual! Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses. Historic Downtown Durango—Business as usual! Durango’s nationally acclaimed historic downtown opened for business as usual this morning despite the absence of three popular Main Avenue businesses. Craft Beer Industry boasts double-digit gains in 2007 Locally, Steamworks Brewing Co. enjoys 36 percent growth in sales. Craft Beer Industry boasts double-digit gains in 2007 Locally, Steamworks Brewing Co. enjoys 36 percent growth in sales. Half Price Tees Back in Business Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March Half Price Tees Back in Business Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March Half Price Tees Back in Business Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March Half Price Tees Back in Business Only two weeks after their building was completely destroyed by the 700 Main Avenue fire, Durango Embroidery & Print, the custom division of Half Price Tees, delivered 200 custom silk screened t-shirts to the Destination Imagination competition held March ALPINE BANK OPENS THREE SPRINGS BANKING OFFICE Alpine Bank today announced the opening of its second location, Alpine Bank at Three Springs, located at 175 Mercado Street. ALPINE BANK OPENS THREE SPRINGS BANKING OFFICE Alpine Bank today announced the opening of its second location, Alpine Bank at Three Springs, located at 175 Mercado Street. Local Florist Wins Again in Statewide Design Competition! Local Florist Wins Again in Statewide Design Competition! Steamworks Brewing Co.’s Colorado Kölsch earns Bronze in Australia Steamworks Brewing Co.’s Colorado Kölsch earns Bronze in Australia World Beer Cup taps Steamworks Brewing Co.’s Colorado Kölsch as a Silver Medalist Steamworks Kölsch makes international news for second week. World Beer Cup taps Steamworks Brewing Co.’s Colorado Kölsch as a Silver Medalist Steamworks Kölsch makes international news for second week. AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ AUDIO WEB STREAMING OF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ Durango Chamber of Commerce to offer Customer Service Training Seminar The Durango Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First National Bank of Durango, will host a Customer Service Training Seminar featuring renowned author and customer service expert, Charlie Adams. Durango Chamber of Commerce to offer Customer Service Training Seminar The Durango Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First National Bank of Durango, will host a Customer Service Training Seminar featuring renowned author and customer service expert, Charlie Adams. Durango Chamber of Commerce to offer Customer Service Training Seminar The Durango Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with First National Bank of Durango, will host a Customer Service Training Seminar featuring renowned author and customer service expert, Charlie Adams. INSIDE DURANGO TV TURNS 25! This summer season, Inside Durango TV is celebrating 25 years on the air! Since May, 1983, Inside Durango TV has been Durango’s only independent and locally produced television show that airs on Durango’s local cable system. INSIDE DURANGO TV TURNS 25! This summer season, Inside Durango TV is celebrating 25 years on the air! Since May, 1983, Inside Durango TV has been Durango’s only independent and locally produced television show that airs on Durango’s local cable system. INSIDE DURANGO TV TURNS 25! This summer season, Inside Durango TV is celebrating 25 years on the air! Since May, 1983, Inside Durango TV has been Durango’s only independent and locally produced television show that airs on Durango’s local cable system. Durango Chamber of Commerce ANNUAL CLEAN DAY. The Durango Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host it’s 5th Annual CLEAN DAY on Friday, May 23rd from 9:00am – Noon. Durango Chamber of Commerce ANNUAL CLEAN DAY. The Durango Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host it’s 5th Annual CLEAN DAY on Friday, May 23rd from 9:00am – Noon. Durango Chamber of Commerce ANNUAL CLEAN DAY. The Durango Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Durango and Durango Business Improvement District (BID) will host it’s 5th Annual CLEAN DAY on Friday, May 23rd from 9:00am – Noon. McLean joins Mountain Bike Specialists Hal McLean has joined the sales team at Mountain Bike Specialists. McLean joins Mountain Bike Specialists Hal McLean has joined the sales team at Mountain Bike Specialists. McLean joins Mountain Bike Specialists Hal McLean has joined the sales team at Mountain Bike Specialists. BANK OF COLORADO HIRES MORTGAGE BANKING ADVISOR Bank of Colorado announces the addition of Bill Lambert as a Mortgage Banking Advisor for the Durango and Pagosa Springs branch. BANK OF COLORADO HIRES MORTGAGE BANKING ADVISOR Bank of Colorado announces the addition of Bill Lambert as a Mortgage Banking Advisor for the Durango and Pagosa Springs branch. Jeff Wadsworth named Chief Financial Officer at La Plata Electric Jeff Wadsworth named Chief Financial Officer at La Plata Electric Diane Shaline Joins Mountain Bike Specialists Diane Shaline joined Mountain Bike Specialists as the receiving and merchandising assistant. Diane Shaline Joins Mountain Bike Specialists Diane Shaline joined Mountain Bike Specialists as the receiving and merchandising assistant. Elections for La Plata Electric director seats upcoming Those interested in running for one of four director seats can pick up election packets June 18. Elections for La Plata Electric director seats upcoming Those interested in running for one of four director seats can pick up election packets June 18. Syndicom welcomes Dr. Blake Ward as VP of Product Development Ph.D. and computer science expert brings valuable knowledge to the Syndicom team Syndicom welcomes Dr. Blake Ward as VP of Product Development Ph.D. and computer science expert brings valuable knowledge to the Syndicom team DurangoDowntown.com and Creative Links relocate to Main Ave. Creative Links Web Development, publishers of DurangoDowntown.com, Durango’s comprehensive community web site and visitor guide, has relocated to 1129 Main Ave. in Historic Downtown Durango. DurangoDowntown.com and Creative Links relocate to Main Ave. Creative Links Web Development, publishers of DurangoDowntown.com, Durango’s comprehensive community web site and visitor guide, has relocated to 1129 Main Ave. in Historic Downtown Durango. 4CORE receives $50,000 sponsorship from BP Funds will be used to support energy efficiency, conservation projects and programs. 4CORE receives $50,000 sponsorship from BP Funds will be used to support energy efficiency, conservation projects and programs. 4CORE receives $50,000 sponsorship from BP Funds will be used to support energy efficiency, conservation projects and programs. Public hearing Oct. 6 for city Capital Improvements Program Public hearing Oct. 6 for city Capital Improvements Program Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Walk and Wheel to School Day planned for Oct. 8 Music in the Mountains sponsors “Strut Your Stuff Talent Show” Music in the Mountains sponsors “Strut Your Stuff Talent Show” Music in the Mountains sponsors “Strut Your Stuff Talent Show” San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics San Juan Basin Health launches flu clinics LPEA offering rebates for new refrigerator/freezer purchase Members can receive $40 rebate for purchase of a new Energy Star® appliance. LPEA offering rebates for new refrigerator/freezer purchase Members can receive $40 rebate for purchase of a new Energy Star® appliance. LPEA offering rebates for new refrigerator/freezer purchase Members can receive $40 rebate for purchase of a new Energy Star® appliance. Durango High School investigation update Officials respond to gun rumor at Durango High School. San Juan Symphony to present "Where Giants Dare to Tread" San Juan Symphony to present "Where Giants Dare to Tread" San Juan Symphony to present "Where Giants Dare to Tread" Board of County Commissioners Schedule, Oct. 6-10 World rumba gruitarist Brent Gunter performs at Durango Arts Center World rumba gruitarist Brent Gunter performs at Durango Arts Center World rumba gruitarist Brent Gunter performs at Durango Arts Center School District 9-R News Briefs for Oct.6-10 School District 9-R News Briefs for Oct.6-10 Community meeting schedule to discusse Parks, Trails, Open Space and Recreation master plan CDOT road project updates Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters” Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters” Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new Svanes, Brant named to head LPEA Finance Department Electric cooperative welcomes new CFO and Controller. Svanes, Brant named to head LPEA Finance Department Electric cooperative welcomes new CFO and Controller.	The Small Business Development Center located at Fort Lewis College is offering a Five Top Ways to Green Your Business workshop in Durango at the Durango Recreation Center. This half-day seminar coached by JoDee Powers of Progressive Green Solutions will give you practical advice you can apply immediately to your business. Her insights and experience will give you the ability to plan your way into cost effective and environmentally friendly practices. Take away skills that will help you “green” your business long into the future. This workshop covers helpful topics such as: · Economics of Climate Change · Understanding Your Carbon Footprint · Identifying Your Green Mission · Improving Energy Efficiency · Greening Your Employees · Creating a Green Marketing Edge The workshop will be held on Thursday, April 10th at the Durango Community Recreation Center (2700 Main Ave), 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuition is $49 or $39 for Chamber Members and the registration deadline is April 4th, although walk-ins will be welcome. Space is limited and the first 15 registrations will be guaranteed a space. For more information, please contact the Small Business Development Center, 1000 Rim Drive, Education Business Building, 140, Durango, CO 81301; Phone: 970-247-7009; Fax: 970-247-7205; Email: beckelhymer_r@fortlewis.edu; Web: www.soba.fortlewis.edu/sbdc.
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