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November 2020
Wildfire and Eco Restoration – SBCA Happy Hour
Save Barton Creek Association will host a happy hour chat with James Duff, the Fire Adapted Communities Coordinator at the Austin Fire Department, Wildfire Division on Thurs., Nov. 12 from 6:30-8pm. They'll cover wildfire, eco restoration with the removal of invasive species, and the role that the Wildfire Division plays. The Wildfire division addresses the potential threat of wildfires through public education, fuel (vegetation) management, and effective firefighting response. The Wildfire division also assists neighborhoods in becoming Fire Adapted Communities…
Find out more »The Future of Buildings, Transportation and Power
Special guest Roger Duncan, co-author of the new book, The Future of Buildings, Transportation and Power. About this Event Buildings, transportation and power generation account for roughly 75% of energy conversions in our economy. Understanding the energy trends governing these sectors will help us develop a more sustainable future. Join TPA for a special T5 webinar with energy efficiency pioneer Roger Duncan who will discuss his new book, The Future of Buildings, Transportation and Power, co-authored with Dr. Michael Webber.…
Find out more »December 2020
#GivingTuesday
Support Wimberley Valley Watershed Association on #GivingTuesday! The Wimberley Valley Watershed Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization. In order to carry out our mission, we rely upon generous donations by people like you who care about protecting and preserving the natural beauty of the glorious valley. Your contributions are tax-deductible. Three ways to show your support: Make a financial donation to boost land and water protection and building connections that will inspire and ensure a bright future for the Hill…
Find out more »Seed Harvesting: Onion, Water Quality Protection Land
**To reduce the spread of the coronavirus, participants must bring their own face mask and work gloves, and practice social distancing by maintaining 6 feet between each person at all times during the event. Each adult participant must register themselves for an event and cannot register guests at this time. If you would like to request a space for a child/children, please email Audrey (Audrey.Stewart@austintexas.gov) with the number of spaces requested and the event you are attending.** Join Austin Water…
Find out more »Rehydration of the Landscape – City of Austin BCCP Reforestation Series webinars
Desertification is not only a worldwide issue, but a local problem as well. Massive clear-cutting in Central Texas has led to erosion, soil compaction, and loss of biodiversity. Join us on December 7th at 6pm for this installment of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve Reforestation Series - Rehydration of the Landscape, as Dr. Nico Hauwert addresses the effects of deforestation from global to local impacts. Biologist Jim O'Donnell will then demonstrate techniques to rehydrate degraded landscapes on the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve.…
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