Ohio Green Specialists

Techlife Columbus, Greenlife and Ohio Green Specialists invite you to listen to green experts and network with other environmentally conscious folks. The day of green events will be held on October 15, 2009 at the Dublin Entrepreneurial Center (The DEC) in Columbus Ohio, starting at 9:00 am and going till 5:00 pm. Interested individuals can register at http://www.meetup.com/techlifecolumbus, leave a message here or respond to our Facebook event.

Schedule

9:00 – 5:00 Green Jelly & E-waste Disposal
9:30 – 10:30 Our Wild Neighbors
11:00 – 11:30 From Sun to Solar Success Using Tax Incentives
11:30 – 1:30 Lunch & Successful Workplace Recycling
1:30 – 2:00 Your ROI for Efficient Energy Solutions
3:30 – 5:00 Grow Your Green Business and Green IQ

Green Jelly & E-waste Disposal

You don’t have to be green to come to our Jelly at The DEC. Whether you are a business owner, independent worker or just want a change of pace from the office, you are invited to come co-work at the “Green Jelly”, starting at 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on the 4th floor. During our green day, be sure to bring your laptop to take advantage of the common space and free wi-fi. The Jelly at The DEC offers the chance to settle in and do some work in-between each green event you choose to attend.

Electronic waste can contain hazardous materials and proper disposal is important. To help you dispose of your e-waste, we are offering a one day, “E-Waste Disposal” at The DEC. Bring your e-waste with you because Jesse Roberts from possitivitygreen will be here to answer your questions and handle your collections. E-waste includes computers, CRTs, laptops, cameras, hand-held games, entertainment electronics and mobile phones. They can even destroy the contents of your hard drive if desired. Disposal is completely free except for CRTs which require a payment of $15 to handle.

Our Wild Neighbors

The City of Dublin will be kicking the day off with their feature, “Our Wild Neighbors”. Geared towards residents and environmentally friendly folks, the event starts at 9:30 a.m. and goes for one hour. Michelle Migliore, Nature Education Coordinator for the City of Dublin will share about our wild neighbors and why they choose to live in suburban settings. You’ll also discover what the City of Dublin does to encourage healthy ecosystems and the challenges involved.

From Sun to Solar Success Using Tax Incentives

One of the best energy sources comes from the sun.   Our workshop “From Sun to Solar Success Using Tax Incentives” starts at 11:00 am and is presented by Eric Zimmer, CEO of Tipping Point Renewable Energy.  He will share what solar technology offers your home and business and how to take advantage of the new Government Tax Credit incentives.

Lunch & Successful Workplace Recycling

Lunch is on the house during our “Successful Workplace Recycling” event.   BW3s on Avery Road is providing wings (vegetarians and vegans, inform Angie and she can help coordinate lunch if you like). Lunch will be available for half an hour starting at 11:30 am. At noon, you we’ll explore some key partners in local recycling efforts, like SWACO, Positivity and the Waste Not Center. Michelle Crandall will lead us in a case study of how the City of Dublin initiated recycling with its employees. Crandall will walk you through examples of how to get started, what resources can be helpful and how to engage employees to make it successful.

Your ROI for Efficient Energy Solutions

Increase your knowledge of energy efficiency initiatives, tips to get started saving and programs that can reward you in the process. Zack Griffin, principal of Evolved Energy Solutions, will host the discussion in “Your ROI for Efficient Energy Solutions” focusing on lighting design and related technology as well as rebates and incentives for energy conservation measures through the federal and state government. The session starts at 1:30 pm.

Grow Your Green Business and Green IQ

Finish off the day by learning about exciting new opportunities to “Grow Your Green Business and Green IQ.” Representatives of  The DEC will share new opportunities to be part of the Green Incubator located there. Columbus State’s Dave Watts and Tracy LaMar-Nickoli will share new online, green classes that help people start a green focused business, get necessary certifications and gain the information they need to be successful. Participants are encouraged to join our green forum after the brief presentations to discuss the benefits and challenges of having a green business.

Location Details
Dublin Entrepreneurial Center
7003 Post Road (off of Post Road and Eiterman)
4th Floor
Dublin, OH 43016

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PLEASE NOTE: some mapping applications and GPS are not yet accurate. From I-270, Rt 33/161 Westbound, Exit at Post Rd, Left on Post, Left on Eiterman, Right into 7003 Post Rd. (Entrance is off Eiterman)

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Parking is free and plentiful.

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Written by Angie Palmer