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Climate Action Workshops are FREE to attend and are hosted monthly at Switchyard Park,(1601 S. Rogers St., Bloomington) inside the Pavilion. Following each workshop, presentation slides will be made available below. To request a recording of the workshop, email Rebecca Swift, Bloomington Parks and Recreation's Natural Resources Coordinator.
Go Green with Battery-Powered Lawn Equipment
Gas-powered lawn and garden equipment are important emitters of greenhouse gasses as well as health-impacting air pollutants. They emit 30 million tons of pollutants annually in the US, accounting for a quarter of all non-road gasoline emissions. In this workshop, we will discuss how residents can take steps to reduce their household's carbon footprint and help the City achieve its community-wide emission goals. We will explore the benefits and impacts of going green with battery-powered lawn equipment and how residents can make their yards even "greener."
FREE • For all ages.
Switchyard Park, Pavilion
Date: May 15
Time: 12-12:45 p.m.
Instructor: Shawn Miya, Assistant Director of Sustainability (Economic and Sustainable Development)
Stormwater Management Through Green Infrastructure
Many properties face challenges related to stormwater quality and quantity issues. Rain gardens and other stormwater best management practices (BMPs) can be installed to reduce runoff and control flooding by capturing/conveying water. Attend a short presentation to learn about Residential Stormwater Grants available to Bloomington homeowners. Then go on a short hike around the park to see and discuss BMPs, including design, plant species selection, and more.
FREE • For all ages.
Switchyard Park, Pavilion
Date: June 5
Time: 12-12:45 p.m.
Instructor: Joanna Sparks & Kriste Lindberg
A Win-Win! Save Money and Mitigate Climate Change
Win-win strategies help community members save money with Inflation Reduction Act tax incentives, and save households an average of $1,800 per year when they electrify their homes!
FREE • For all ages.
Switchyard Park, Pavilion
Date: July 10
Time: 12-12:45 p.m.
Instructor: Shawn Miya, Assistant Director of Sustainability (Economic and Sustainable Development)
Climate Change and Health: What’s the Connection?
Learn about the ways climate change impacts health and the steps you can take to ensure positive outcomes. From extreme heat and vector-borne diseases to respiratory illnesses, find out how you can make a difference in our community’s health and well-being.
FREE • For all ages.
Switchyard Park, Pavilion
Date: August 14
Time: 12-12:45 p.m.
Instructor: Shawn Miya, Assistant Director of Sustainability (Economic and Sustainable Development)