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Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Elizabeth L. Kolbe Apr 2010

Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Elizabeth L. Kolbe

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Welcome to Colorado College’s seventh State of the Rockies Report Card. Building upon a strong start in 2004 and continuing each year since, the Rockies Project this year provides a fresh look, through thoughtful analysis, at a fundamental challenge to this beautiful but fragile region: maintaining the Rockies’ key roles in the nation’s food supply and vibrant agriculture. This Report Card and the companion series of 2009- 10 monthly State of the Rockies Food and Agriculture campus speakers are significant outreach activities of Colorado College: Vision 2010, an agenda to strengthen our college and our engagement in the region.


Sustainability Booklet, Paul Andricopulos, Ned Thomas Jan 2010

Sustainability Booklet, Paul Andricopulos, Ned Thomas

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An online booklet highlighting the responsible efforts being made by the City of Henderson to foster a sustainable community.


Building America Research Benchmark Definition: Updated December 2009, R. Hendron, C. Engebrecht Jan 2010

Building America Research Benchmark Definition: Updated December 2009, R. Hendron, C. Engebrecht

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To track progress toward aggressive multi-year, whole-house energy savings goals of 40%–70% and on-site power production of up to 30%, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Residential Buildings Program and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) developed the Building America (BA) Research Benchmark in consultation with the Building America industry teams. The Benchmark is generally consistent with mid-1990s standard practice, as reflected in the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Technical Guidelines (RESNET 2002), with additional definitions that allow the analyst to evaluate all residential end uses, an extension of the traditional HERS rating approach that focuses on space conditioning and …


Hatched: The Capacity For Sustainable Development, Bob Frame, Richard Gordon, Claire Mortimer Jan 2010

Hatched: The Capacity For Sustainable Development, Bob Frame, Richard Gordon, Claire Mortimer

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Hatched: The capacity for sustainable development is edited by Landcare Research scientists Bob Frame, Richard Gordon and Claire Mortimer and is a collection of research findings, stories and tools exploring five key areas of capacity required for New Zealand’s long-term success. It covers innovative research undertaken with businesses, across policy sectors, communities and individuals and was funded by the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology.


New American Home 2010: Las Vegas, Nevada, Building Technologies Program, National Renewable Energy Laboratory Dec 2009

New American Home 2010: Las Vegas, Nevada, Building Technologies Program, National Renewable Energy Laboratory

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This brochure details the New American Home 2010, which demonstrates the use of innovative building materials, cutting-edge design, and the latest construction techniques.


Sustainability Action Plan Booklet, Paul Andricopulos, Ned Thomas May 2009

Sustainability Action Plan Booklet, Paul Andricopulos, Ned Thomas

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Learn about our commitment to maintaining a high quality of life while pursuing a progressive approach to environmental issues. Also, read about our guiding principles with information provided in the new Sustainability Action Plan booklet.


Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Elizabeth L. Kolbe, Matthew K. Reuer Apr 2009

Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Elizabeth L. Kolbe, Matthew K. Reuer

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This year’s Report Card content is largely focused upon wildlife, one of the key natural treasures of the Rockies and a distinguishing aspect to the wildness and beauty we cherish. A related section evaluates the Wild and Scenic River system in the Rockies and how this federal act has protected certain reaches in the West compared to other federal designations and unprotected streams. A key variable for the Rockies’ future is a growing population affecting our natural resources, and in this Report Card we consider the concentration of population growth within large metropolitan areas, a demographic trend known as a …


City Of Las Vegas Green Building Program, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada Jan 2009

City Of Las Vegas Green Building Program, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada

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No abstract provided.


Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, David Havlick, Walter E. Hecox, Christopher B. Jackson, Matthew K. Reuer Apr 2008

Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, David Havlick, Walter E. Hecox, Christopher B. Jackson, Matthew K. Reuer

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The critical research topics for the 2008 Report Card include immigration, affordable housing, renewable energy resources, river restoration and restoration economies, and wildlands.


Tips For Going Green, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada Jan 2008

Tips For Going Green, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada

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No abstract provided.


Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Matthew K. Reuer, Christopher B. Jackson Apr 2007

Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Matthew K. Reuer, Christopher B. Jackson

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No abstract provided.


Sustainable Las Vegas 2007, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada Jan 2007

Sustainable Las Vegas 2007, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada

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This publication is dedicated to the citizens of Las Vegas, to the 3,000 men and women

who serve them at the city of Las Vegas and to future generations who will make Las

Vegas their home. Together we are working to create a world-class city of today, as well as

continuing to maintain that lofty status well into the future. It is this essence of promoting

our greatness into the years ahead that is at the heart of a concept known as sustainability.

Throughout this publication we have listed what the city is doing to make sure all will be …


Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Bryan Hurlbutt, Caitlin O'Brady Apr 2006

Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, Bryan Hurlbutt, Caitlin O'Brady

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Welcome to Colorado College’s third State of the Rockies Report Card. Building upon a strong start in 2004 and continuing through 2005, the Rockies Project this year provides a fresh look at key challenges to this beautiful but fragile region. This Report Card and the companion April 2006 State of the Rockies Conference are significant outreach activities of Colorado College: Vision 2010, an agenda to strengthen our college and our engagement in the region.


Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, F. Patrick Holmes, Bryan Hurlbutt Apr 2005

Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, F. Patrick Holmes, Bryan Hurlbutt

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No abstract provided.


Southern Nevada Guide: Tree Selection And Care, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada Jan 2005

Southern Nevada Guide: Tree Selection And Care, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada

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Trees for Tomorrow was created to educate Southern Nevada residents on the benefits of trees and to help homeowners choose the right trees for their landscape setting. The goal of this booklet is to help homeowners successfully select and establish trees. This Centennial edition recognizes the 100-year celebration of the founding of the City of Las Vegas.

Planting trees is a necessary adaptation to human settlement in arid environments. A strong, healthy community forest is built tree by tree, home by home. Tree canopies help to reduce energy demands, reduce water demands, reduce local air temperatures, reduce air pollution, provide …


Conservation Element Of The Las Vegas 2020 Master Plan, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada Jan 2005

Conservation Element Of The Las Vegas 2020 Master Plan, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada

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There is a dual purpose to the Las Vegas 2020 Master Plan Conservation Element. The first purpose is to address the requirements of state law, as provided in the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 278.150(4). This section of the NRS requires that governing bodies in Nevada counties with a population of 400,000 or more ensure that their master plans address a stipulated list of subjects, including a conservation plan.


Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, F. Patrick Holmes Jan 2004

Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, Walter E. Hecox, F. Patrick Holmes

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No abstract provided.