Posted by chris on November 8, 2009
Chris Parts of the Maryland Chapter of the US Green Building Council congratulates Dr. Michael Martirano and Kim Summers on Evergreen Elementary School achieving LEED Gold certification.
LEONARDTOWN, MD – During the November 3, 2009, dedication ceremony for Evergreen Elementary School, the United States Green Building Council recognized St. Mary’s County Public Schools for their outstanding achievement in designing and building Evergreen Elementary School and named the school as a Gold-rated Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) project. LEED is the nation’s premier program for design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Only some 3,400 buildings nationwide are LEED certified, with only 1,100 of them achieving gold certification. Evergreen Elementary School is the first LEED primary school in St. Mary’s County.
“We are extremely pleased with our final product,” said Dr. Michael J. Martirano, superintendent of schools.”Not only is Evergreen Elementary an example of energy conservation at its best, but it is also a hands-on learning environment for every student who walks through its doors. I thank every partner who played a role in the funding, design, and construction of this magnificent facility which is certain to serve as a prototype for future school construction throughout the state.”
The Evergreen Elementary design utilizes the LEED scorecard and includes a geothermal pilot project in which a portion of the two-story section of the building has geothermal heating and cooling and the other portion has a more traditional system. This allows for comparison to see if the future schools in our county should have geothermal heating and cooling, and also provides an opportunity for the students to evaluate the systems as instructional components. The building is also designed with natural daylighting in all instructional spaces. Evergreen Elementary School is unique because it incorporates green building concepts, and uses those concepts as teaching tools for a greener tomorrow.
Posted by hester on September 29, 2009
1st Wednesday of the Month from 7:30AM – 9:00AM
Starting October 7, 2009
Join us for coffee, juice and a light breakfast to…
Network with others who are Learn about residential and Provide feedback to our
‘Going Green’ commercial green rating elected officials about what
systems incentives and support would
Discuss the latest ‘Green HOT help you ‘Go Green’
TOPICS’ Participate in advocacy
groups to promote green Leave the meeting inspired to
Listen to experts in the field share building in Southern Maryland share this new knowledge
their green building knowledge with others
Southern Maryland Higher Education Center
44219 Airport Road, California, MD 20619
Classroom Building 1 - look for signs directing you to the meeting space.
Feel free to bring a friend – this event is free and open to the public!
For additional information or to RSVP, please contact:
Sandy Neville at: Build4Health@aol.com
Subject line: ‘Green Building Networking
Who Should Attend?
Administrators, Architects, Builders, Building Owners, Business Owners, Church Leaders, Concerned Citizens, Contractors, Design Professionals, Developers, Educators, Elected Officials, Engineers, Environmental Groups, Environmental Planners, Facility Managers, Government Agencies, Health Care Providers, Home Owners, Procurement Specialists, Product Manufacturers, Real Estate Professionals, Redevelopment Leaders, Sales Professionals, Service Providers, Students
…Everyone with a stake in the environment!
*Students are welcome to come at 7:00AM and stay as long as their schedule allows.
Posted by hester on September 26, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Southern Maryland Higher Education Center
44219 Airport Road
California, Maryland
7:00 p.m.
Speakers will address:
Financial Incentives
Practicality
Advisable Locations – where the wind blows
Legal issues
Sponsored by: The Potomac River Association
For information: potomacriverassociation.org
Dudley Lindsley: 301-373-2551
Posted by hester on July 20, 2009
Enjoy an old-fashioned picnic with your family and friends. Bring your blanket and picnic basket for a relaxing afternoon in the natural beauty of picturesque Summerseat Farm, 26655 Three Notch Road, Mechanicsville. Sunday, September 13th – 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
Educational Programs, 120 Acres to Explore, Manor House Tours, Vineyard, Gardens and Farm Animals.
FALL MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL – Renew or attain a new membership and your name will be entered in a drawing to win a tea or dinner in the Manor House. Get more details during your tour of the Manor House.
This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Activities will be modified in the event of inclement weather.
Cold beverages will be available for purchase. For additional information: 301-373-6607, www.summerseat.org
Posted by hester on
Saturday, July 25th
9am – 12 Noon
Join the American Chestnut Land Trust and our Vine Vindicator crew as they work to remove non-native invasive plant species such as bamboo, Oriental bittersweet, wineberry, multiflora rose, and tree of heaven. Bring work gloves and loppers or clippers. Tools and water will be available. Meet at the ACLT south side trailhead barn on Scientists’ Cliffs Road in Port Republic (across from Gate A). Contact Joy Woppert at 410-414-3400, or email volunteer@acltweb.org to RSVP and get directions.
Posted by chris on June 9, 2009
Survey Categories:
Critical Area Concerns • Low Impact & Sustainable Development
Climate Change • Pollution of Waterways • Environmental Education
Protect & Restore Native Species
You Guess What Color is Which…Then Check Your Answers Here
Posted by hester on June 7, 2009
Polluters are lobbying hard to weaken the ‘Cap & Trade Climate Change Initiative’ bill, in ways that will waste our best chance for a clean energy economy. Congress claims they aren’t hearing enough from us!!! Let’s tell them how we feel-we have only two weeks!!!
Come join your neighbors at a special power point presentation on the original bill, the bill’s current status, and how we can make our voices heard over the special interests’ lobbyists’ voices.
DATE: Monday, June 8
TIME: 6:30-8:00pm
WHERE: Charlotte Hall Library Meeting Room
WHAT: Update & Take-Action Meeting on the Waxman-Markey bill (a.k.a. the Cap & Trade Climate Change Initiative).
At this moment, we have an opportunity to help our country make great strides in curbing global warming with this unprecedented bill that is now being debated on the house floor. It is under attack by special interests (big polluters) as it struggles to survive. By July it will all be over. Learn the latest status of the bill’s progress, plus join in a letter & fax-writing campaign to support the bill’s passage in congress. If we do nothing, we go backwards, and none of us can afford that.
INFORMATION: Gretchen: 301-475-2128 -or- Pat: 301-994-3994
WE MUST ACT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by hester on June 2, 2009
14, June 2009
Help Save the Native and Endangered Plants in Chapman State Park! Sunday, June 14, 10-5 p.m. · All day: o Learn about Native and Invasive Plants via Educational Displays o Help Remove Invasive Plants that Threaten the Native and Endangered Species · 1 pm Invasive and Native Plant Lecture · 3 pm Guided Nature Walk Through Chapman State Park Directions: Chapman’s Landing Road , off Route 210 ( 3452 Ferry Road ) Information: 301-753-6754, event day 301-518-2708 Hosted by Friends of Chapman State Park FREE EVENT
Posted by hester on June 1, 2009
The Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin Presents
The 2009 Potomac River Ramble – June 24 – 28
The Potomac River Rambles are a series of multi-day canoeing and Kayaking expeditions that feature environmental programming, riverside camping, restoration projects, festive meals, meetings with elected officials, and much more. Novice and experienced paddlers alike enjoy a unique on-the-water experience that builds a strong environmental ethic, while having a lot of fun in the process. The Rambles aim to elevate awareness of the Potomac River’s importance to the region and to encourage local residents to plan an active role in its restoration. Experience with boats is not necessary. Ramblers are responsible for their clothing, canoeing, and camping gear. Campsites will have water and potable toilets. We take care of the guides, food, and transportation of your gear from campsite to campsite. You enjoy the scenery, presentations, music, food, camaraderie and paddling.Monocacy/Potomac River Ramble
This year’s Ramble will feature the Monacacy Scenic River from the city of Frederick, MD through the Monocacy Aqueduct and down the Potomac, ending at the McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area. This year we have some great programs in store, including: Studying aquatic invaders with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the Hood College Biology Department; Examining the inter-sex smallmouth bass problem in the Potomac with the U.S. Geological Survey; Interpretive programs at the Monocacy National Battlefield Park; and Amphibian and wetland surveys with the ICPRB and Montgomery County DEP biologists.
2009 Potomac River Ramble Itinerary
Wednesday, June 24 Meet at Pinecliff Park, Frederick, MD. Evening Registration
Thursday, June 25 Monocacy – Pinecliff Park to Buckeystown Park
Friday, June 26 Buckeystown Park to the Monocacy Aqueduct
Saturday, June 27 Potomac – Mouth of Monocacy to Ball’s Bluff Park
Sunday, June 28 Ball’s Bluff Park to McKee-Beshers WMA (Return Shuttle)
Registration Deadline – June 12, 2009
Fees:
Adults $220.00
$55.00 per day
Children under 12
$180.00 $45.00 per day
Fees include meals, programs, shuttle and guide services. Boat rental, if needed, is NOT included.
For Information – Contact Coordinator: Adam Griggs at 301-984-1908 x 103 or agriggs@icprb.org for availability, reduced rates for groups, or to volunteer as a safety boater.
Posted by hester on May 14, 2009
On Saturday, June 13, 2009, from 3:00 PM -7:00 PM, you are invited to an afternoon of fine wine, music and food in the beautiful gardens of Summerseat Farm. The cost is $10.00 per person and includes a commemorative wine glass and wine tasting by Guenther’s Fine Wine and Spirits. Food will be available for purchase from the Seventh District Optimist Club. Summerset Farm is located at 26655 Three Notch Road, Mechanicsville. Phone – 301-373-6607; Website – www.summerseat.org
