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Adirondack Almanack Reports on NYSERDA Problems
 
According to a story in the Adirondack Almanack municipalities inside the Adirondack Park are facing hurdles and isolation from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), according to a review of NYSERDA practices. NYSERDA is the agency that channels all energy efficiency and renewable funding for New York State, including stimulus funds, Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative funds, funds from the Green Jobs / Green Homes NY bill, the Systems Benefit Charge that Adirondack residents each pay on their electric bill,and more.
 

The Youth Energy and Environmental Expo (YEEE) will be happening this year. We hope that you will be able to attend!
 
Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010 10 am–12 noon

Place: SUNY Canton - Miller Campus Center
 
What: An opportunity for your students (grades 4-12) to show off their energy and environment related projects in a science fair type atmosphere. The event includes judging by scientists and engineers, a keynote presentation, and awards.
 

Complete Landowners Guide
 
If you have land or are interested in ways to keep farmland vibrant in the Adirondacks this brand new guide is the thing to read. A great resource for anyone who is interested in helping more farms take root in the Adirondacks.

The Next Big Job Source - Can it Come to the Adks?
 
New Report Shows Economic Potential for Clean Energy in Wisconsin. 16,000 jobs for a state a quarter the size of New York. What if we had this information for New York and the North Country / ADKs?

Wild Center Presents Personal Wind Power
 
Date:   Saturday, February 27th, 2010
Time:  1:00 pm
Place:  The Wild Center, Tupper Lake, NY
 
Interested in knowing how wind might fit into the Adirondack energy mix? Ken Visser will provide an introduction to small wind turbine technology, taking a closer look at the fundamentals of wind, current technology and ongoing research. The event takes place February 27th at The Wild Center in Tupper Lake. It's free with Museum admission or to members.

Building a Biofuels Industry?
 

 
February Biofuels Conference Announced. Update. The Adirondack Research Consortium has received a grant from Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement Program in support of a Bio-Fuels Market Development One-Day Conference.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is responsible for administering the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).
 

 
Date:   Saturday, January 16th, 2010
Time:  1:00 pm
Place:  The Wild Center, Tupper Lake, NY
 
On Saturday, January 16th at 1:00 pm, author Wendy Rosenoff will lead multiple interactive green activities for kids and adults from her book Grow Your Own Tree Hugger. Great for the whole family!

Date: Saturday, January 9, 2010
Time: 11:30 AM
Place:  The Wild Center, Tupper Lake, NY

"As we acknowledge the convergent crises of Peak Oil, Climate Change, and economic 'uncertainty', we can listen to the apocalyptic visions of 'doomers', or embrace one of the greatest opportunities in generations to restructure society with ecological and ethical sanity, and local resilience. Keith Morris' presentation introduces the concept of permaculture, and explores the ways we can design and establish our homes and communities as 'human ecosystems' that are not only less fuel reliant, but also beautiful, productive, ecologically restorative, and wholly nourishing...