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The following classes are being held in partnership with the Montgomery College Workforce Development and Continuing Education.
FALL CLASSES
Home Energy Audits
Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Germantown Campus Rm HS 175
20200 Observation Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
Room # HS 175 |
Scheduling a home energy audit can be the first step to making your home more energy efficient. A trained auditor, using specialized equipment, can identify a wide range of sources of energy leaks and help the homeowner prioritize repairs based on return on investment. Audits are relatively inexpensive and will assist the homeowner in developing both short-term and long-range strategies to save on their utility bills. Learn what questions to ask to effectively select an auditor and to get the most out of their services.
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| Instructor - TBD |
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| Registration - $55 |
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| Non MD Resident Registration - $105 |
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| Student/Senior $25 |
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| Maryland Green Registry Member - $20 |
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How To Manage Storm Water
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Germantown Campus Rm HS 175
20200 Observation Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
Room # HS 175 |
| What steps can you take at your home or business to catch the rain and reduce storm water run-off? Rain gardens and rain barrels are two easy strategies to keep the rain from entering the storm drain system and carrying pollution to Chesapeake Bay. What are some of the emerging public policies to stem the flow of storm water runoff? Hear from the professionals who will provide practical solutions and policy updates.
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| Instructor - TBD |
| Registration - $55 |
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| Non MD Resident Registration - $105 |
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| Student/Senior $25 |
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| Maryland Green Registry Member - $20 |
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Clean and Renewable Energy: Solar Thermal and Solar Electric
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Germantown Campus Rm HS 175
20200 Observation Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
Room # HS 175 |
| The sun can be harnessed to provide renewable energy for use in both residential and commercial settings. Learn about the solar systems used to provide electrical power and hot water and how they can both help offset rising utility costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This class will outline the components of each system, as well as the structural requirements to employ them effectively. It will also touch upon the new incentive programs that can make the purchase of solar energy systems more affordable and an impressive return on your investment. |
| Instructor - TBD |
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| Registration - $55 |
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| Non MD Resident Registration - $105 |
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| Student/Senior $25 |
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| Maryland Green Registry Member - $20 |
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Green Remodeling For Your Home and Business
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus Rm HC 124
7977 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20912
Room #HC124 |
| What does “green remodeling” really mean when you're just redoing a bathroom or updating your kitchen? In this class, learn about every-day, real-world tips, techniques, and strategies that you can implement right away in your next home remodeling project. From simple concepts to more advanced, learn the four major components to sustainably remodel an existing home. |
| Instructor - TBD |
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| Registration - $55 |
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| Non MD Resident Registration - $105 |
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| Student/Senior $25 |
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| Maryland Green Registry Member - $20 |
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Clean and Renewable Energy: Geothermal and Wind Energy
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Germantown Campus Rm HS175
20200 Observation Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
Room # HS 175 |
Explore geothermal and learn how it may be your best renewable energy solution for heating and cooling you home or office. How does geothermal work and learn if it can work for you. Did you know there are tax incentives that lower the cost of geothermal and accelerate your return on your investment?
What about wind energy as a renewable source of electricity for your home or office? We will discuss wind power and how this clean and renewable energy source can lower your energy bills and reduce green house gas emissions. Did you know you can sign up for this clean energy source TODAY!
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| Instructor - TBD |
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| Registration - $55 |
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| Non MD Resident Registration - $105 |
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| Student/Senior $25 |
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| Maryland Green Registry Member - $20 |
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