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Keynote Address: Dave Wann
Come listen to Dave, as he describes how to craft a joyfully moderate way of life that uses fewer resources and yields greater satisfaction. Exhibitors, Displays, and Activities at SolWest As usual, our exhibitors will be providing hands-on and interactive displays. We'll again have working systems on the fairgrounds producing solar hot water, wind and solar electricity. There are always great buys on RE gear and other donated items at our Silent Auction. Family Activities Saturday is always family day at SolWest. Our volunteer presenters are working on exciting presentations again this year, including Garbage Greenhouses for Kids and the perennially popular Fun and Games with Solar. Workshops and More As usual, SolWest will have over 50 workshops for young, old, technically-knowledgeable and renewable newbies. Workshops will cover the hardware, skills, and philosophy of sustainable living. Workshops already scheduled include Why Choose Natural Building, Solar Camping, Homesteaders Healthcare Reform, Renewable Education Opportunities, and You Can Garden Anywhere. We'll also have the usual lineup of technical introductory classes on solar, wind and micro hydro power. All regular SolWest workshops are free with fair entry. The SolWest Community
SolWest is the most fantastic community of sustainable living
advocates in the region. You'll be spending three days among people
that care passionately about the same things that are important to
you: living well, using renewable technologies and resources, while
allowing for future generations to also live well. The energy among
SolWest devotees is truly renewable! SolWest is an open community,
and everyone is welcome into the circle. Please spread the word about
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Pre-SolWest
Workshops 2010: The John Day area will be a center for natural and sustainable building education both before and after SolWest. Experienced and enthusiastic instructors will teach workshops on solar hot water and earthen building. Cob Bench, Natural Wall Panels, and Clay Plasters
Learn to do miraculous things with dirt! In the Cob
Bench Sculpture and Construction workshop July 19-22,
students will build a beautiful, durable, and thermally massive cob
bench using soil, sand, and straw. The class will cover all aspects
of cob construction through lecture and hands-on building. Issues and
techniques to be covered include: mixing, application, materials,
test bricks, and how to connect cob to other parts of a structure.
Lectures and labs will cover foundation, drainage, siting, passive
solar, roofs, and tools. The workshop will prepare participants to
use earthen materials to build anything from benches and ovens to cottages. About the Instructor: Bernhard Masterson is the consummate natural builder who fuses a deep commitment to sustainable systems and a rich sense of aesthetics to create unique living environments. Trained as a sculptor and educator Bernhard has focused on natural building since 2002. He has become skilled in alternative waste systems, water management, Rocket stoves, earth ovens and Rumford fireplaces. Bernhard is a positive and insightful teacher who derives deep satisfaction from empowering others to pursue their visions. For more info about Bernhard, see his website. Residential Solar Water Heating
Thursday July 22, we'll present an introductory course on Solar
Hot Water System Design, Theory, and Practice (for solar
and plumbing professionals). This course covers the design and
installation requirements for solar water heating systems in
residential construction. The class will be approved for hours of CEU
towards journeyman plumbing licenses and is designed to provide the
guidance needed to become an Oregon Tax Credit Certified Technician. About the Instructor: Jerry Henderson is a former mechanical contractor working now as a designer, project manager and inspector in support of creating healthy and environmentally supported living spaces. He is an instructor in solar system installation for the Oregon Solar Energy Industries Association (OSEIA) and the Bonneville Power BrightWay to Solar program. He has worked on both state and national levels to usher in uniform codes and standards for solar installations. Jerry is also a member of the committee creating the Oregon Solar Specialty Code.
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This is the time of year when winter projects get wrapped up,
and spring and summer projects underway. Here's a little bit of what
is happening in the EORenew office these days: Volunteers Help Us Out! Like every organization, EORenew depends on volunteers to keep things running smoothly at the office and at our events. You are an essential part of our organization and the services we provide! Volunteers donate hundreds of hours each year teaching classes, staffing positions at SolWest, working in our office with organizing projects, and running our organization by being on the Board of Directors. Supporters also help us to make ends meet by donating items on our wish list.
--Our vision for renewable energy-based communities cannot be
accomplished without the help of people like you! Thanks to you,
EORenew keeps spreading the energetic word! |
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Our funders and donors play a major role in continuing our work of promoting renewable energy and energy efficiency. Who are EORenew members?
RE manufacturers, distributors, and retail businesses -- are you on this list? Join us and support EORenew! Thanks to the following new and renewing business members. Your support makes our programs possible:
Abney Solar Electrix, Redmond OR ... and a big thanks to all our renewing members! You have the power to make a difference! More thank-yous to...
... SEI, for a current edition of their Photovoltaics Design and
Installation Manual for our library.
Like most nonprofit organizations, EORenew owes much of its funding to your generous donations. Contributions above value received ($15 for our newsletter) are eligible for deduction from your taxable income as charitable donation. Every dollar you donate frees up valuable funding for our renewable energy education, information, and energy service programs! We accept donations designated for specific programs. You may also make a donation through your local United Way. Please consider EORenew when making your charitable donation decisions for 2008. Why I support EORenew: "I support EORenew because "renewable" is the only viable future for human use of energy; we really have no other good choices but to learn as much as we can about existing renewable technologies." -- Kay Firor, chair, EORenew Board of Directors "As the energy costs for the consumer increase, it is imperative that the consumer is informed of the possible alternatives to formulate a prudent decision about their energy alternatives." -- Ken Primrose, EORenew Board of Directors
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