Calendars
Focus on Lower Merion (Last Updated 5/25/2022)
Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) Climate Conversations always include time for your questions and feedback.
Prior presentations:
The Environmental Benefits of Electric & Battery-Powered Lawn Equipment - Thursday, May 19th, 7-8:15 PM, on zoom. A Neighbor to Neighbor Conversation co-hosted by CALM and CANN. This N2N conversation, was presented by Bonnie Sager, OD, and Lucy Weinstein, MD. They are the co-founders of Clean Alternatives to Landscaping Methods (also CALM). Watch recording here.
Environmental and Health Impacts of Plastics - Thursday, April 21, 7:00-8:15 PM, on Zoom. A Neighbor to Neighbor Conversation co-hosted by CALM and CANN. Presented by Faren Savitz from Penn's Environment's Conservation & Zero Waste programmed Zero Waste program in order to reduce plastic waste in PA. Use of plastics in so many ways, including our clothing, electronics, food packaging, toys, and much more, has led to am extreme level of plastic pollution. This pollution is both an environmental issue and a human health issue. Watch recording here.
Why Your Next Car Should Be Electric - Thursday, 3/24/2022, 7:00-8:15 PM. A Neighbor to Neighbor Conversation co-hosted by CALM and CANN. This session will be presented by Noel Smyth, a long-time resident of Haverford Township, and Head of Product Development for the World Resources institute, providing digital tools to help humankind measure and manage the world's natural resources. He is a volunteer leader for the Citizens Climate Lobby, a volunteer on the Haverford Township Environmental Advisory Board, and a volunteer with Solarize Delco. Watch recording here.
Is Residential Solar Right for You - Thursday, 2/17/2022, 7:00-8:15 PM. A Neighbor to Neighbor Conversation co-hosted by CALM and CANN. This session will be presented by Solarize Southeast PA, along with local solar installers. The program is for homeowners who want to learn about residential solar, and the presenters answer questions. Watch recording here.
Earth-Friendly Landscape Stewardship: Michelle Detwiler Shares Her Knowledge - Thursday, 1/20/2022, 7:00-8:15 PM. A Neighbor to Neighbor Conversation co-hosted by CALM and CANN. Michelle Detwiler, is a Lower Merion resident, wildlife gardener, PA Master Naturalist, and owner of Wild About Native Plants. Watch the recording here.
The Journey to reducing Household Waste: Resources and Tips - Thursday, 12/16/2021, 7:00-8:15 PM. A Neighbor to Neighbor Conversation co-hosted by CALM and CANN. Speakers are Kimberley Bezak of SHIFT Sustainable Goods & Services, and Dan Sutton, Lower Merion Environmental Advisory Council member. Watch the recording here.
Learn About PECO Home Energy Audits - October 21st, 7:00pm, virtual event. Hosted by CALM. PECO's home energy assessments
Learn About PECO Home Energy Audits - October 12th, 7:00pm, virtual event. PECO rep on hand to answer questions. PECO's home energy assessments
Learn About PECO Home Energy Audits - October 9th, 10am - 12pm, next to the Narberth Library. PECO rep on hand to answer questions. PECO's home energy assessments.
The Public Health Impact of Climate Change in Lower Merion - 11/2021. A CALM Neighbor to Neighbor Climate Conversation, with presenter Richard Tolin, MD. Watch the recording here.
Earth Day Conversation: Lower Merion Environmental Roundtable. A CALM Neighbor to Neighbor Climate Conversation.
How to Build a Net-Zero America -- Thursday, 1/28/21, 12 noon. Free Webinar. Two researchers from Princeton University, Jesse Jenkins and Eric Larson, join the Kleinman Center for a discussion of affordable paths to a carbon-neutral U.S. economy by 2050.
Climatology 101: Introduction to the basic science of climatology - Wednesday, 2/10/21, 12 Noon. Free Webinar.
What is the greenhouse effect? How does global warming alter climates? How can we be so certain that we understand the causes and how do we assess the impact of climate change on current weather events? Presented by Dr. Richard Tolin & hosted by Immaculata University.
Mitigating Climate Change: Technologies, policies, & strategies that will get us carbon neutral by 2050 - Free Webinar. 3/8/21, 12 Noon. (Monday) Presented by Dr. Richard Tolin & hosted by Immaculata University.
Introduction to Drawdown: a CALM Neighbor to Neighbor Climate Conversation Thursday, 3/11/21, 7-8:30 pm.
Eating Sustainably: a CALM Neighbor to Neighbor Climate Conversation: Thursday, 4/8/21, 7pm.