In this podcast, West Virginia Climate Change Professional Development Program (WVCCPD) founders Dr. Kathryn Williamson and Fairmont State University/NASA’s Josh Revels discuss this innovative program for West Virginia teachers and highlight the many resources available for teaching climate science, solutions and communications on the WVCCPD website, including Climate Change Lesson Plans developed by and for West Virginia teachers!
In this podcast Paster Tony Setley with Morgantown’s Saint Paul Lutheran Church discusses his congregation’s process for implementing solar panels for what he calls their “mini power plant on the roof.”
Hedgesville Public Library Branch Manager Dana Phelps discusses the library’s efforts to install solar panels and energy efficient lighting, including teaming up with the local Vo-tech center to upgrade the lighting, and collaborating with the solar installer and local electric utility company during the process, ultimately saving money and reducing carbon emissions.
We talk with Ted Strait about about Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church’s solar and energy efficiency program.
An interview with Dr. Jim Kotcon about Morgantown WV’s Green Team, West Virginia’s first Green Team established is 2007. Hear about the Green Team’s energy, cost-savings and other accomplishments along with strategies for starting and keeping a Green Team going in your community.
Charleston WV Green Team leaders Quenton King and Linda Frame discuss this committee’s work advising the Charleston Mayor and City Council on sustainability initiatives. Hear how the Green Team was established along with lessons learned that will be of interest to community members and local leaders interested in forming a Green Team.
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