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Living Green Events

The aim of "Living Green" events is to inform the community about why and how to increase the sustainability of our community, and is part of a larger effort by the City to develop and implement innovative programs to address environmental issues and concerns. Library Resources include books available at City of Mesa Library on sustainable landscaping, waterwise gardening, energy efficiency, green living, and earth-friendly building and remodeling.


-See a COMPLETE LISTING of these and other events for April

April 12, 1-3 p.m. ENERGYWISE WITH SRP
Tanya Hughes with SRP will present tips and techniques to save energy and money at home in the Arizona climate.
-It’s FREE & EASY – no registration is necessary
-Red Mountain Branch Library, 635 N. Power Road
**BONUS** Attendees can register to win an energy-efficiency gift pack valued at up to $100

-April 12, 6 p.m. Learn about Rainwater Harvesting with award winning expert and author, Brad Lancaster. Mesa and other Valley cities are sponsoring this event as one of the many Water Awareness Month activities. Lancaster has written two books and is a dynamic teacher, consultant and designer. The program will be held at Phoenix City Hall, 200 W. Washington Street and is free, but registration is required by contacting mary.lu.nunley@phoenix.gov or calling (602) 534-3950.

April 18, 6 p.m. COMMUNITY CINEMA - THE ISLAND PRESIDENT   
Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed is confronting a problem greater than any world leader has ever faced - the literal survival of his country and everyone in it. His is the most low-lying country in the world, and a minor rise in sea level would literally erase it from the map. Despite the modest size of his country, Nasheed has become one of the leading international voices for urgent action on climate change.
-It’s FREE & EASY – no registration is necessary
-Mesa Contemporary Arts Building, Dobson Theater, 1 East Main Street

April 20, 10-11 a.m. Landfill & Recycling Sorting Facility Workshop
Have you ever wondered what happens to the material you recycle in your blue barrel once it has been serviced by a City of Mesa recycle truck?  Attend this free workshop and tour to find out!
-Advance registration is required
-Salt River Landfill, Gilbert Road & Beeline Highway 

April 20, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Family Day at Arizona Museum for Youth (AMY)
In conjunction with WEATHER OR NOT: ART WITH ATMOSPHERE art exhibit that takes a colorful look at weather, including rain, storms, clouds, wind, snow, lightening and more. Create breathtaking tornados, deliver weather reports, and experience the thunderously amazing Glow-in-the-Dark Weather Room.
-Complimentary with paid museum admission. Members are FREE
-35 N. Robson

April 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. EARTH DAY AT THE PHOENIX ZOO!
It’s a Party for the Planet! Celebrate Earth Day, conservation and nature at the Phoenix Zoo. Water – Use It Wisely (including Mesa conservation staff) will be joining in on the fun once again with our fun-in-the-sun duck float trivia contest. Children young and old can test their water know-how, then take home one of our “oh-so-cute” ducks to float in the pool or bathtub to help remind them to use water wisely every day of the year – not just on Earth Day. Visit us at the Harmony Farm section of the Zoo. Don’t worry; we have a lot of cool stuff for the “big” kids, too. See you there!

April 20, 3-6 p.m. CELEBRATE MESA
This free family festival includes games, carnival rides, food vendors, entertainment and lots of Earth Day themed information booths with giveaways and prizes. Stop by the Sunflower Activity booth to plant your own sunflowers to take home, see the 25’ inflatable earth, take an Earth Day pledge.
-FREE
-Pioneer Park, 526 E. Main Street

-See a COMPLETE LISTING of these and other events for April

-Mesa Urban Garden - there's always something going on at the garden.

-Library Resources: Living Green Books Available at City of Mesa Library

-Household Hazardous Waste Events: Check out when our next event will take place

 

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Related City Pages

Homeowner Download ResCheck Software to demonstrate compliance with 2009 Energy Code New Energy Efficiency Building Code Green Building Principles Energy Efficiency Solar Energy Tax Credits & Rebates Available (Federal, State & Utility) Living Green Workshop Series Books available at Mesa Libraries

Business/Commercial Download ComCheck Software to demonstrate compliance with 2009 Energy Code 2009 Energy Code (Effective Jan. 1, 2012) City Amendments What is the International Energy Code (IECC)? Code Comparison 2006/2009 Analysis of Commercial Energy Code Requirements for Mesa Analysis of Residential Energy Code Requirements for Mesa Brownfield Redevelopment Brownfields Assessment Grant Work Plan Grant Application Learn more about the International Green Construction Code (IgCC)  Multifamily Green Building Guide Planning Division Economic Development Desert Uplands Design Guidelines What is LEED? Estimate return on investment for energy-efficient products

Featured Green Businesses Located in Mesa

	AE3Q 1743 S Horne, Suite # 100 480.446.7900   Advanced Energy Efficiency & Environmental Quality (AE3Q) is a women-owned business that helps homeowners and businesses enhance the comfort, health and energy performance of their homes and workplaces. AE3Q’s experienced energy and environmental quality professionals use state-of-the art building diagnostic tests to develop cost effective solutions to make work and living environments healthier and more comfortable. These green renovations also save building owners money on energy bills. The AE3Q team culture is built on a foundation of energy and water conservation, waste reduction, recycling, green cleaning, and using alternative fuels and transportation modes. The AE3Q green team is greening their office and warehouse by upgrading the facility lighting, installing thermal-resistant window treatments, adding solar screens, and replacing improperly installed batt insulation with spray foam insulation to reduce air leaks and improve insulation.
	SW Herb Shop and Gathering Place 148 N. Center St. 480.694.9931 The SW Herb Shop and Gathering Place is a 2010 Best of New Times award winner that offers 100% natural body products and a wide variety of dried organic medicinal herbs. The goal at SW Herb is to reconnect and empower the community to heal themselves and their families with organic herbs and products... living life naturally. There are a number of hands-on instructional classes and seminars offered, as well as private consultations with a trained herbalist. The Herb Shop is also committed to a number of daily sustainability practices such as composting, recycling, waste reduction, and the use of environmentally friendly cleaning supplies.
	CNG Services of Arizona 439 N. Clement St. 480.461.5166 CNG Services of Arizona promotes the use of alternative fuels for transportation by giving the public an opportunity to drive with cleaner natural gas (methane). Compressed Natural gas is derived from conventional natural gas sources as well as renewable sources such as landfills, sewage and dairies. Owner and President, David Clement says his company also offers to switch garbage trucks and semi-trucks to natural gas, and states that switching one large truck is the same as taking 324 cars off of the road and can reduce the particulate pollution emissions by about 130,000 lbs. each year.  Natural gas burns cleaner and cheaper than liquid fuels and is a domestic product. David is also the current Chairman of the Arizona Natural Gas Coalition.
	Urban Picnic 218 W. Main Street 480.246.8366 Urban Picnic is the newest restaurant to open on Main Street adding a great new place in downtown Mesa! Owner, Chris Ackerlund, wanting to incorporate green features into his new venture, used low and no-VOC paints, soy-based epoxy for the kitchen floor and he incorporated LED and fluorescent lighting. Organic, local produce is used to keep the menu fresh, healthy and tasty. Most of the take-out packaging is 100% recycled and biodegradable and he even offers to e-mail receipts rather than printing them. Urban Picnic offers breakfast and lunch, including sandwiches, sliders and salads with vegetarian options. Look for their bright green tables and umbrellas (near to the giant pink chair).
	True Balance Wellness, LLC Mesa, AZ  True Balance Wellness, LLC offers 100% natural skin care products, wellness consultations, and classes. Linda Curry, herbalist and founder of True Balance Wellness, has a life mission to empower individuals to find balance in their lives through their connection with nature, living their most healthful life possible. Recyclable packaging is also used and product refills are available. The company practices green principles such as the use of a hybrid vehicle, water conservation, recycling, composting and the use of natural cleaning products.
	Clean Air Cab 1600 West Main Street 480.777.9777   The first environmentally friendly cab company in the area, Clean Air Cab, is dedicated to reducing its impact on the environment and providing a safe, comfortable, and reliable method of transportation. Clean Air Cab uses a fleet of Toyota Prius vehicles, which have low emissions, and boast the best fuel-efficiency in its class. Additionally, Clean Air Cab plants 10 trees each month for every vehicle in their fleet and purchases carbon credits to offset the carbon emissions of their vehicles. Through tree planting and carbon credits, Clean Air Cab is an entirely carbon negative taxi-fleet located right here in Mesa!
Is Your Mesa Business Green? Share how your company is making a commitment to sustainability by filling out the survey at the above link. Find more tips at Measuring Environmental Benefits of Green Business Practices