Rainwater Harvesting Systems: Principles and Design
Rainwater harvesting is a popular alternative for homeowners and gardeners who want to become more self-sufficient by collecting rainwater while reducing their water bills. Rainwater can be used to water gardens and for emergency water supply.
In this class we will discuss the fundamentals of designing a domestic rainwater harvesting system and the history and principles of rainwater harvesting throughout the world. There will be a lunch break followed by a field trip to visit a residential rainwater harvesting system used to irrigate over an acre of garden area.
Class #01HLRH1-02
Sun. Oct. 21
10 am - 5 pm
Room 435
Register by Sept. 12: $78
Register after Sept. 12: $96
Sorry, this class has filled.
Call the office to be put on a waitlist: 479-6331
Bobby Markowitz is a licensed landscape architect specializing in rainwater harvesting design. His passion about rainwater harvesting has come out of his 30 years experience in landscaping, from his own organic garden and concern for the environment.
Biodiesel Fuel Alternative
Biodiesel is a renewable fuel that is becoming more readily available every day. Find out which alternative fuel works in your vehicle and where to purchase it. We'll discuss the history of biofuels, operation of the diesel engine, myths and facts of renewable fuels, pros and cons of farmed fuels, tax credits, government regulation, biodiesel vs. straight vegetable oil, emissions, sustainability and more.
Class #01HLBF1-02
Sat., Oct. 13
9:30 - 12 noon
Room 435
Register by Sept. 12: $38
Register after Sept. 12: $46
Sorry, this class has been canceled.
Ray Newkirk is a green building contractor who got so tired of burning fossil fuels that he founded Pacific Biofuel, Inc., the first and now the largest biodiesel distributor on the Central Coast.
Solar and Renewable Energy for Home and Business
Adding solar, wind, or biofuel energy to your home or business can save energy, money and reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and other atmospheric pollutants. You can generate your own electricity and free yourself from fluctuating utility costs and the possibility of future blackouts.
This is an introductory workshop about design and installation of photovoltaic, wind energy and solar water heating systems, including information on how to take advantage of California rebates.
Class #01HLSR1-02
Sat., Nov. 3
9 am - 1 pm
Room 435
Register by Sept. 12: $55
Register after Sept. 12: $68
Joe Jordan works at NASA Ames Research Center and the SETI Institute. He leads "physics-in-nature" and astronomy stargazing walks, and numerous educational projects on renewable energy and also teaches renewable energy at Cabrillo College.
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles:
Green Transportation Options
As the freeway becomes more and more congested, and pollution contributes to problems of a planetary level, you may want to explore transportation alternatives before your next vehicle purchase.
In this class we will explore some of the many transportation options from folding bicycles to electric scooters and hybrid cars. We'll discuss the various electric and hybrid vehicles now available and those on the horizon, the pros and cons of various transportation options along with resources and information on how to take advantage of rebates for purchasing electric or hybrid vehicles.
Class 01HLGT1-02
Sat., Sept. 22
9 am - 1 pm
Room 435
Register by Sept. 12: $55
Register after Sept. 12: $68
Sorry, this class has been canceled.
Karsten Mueller, Ph.D. works for Ecology Action and has been an avid environmental practitioner for over 20 years. He brings passion and possibility to his classes.
