The Engage Green workshops will be free, non political, non-sales oriented and will focus on educating on the health, wellbeing, environmental and economic benefits of reforming our personal habits in our personal environments in order to make a large impact through combined efforts.

Each workshop will include a one hour presentation or demonstration followed by question/answer and time to engage with other participants. No reservations needed. Open to the public.

Topic: Our Water!

Metro Council Member Emily Evans and Mike Jameson will explain how storm water pollutes and what we can do about it. They will highlight Metro Water’s storm water programs and fees as well as provide a demonstration on impervious versus pervious surfaces.

Margo Farnsworth from the Cumberland River Compact will discuss Creating Sustainability - What Possible Difference Can I Make? Systemic change is needed at a large scale in our companies and communities to make our world sustainable. Bold new initiatives and adoption of sustainable policies and practices are key. The power of a corporation, a county or a country lies within the changes that individuals have the power to make. Here is a starting point for you - today. water conservation at home and away; educate about our watersheds; and discuss the benefits of rain barrels and rain gardens as well as healthy building and lifestyle practices to reduce runoff.

Upcoming dates and topics:

Tuesday, November 4th: Local food and the holidays

Tuesday, December 2nd: Energy conservation for the winter season