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June 2022
Electric Vehicles in Nebraska
Join Conservation Nebraska, UNL Environmental Studies Program, and panelists Chad Pinkelman (Nebraska Public Power District), Marc Shkolnick (LES), and Randy Smith (Department of Environment and Energy) for an event on electric vehicles. This panel discussion will focus on the ins and outs of electric vehicles and answer questions you may have about their safety, cost, recharging, heating and cooling systems etc. Panelists will talk about what each of their organizations are doing to expand the use of electric vehicles and…
Find out more »August 2022
What Net Zero Means to Nebraska
Join Conservation Nebraska, UNL Environmental Studies Program, and guest speakers from Omaha Public Power District (OPPD), Lincoln Electric System (LES), and Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) for an event on their net zero carbon goals and what their future plans are to reach these goals. Each speaker will discuss the progress that has been made, opportunities ahead, and the challenges of meeting their individual net zero goals. Joining us in Lincoln? Head over to Hardin Hall in Auditorium 107 for…
Find out more »September 2022
LES Wind Turbine Tour
Wind energy is emerging as one of the top clean energy sources, but did you know the Lincoln Electric System (LES) has been utilizing wind energy since 1998? Join Conservation Nebraska and LES for a unique opportunity to get a close-up view of one of LES' wind turbines. Jim Dutton and Tyson Chambers from LES will talk about the history of the turbines in Lincoln, general operations and the challenges, opportunities, and potential future of wind energy in our area.…
Find out more »November 2022
What Do You Know About Waste
There is a lot to dissect when it comes to the world of waste including waste diversion, resource recovery and what happens to the waste you produce here in our day to day lives. Tune into this webinar to talk about the current and future trends of waste management and what is happening with your waste in Lincoln and Lancaster County. Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_C3aLzfUuTIWgkIaG1-Iw8Q Willa DiCostanzo is the Waste Diversion Coordinator for the City of Lincoln.…
Find out more »March 2023
2023 Lincoln City Elections Candidate Forum
Please join us in a community forum with Lincoln mayoral and city council candidates. This is an opportunity for voters to learn about candidates' positions on environmental issues in Lincoln. The forum will focus on questions regarding a wide range of local environmental issues. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. RSVP at: https://secure.everyaction.com/btwkZ4o2zEWM-DUfxTohKA2 We have received RSVPs from the majority of our candidates and are looking forward to an informative event. We…
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