CRC’s New Mission Statement
To empower our community to conserve natural resources.
In recent months, the Center for ReSource Conservation Board of Directors and staff have been strategically planning the future of the CRC. After much analysis and debate, the Board unanimously approved a revised Mission Statement, a Vision Statement , a set of Core Values, and Operational Guidelines at its May 2008 meeting. The CRC’s revised mission is: to empower our community to conserve natural resources.
The rapidly increasing demands for CRC’s programming from individuals, businesses, and governments fueled the Board to make these important policy decisions which will ensure a more sustainable and impactful future for the CRC. While the main focus of the organization remains conserving natural resources, CRC’s future efforts will be increasingly directed towards engaging individuals along a continuum of opportunities which takes them from entry level sustainable actions to become conservation leaders. To ensure the greatest impact for our community, the CRC is also increasing its efforts to partner and collaborate with other organizations and will focus its energies within Boulder County where it can innovate and provide models for replication throughout Colorado and beyond.
During the coming months, CRC’s staff will be working to create a 3-year strategic plan to operationalize the direction given by the board. The CRC intends to continue its core programs like ReSource, Slow the Flow, and REAP as well as design numerous new initiatives focused at helping individuals to conserve energy and water and reduce waste.
These are exciting times for the Center for ReSource Conservation, and we hope that you share our enthusiasm about these changes and look forward to working with you to achieve our Vision - a thriving community that understands the finite nature of natural resources and acts to conserve them.
Register Today for Boulder County’s Green Building Conference
The conference is poised to become the premier venue for building professionals in Boulder County – and beyond!
While new green events emerge every year, this conference and product fair represents the largest milestone yet in Boulder County’s green building movement. We’ve created this conference in direct response to increasing and overwhelming demand to meet and exceed local, new & cutting-edge building codes. Take advantage of this opportunity to support this unique and exciting event as the best of the local industry meet Boulder County’s influential decision makers, accelerating the pace toward total market transformation. For more information click here.
Boulder Resident Uses ReSource to Green Retrofit Home
The Daily Camera covers the story
Boulder resident, Greg Miller, deconstructed and green retrofitted his home using nearly 75% of the materials from the CRC's ReSource reclaimed building materials program.
During May, the Daily Camera featured this article by CRC’s Spenser Villwock, highlighting Greg’s green project.
Slow the Flow Now Scheduling Appointments
Sign-up for a free irrigation inspection to see how you can save water this summer
Through Slow the Flow Colorado, eligible residents and HOA’s can receive a free irrigation inspection from the CRC. The service is designed to increase sprinkler system efficiency and promote proper watering practices. An irrigation inspection includes the following:
• A visual inspection to pin-point any problems or leaks
• Tests to measure the precipitation rate of the sprinkler system
• Tests to determine how evenly the water is covering the intended area
• Soil sample to determine root depth and soil type
• Customized watering schedule
• Recommendations and tips on how to make the sprinkler system more efficient
We have a limited number of appointments available so call 303.441.3278 ext. 17 or visit our website to get your name on our request list.
Insulate and Seal Rebate Program
Are you eligible for an insulation rebate?
The City and County of Boulder has partnered with the Governor’s Energy Office to offer insulation rebates to participants of the CRC’s Residential Energy Audit Program. The rebates are not retroactive, so if you have already insulated you will not qualify for the rebate. However, if you haven’t insulated, now is the perfect time! Rebates are available first-come, first-serve. See below for program details.
Insulate and Seal Rebate Program details:
- Rebates cover insulation in attics and/or exterior walls, and air sealing
- The rebates cover 20 percent of the cost of the insulation and air sealing, up to a maximum of $300
- Rebates are first come, first served, while 2008 program budget lasts.
- Rebates are only for installations begun after April 30.
- In the city of Boulder only, a prerequisite for the rebate is a residential energy audit through the REAP Program or a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR assessment.
- In the County of Boulder a prerequisite for the rebate is participating in the REAP Program only.
- A prerequisite for all program participants is that you must select an insulation contractor that has attended the Governor's Energy Office's insulation and air sealing seminar. Click here for a list of qualified contractors.
Call JC with any questions at (303)441-3278 x.24
CRC’s Farmers Market Booth and Summer Outreach Efforts
Stop by and say hello, ask a question, or share some knowledge.
This summer, the CRC is excited to be partnering with the City of Boulder Office of Environmental Affairs and numerous other organizations to host a conservation information booth at a dozen Farmer’s markets as well as other events like the BGBG’s Products and Services Fair. CRC staff and volunteers will be present at each booth to answer your conservation questions as well as advertise upcoming events and programs offered by Boulder Car Share, Boulder County Going Local, The Boulder Sustainability Education Center, Climate Smart, Ecocycle, Long’s Peak Energy Conservation, and the ReDirect Guide. So, if you have a question about how you can live a more sustainable life - anything from recycling to xeric gardening and insulating your home - we hope that you will stop by one of our booths and ask us. We also welcome you to visit and share actions you have recently taken to conserve natural resources so that we can pass your successes along to others in the community. If you miss us at the Farmer’s market, always remember you can stop by our office at 1702 Walnut Street or call us at 303.441.3278 anytime. We have a wealth of resources including expert staff and a sustainability library to share with you.
Sign Up Now for the 2008 Boulder County Wind Challenge
If every Boulder household signed up for wind power, the city would meet 50% of its Kyoto Protocol goal
The 2008 Wind Challenge seeks 3000 new residential and commercial wind power subscribers throughout Boulder County by July 31, 2008. Sign up through Xcel Energy's WindSource program, Longmont Power & Communications, or through one of three green-e certified wind retailers. Average cost $3-$6 per household and $25-$200 per business. The Wind Challenge promotes wind retailers that add verifiable wind energy to the Colorado power grid, thereby supporting Boulder County and City of Boulder greenhouse gas emission reduction goals.
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