Thursday June 25, 7:00 to 8:30 First Church, 316 Essex St. Salem Have you seen coyotes in your yard? Walking in the woods? On the golf course? Do you have questions, concerns, or just a general interest in where these animals have come from? Please join us for a lively presentation on living with coyotes. Coyotes about … Continue reading Living with Coyotes
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SAFE SOLAR & ENERGY ADVISORS: SOLAR MADE EASY
Launchof SAFE Solar & Energy Advisors Thursday May 14, 7:00 to 8:30 First Church, 316 Essex St. Salem Confused about what makes the most sense for installing solar or doing some energy efficiency project on your home or business? SAFE has created a non-profit to offer impartial, knowledgeable advice to people on the North Shore. There … Continue reading SAFE SOLAR & ENERGY ADVISORS: SOLAR MADE EASY
Carbon Nation: How a Carbon Tax Could Reduce Climate Change While Keeping the Economy Bubbling
Thursday March 26, 7 - 8 PM First Church, 316 Essex St. Salem From business leaders to national security agencies to scientists there is broad agreement that climate change must be addressed. But can we afford the policies that we need? Join Citizens Climate Lobby and other local organizations as we discuss a legislative proposal that … Continue reading Carbon Nation: How a Carbon Tax Could Reduce Climate Change While Keeping the Economy Bubbling
Winter Weatherization and Energy “Smackdown” Program
Spending Too Much on Your Utility Bills? Learn how to reduce your household’s carbon footprint Join SAFE for a workshop on how to get your energy (and water) consumption under control. Wed, January 28 at 7pm First Church in Salem, Office Entrance 316 Essex Street Salem, MA With recent increases in electric and natural gas rates, and … Continue reading Winter Weatherization and Energy “Smackdown” Program
More Gas Pipelines?
The Sunday Globe (October 5) includes an editorial calling for investments in gas pipelines across New England. The Globe argues that improved gas infrastructure need not hinder investments in renewable energy---both are necessary as we move toward greater reliance on renewables. Today, we are relying more heavily on gas--and in winter months, gas supplies may … Continue reading More Gas Pipelines?
SAFE Environmental Ballot Forum 2014
October 7, 7 pm First Church in Salem, 316 Essex St. Make an informed choice on the ballot questions this November. Come to the SAFE Environmental Ballot Forum 2014. Find out why local environmental groups support a NO vote on Question 1 (Gas Tax) and a YES vote on Question 2 (Bottle Bill). Speakers are … Continue reading SAFE Environmental Ballot Forum 2014
Bottle Bill–Yes on Question 2
The primary is over and the general election looms. This year's ballot includes several referendums, including Question 2, which gives voters the chance to do what the legislature has refused to do: update the Bottle Bill. Yvonne Abraham's September 14 column in the Boston Globe cogently explains why voters should vote Yes on Question 2. Now … Continue reading Bottle Bill–Yes on Question 2
Footprint Power Removing Oil Tanks
If you've driven by the Salem power plant of late, you will have noticed some big changes. No coal pile! And the oil tanks are coming down (see photos below from Marilyn Humphries). Recently a challenge before the EPA was denied, so Footprint Power is now moving ahead to finalize financing and begin demolition of … Continue reading Footprint Power Removing Oil Tanks
Urban Agriculture Ordinance
Public Hearing: September 11, 7 pm Where: 93 Washington St., City Council Chamber Are you or your neighbors considering keeping chickens? Have you considered beekeeping to help support urban agriculture? The City Council will be accepting comments from the public as it considers an urban agriculture ordinance. Come show your support for an ordinance that … Continue reading Urban Agriculture Ordinance
Sea Level Rise: Salem’s Vulnerability
Date and Time: Wed, September 10, 7 pmLocation: First Church, 316 Essex St.Could Salem withstand a storm like Hurricane Sandy? Professor Steve Young from Salem State University's geography department will present his research on the vulnerability of Salem to sea-level rise in the face of climate change. In addition, Salem SAFE co-chair Jeff Barz-Snell, an environmental researcher, will … Continue reading Sea Level Rise: Salem’s Vulnerability
