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Bethesda Green
Bethesda Green relies on corporate sponsorships, grants, in-kind donations and individual contributions to
incubate next generation green businesses, educate the community, and inspire action
by initiating programs and services that promote sustainable living practices.
Thinking about making a contribution to Bethesda Green? You can now make a secure donation to Bethesda Green by clicking on the "Donate Now" button. It's quick, easy and safe.
You can set up an automatic monthly donation or make your gift in memory or in honor of someone special.
Thank you for your support.
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| Upcoming Bethesda Green Events |
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Bethesda Central Farm Market -- Every Sunday, 9 am - 1 pm on Elm Street between Woodmont and Wisconsin Aves.
FreshFarm Market -- Every Saturday, 9 am - 1 pm on Norfolk Ave. between Fairmont and St. Elmo Aves.
Community Service Week Join 25,000 volunteers in service October 16-22. Plan a project, register to volunteer, or take part in an event.
Food Day -- Monday, Oct. 24. Among a series of events planned for the day, the Church of Bethesda, 5033 Wilson Lane, is showing the film Ingredients, 7 pm, followed by presentations from local food and sustainability experts. RSVP >>
LEED for Existing Buildings, Operations + Maintenance Event -- Thursday, Oct. 27, 7:30 am - 11 am. Presentation by Bethesda Green Incubator company Doo Consulting for building owners, managers, developers, facilities managers and other building professionals. Register here.
BG 101 -- Thursday, Oct. 27, 4 - 5:30 pm. Bethesda Green orientation and review of upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. info@bethesdagreen.org.
Maryland Clean Energy Summit 2011 -- RE-SCHEDULED, Oct. 27-29, and RE-LOCATED to Baltimore Hilton Inner Harbor, 401 West Pratt St. "Investing in Energy to Generate Jobs," Maryland is building a cleaner energy future, and the Summit will offer strategic insight on this emerging economic engine. More >>
First Thursday Happy Hour -- Join us for casual conversation and social networking, Thursday, Nov. 3, 5 - 8 pm at The Parva, 7904 Woodmont Ave. in Bethesda.
Check the Events page regularly for updates.
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and get immediate access to Green News & Events, posted every Monday morning by Dan Rudt. See the latest version here. Town Hall Forum on Offshore Wind Power -- Thursday, Nov. 3, 7 pm at the Mid County Community Center, 2004 Queensguard Rd., Silver Spring, MD. Meet and talk to state representatives, along with health, economic, environmental experts about an energy proposal that could affect energy costs, air quality, and local jobs. More >>
E-Cycling Day @ Whitman High School -- Sunday, Nov. 6, noon - 4 pm, Whitman parking lot, 7100 Whittier Boulevard, Bethesda. Please share this flyer with others.
Local Food Goes Digital -- Monday, Nov. 7, 6 - 8:30 pm, enjoy the hospitality of Chef Tony's Restaurant, 4926 St. Elmo Ave. in Bethesda while learning how local food producers and consumers are connecting. RSVP >>
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From the Executive Director
Vince Lombardi said, "We would accomplish many more things if we did not think of them as impossible."
On October 5, Bethesda Green hosted a grand celebration to honor seven winners of the 2nd Annual Bethesda Magazine Green Awards. These green champions were selected from nearly 100 nominations in and around Montgomery County and Northwest DC. I bet they believe in the impossible.
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Almost 300 people gathered for the festivities to recognize and honor the accomplishments of these committed businesses, nonprofits, communities and individuals who are taking steps to better the planet. They are an embodiment of the adage "act locally" -- these are people in OUR community who are having an impact.
The stories we heard were encouraging. They represent examples of innovation and leadership from delivering green energy to protecting our local watershed. A local bank committed to greening their operations and a passionate activist leads a national campaign to curb greenhouse gases. And a group of young kids at local schools proved that idealism combined with perseverance can change existing systems.
We would also like to recognize a different type of green champion, our sponsors and volunteers. The night was a financial success for us because almost everything -- food, beverage and services -- was donated. This allows us to keep expenses low and apply funds to achieving our mission. Special thanks go to our delicious food providers, Cava Mezze, Olazzo and Black's Bar and Kitchen, and Emerald sponsor and equipment/accessory rental partner, Perfect Settings.
Vince Lombardi also said, "The achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of each individual."
We can't say enough good things about the generous support, active participation and outstanding accomplishments we find in every corner of our community. Let's keep working together to do the impossible.
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 FREE Educational Event at Bethesda Green
Saturday, October 22
10 am - 4 pm
Learn easy ways to green your home and save money. Presentations will cover conservation, efficiency and renewable energy.
In addition to industry vendors, meet representatives from nonprofits and Montgomery County government.
- Conservation tips and products
- Clean energy options
- Recycling
- Storm water management
- Composting
- Energy efficiency
- Renewable energy
- And more!
See who's participating. Let us know you're coming. RSVP through Meetup. |
 Incubator Spotlight
"Switching to more efficient appliances can save consumers billions of dollars and reduce the need for new power plants that emit air pollution," says John Jabara, Founder of Savenia Labs, one of the founding startups in the Bethesda Green Business Incubator. "The problem has been a lack of energy or environmental impact information for most popular electrical categories." John started Savenia Labs to provide some answers. Since 2009, a team of scientists and researchers working with Savenia Labs perfected its 10-step process of independently testing popular appliances to determine each model's energy usage. The result is a Savenia Labs Energy Rating -- an easy-to-read store label now available in Strosniders True Value Hardware Stores in Bethesda and Silver Spring, MD. More >> |
Bethesda Green Welcomes New Staffer
Sharon D'Emidio, Program Manager
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Sharon comes to Bethesda Green from the Washington, DC Department ofthe Environment (DDOE), where she was the Program Director for the Green Summer Youth Employment Program. The Green Summer program is a unique green jobs training program designed to annually provide DC youth between the ages of 14-21 with education and hands-on experience in the green job sector.
While at DDOE, Sharon managed a staff of 120 people along with the 800 youth who participated each year. The projects the youth engaged in covered four topical areas: trees, parks, energy and watersheds.
See Bethesda Green website for more >>
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First Thursday Happy Hour -- Nov. 3
Join Us for Casual Conversation and Networking
Welcome The Parva Restaurant and Lounge to Bethesda and learn more about the Bethesda Green Incubator.
Enjoy complimentary appetizers in the restaurant's beautiful second floor lounge.
Thursday, Nov. 3
5 - 8 pm
The Parva Restaurant and Lounge
7904 Woodmont Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
Located two blocks from Bethesda Green
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