Powering Texas Energy Strategies: Summer Workshop Series – Conservation in Practice: Energy & Water Strategies for Texas

Join us for the second workshop in the Powering Texas Energy Strategies: Summer Workshop Series!

This hybrid workshop & tour will focus on practical energy and water conservation strategies for Texas communities. As Central Texas continues to grow, the workshop will examine state planning efforts, the role of nonprofits in the region, and resources available to help public agencies improve efficiency and resilience. This workshop includes a tour of the Wilkerson Center, presentations from experts and a light breakfast.

Tour: The Wilkerson Center for Colorado River Education provides elementary-school students with information to inspire them to be future River Stewards. This is a unique, immersive, and memorable experience that emphasizes the importance of protecting the Texas’s economic and environmental lifeblood—the Texas Colorado River.

Presenters:

• Adrienne Longenecker, CFRE, Executive Director, Colorado River Alliance,
• Amy Atchley, EV Equity Development Manager, Austin Energy
• Margaret Cook, Vice President, Water & Community Resilience, Houston Advanced Research Center

Location: LCRA Hancock Building, Board Conference Room, 3700 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

There is also a virtual ticket option. More info & registration here.

This workshop is presented in partnership with the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG), the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO), and the South-central Partnership for Energy Efficiency as a Resource (SPEER). Coffee, breakfast/lunch, and refreshments will be provided. Space is limited, and advance registration is encouraged.