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Charlotte Clean and Green

The educational component of the festival will go much deeper than the demonstrations and outdoor booths. CPCC is providing classroom space to enable event organizers to host learning sessions and discussions.

Friday, April 18th (8:00 am – 5:00 pm)

The US Green Building Council Charlotte Region Chapter will be conducting both professional workshops and classes. There is a fee for the half day workshops, but no charge for the classes. Be sure to register early. Space is limited.

Saturday, April 19th (8:30 am – 5:00 pm)

You are invited to choose from 30 class sessions brought to you by Charlotte Clean and Green. All are free and will be held at Central Piedmont Community College – Central Campus. Some classes will be taught for multiple sessions, others only one. Be sure to register early. Space is limited.

The Saturday tracks include:

The tracks are designed to appeal to the novice just learning about these critical issues all the way to the highly informed citizen looking for the latest technologies and strategies for change.

 

Energy Track

Energy Savings 101 with Sterling Bowen (3 Sessions – 9:00am, 10:30am & 1:30pm)

Sterling will take $101.00 worth of stuff from a local hardware store and show you how to save money on energy. Lighting changes, phantom loads, duct sealing and the list goes on... Effective, inexpensive, easy things you can do to reduce energy costs.

Tighten Up! with Scott Suddreth (2 Sessions – 9:00am & 1:30pm)

Scott says, a leaky building shell means wasted energy dollars. Find out how to test your building envelope, install or up-grade insulation, choose more efficient windows, thermal barriers and other secrets that will help reduce energy waste and keep your energy costs from going through the roof.

HVAC with Mike Beaver (2 Sessions – 9:00am & 1:30pm)

Efficiency is it, according to Mike. Learn about right-sizing the system, Energy Star HVAC, radiant floor heat, geothermal and other options to green up your existing or new Heating, Ventilation or Air Conditioning systems.

Solar Hot Water with Erik Lensch (1 Session – 10:30am)

Join Erik and to learn all about heating your hot water with sunshine. Explore the technology, understand simple payback and tax incentives of domestic hot water systems.

Photovoltaics (PV) with Bob Thomason (1 Session – 9:00am)

PV technology, practicalities, basic requirements, tax incentives and other considerations for making your own electricity from the sun.

Transportation with Jason Wager and Andrew Grzymski (1 Session – 10:30am)

Green transportation choices for getting around Charlotte. Hybrid vehicles, Charlotte public transit, LYNX, bike paths, greenways and pedestrian access.

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Green Home Track

Easy 2 B Green 101 with Jim Kirby and Alan Hunter (3 Sessions – 9:00am, 10:30am & 1:30pm)

$101.00 and more worth of ideas on greening your home. Toxic free products, no VOC paint, floor finishes, air filters, water saving techniques like lo-flow toilets and shower heads, and rain water retention.

Greening in Place with Paulo J. Nery (2 Sessions – 10:30am & 1:30pm)

Key components of a green re-model. How to get the most from an existing structure. We’ll explore sealing, insulation, appliances, water saving, floors, carpets, solar options and tax incentives.

Brand New Green with Marshall Dunlap (1 Session – 1:30pm)

Design and components of the new green home; passive and active heating and cooling, day-lighting, windows and thermal barriers, materials choices and tax incentives.

Green Design is Good Design with Jim Gleeson (1 Session – 9:00am)

Architectural Style: Where Does Green Fit In?
There is so much confusion over architectural style and design quality in Charlotte. How does GREEN relate to architectural style? What do the terms Traditional, Transitional and Contemporary really mean? Find out why Charlotte’s dominate residential “style” is not “traditional” and how you can apply Green, energy saving strategies to any style.

Earth Friendly Gardening with Don Boekelheide & Jean Woods (2 Sessions – 10:30 & 1:30)

Sustainable landscaping using ecosystem-based design, native species and drought tolerant plants ("xeriscaping"). "Grow your own": organic food gardens and edible landscaping, composting, and environmentally-friendly garden management without harmful chemicals. Green communities: Community, school and church gardens, inspiring your neighbors to go green in their yards, too.

CPCC Wildlife Habitats for Beginners with Mary Bures and Leslie Wieser (2 Sessions – 9:00am & 10:30am)

Join us for a walking tour of CPCC’s Wildlife Habitat on Central Campus, certified by the National Wildlife Federation. This 40 minute informal tour will demonstrate the four elements required for a basic wildlife habitat with discussion aimed toward beginners who want to attract wildlife to their property. The things you will learn are easily transferable to any back yard.

A lucky class attendant will win a free copy of Attracting Birds & Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife by the National Wildlife Federation.

New Urbanism - How Green is Your Neighborhood? with Tom Low (1 Session – 10:30am)

The dominant pattern of development in America — large houses and sprawling, auto-dependent suburbs — requires a heavy input of fossil fuels and an output of carbon emissions. New Urbanism is writing the blueprint for a greener human habitat. It's a philosophy of design that tackles not so much buildings themselves as the entire built environment. New Urbanism seeks to stem suburban sprawl in favor of medium-density towns and neighborhoods where houses, offices, shopping and leisure activities would all be within a walkable space. The automobile — which is responsible for a significant portion of most Americans' individual carbon footprint — would become an option, not a lifeline.

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Stewardship Track

No Child Left Inside with Dr. Meg Houlihan (2 Sessions – 9:00am & 1:30pm)

Join Meg Houlihan for a discussion of a paradox: Even with the growing body of research documenting the benefits to children of time in nature, children are spending less and less time in the natural world. This situation threatens not only our children’s health but also our planet, as people are unlikely to work to save what they don’t know and love. Drawing from research in psychology, urban planning and education -- and good old common sense -- we’ll look at some of the benefits that connection to nature affords all of us and consider ways that we can change this situation in our own families and in our city.

PEAK with REI staff instructors (3 Sessions – 9:00am, 10:30am & 1:30pm)

PEAK, Promoting Environmental Awareness in Kids, is an overview of Leave No Trace principles designed for children ages 5 - 12. It is extremely interactive and each session runs for one hour. Like Leave No Trace, PEAK encourages responsible, non-motorized recreation and enjoyment of public lands. Limited to 15 kids per session to ensure full participation.

Hope Workshop with Diane Frederick (1 Session – 10:30am)

NC Interfaith Power and Light presentation on global warming, energy solutions and policy advocacy. Special invitation to faith based organizations designed to help congregations begin or deepen their earth ministries.

Faith & The Environment: A Panel Discussion with Faith Leaders in Charlotte (1 Session – 1:30pm)

Charlotte faith leaders discuss how they incorporate creation care/environmental stewardship into their ministries and what their organizations are currently doing around environmental stewardship.

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Green Food Track

Presented by Earth Fare

Attendees of these sessions will enjoy samples of featured items prepared by CPCC culinary students.

Demonstration # 1 – Contemporary Carolina Cuisine (10:30am)

Presented by: Mark Hibbs, Executive Chef and Owner, Radcliffe on the Green

Feature:  Braised Pork Belly and Bost Mill Grits

Chef Hibbs proudly seeks out and supports the use of local ingredients from sustainable resources.  Radcliffe on the Green is a true “Farm to Fork” Restaurant and the menu changes often. Working very closely with farming partners to offer the freshest ingredients at their seasonal peak of flavor, Hibbs creates unique Contemporary Carolina Cuisine that invites you to come in and “Taste the Carolina’s”. His use of international ingredients and flare for unique presentation keeps patrons coming back for more.

Demonstration # 2 – Sustainable Seafood (1:30pm)

Presented by: Tom Condron, Executive Chef, Harper's Group Restaurants

Feature:  Sweet Corn Crusted Pacific Line Caught Halibut w/ Farm Raised Shrimp Chowder and Main Clams w/Niman Ranch Fresh Bacon

Chef Tom Condron's Recipe for success is not really a secret – just get your passports ready. Having spent time in over 50 nations, Condron's international approach to life is most prominent in his cooking. At Charlotte's Mimosa Grill, Upstream, Arpa Wine Bar, Zink American, and the new restaurant M5, he has blended his multicultural experiences with Southern cuisine to offer a unique selection of culinary wonders. Condron believes in supporting local farms and the best products, buying as much locally as possible along with the best to be found around the world.

Kids Cooking Demonstration (9:00AM)

Presented by: Ester Parsons

Feature: Kids mini–pizza

Esther Parsons is a life-long cook whose love of life and children shines through in everything she does. She has traveled from Florida to join us for Charlotte Clean and Green and brings her teaching skills to engage kids and guide them on this creative mini-pizza project. Mmmm, Mmmm, good! Class limited to 8 participants. Must be 8 years or up and accompanied by one adult.

Attention: Food at Charlotte Clean and Green prepared in a facility that uses peanut products.

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Lunch (11:00 am – 2:00 pm)

Lunch on Saturday April 19th is a special part of Charlotte Clean and Green. Our partners Earth Fare, Grateful Growers Farm and the Community Culinary School of Charlotte want you to enjoy a delicious, healthy meal.

Lunch Menu
BBQ sandwich OR Veggie Burger
Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Iced Tea or water

Desserts (sold separately) will be prepared by CPCC Culinary students.

NOTE: Reserve your Lunch today. To sign up for your choice of BBQ or Veggie Burger, go to Registrations. Donation of $10.00 ($5.00 for kids) per lunch not due until you are ready to enjoy. Cash only please, so we can keep all transactions green.

Earth Fare, the leading natural & organic market is a Partnering Sponsor of Charlotte Clean and Green. Lunch features organic and locally sourced foods from Earth Fare stores including breads, vegetables, legumes, coffee/tea and condiments. Earth Fare is also sponsoring the Charlotte Clean and Green chef demonstrations by providing local, sustainable and organic food products. Samples of the featured menu items will be prepared for attendees to sample.

Earth Fare’s mission is to empower people to make healthier choices for themselves, their communities and generations to come.

Grateful Growers Farm of Lincoln County, NC is owned and operated by Cassie Parsons and Natalie Veres who say, “We exist in order to provide families in our community with exceptional quality food, free from synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, hormones, or antibiotics. Grateful Growers’ products do not contain MSG, preservatives, nitrates or nitrites. As stewards of our land and animals, we are committed to using humane and sustainable farming techniques.”

Community Culinary School of Charlotte, Inc. is a private not–for–profit organization that provides training and job search assistance in the food service industry. Executive Director, Chef Ron Ahlert says, “CCSC creates win–win situations for the chronically unemployed and underemployed adults; for the understaffed food service/hospitality industry, and for people in Charlotte who otherwise would not have access to nutritious meals.”

While empowering these individuals, CCSC works to end hunger in the Charlotte area by recycling nutritious food whenever available that would otherwise be wasted. Graduates of the CCSC program gain better life skills, work skills and dignity as a result of their services to others.

 

Any food not consumed at Charlotte Clean and Green will be donated to Community Culinary School of Charlotte to be used in Friendship Trays, a meals–on–wheels program for Charlotte residents who can no longer prepare their own meals.

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Special Presentations

Mother Earth/Father Time by Elizabeth Ross

While at Charlotte Clean and Green, be sure to stop by the Ross Gallery in the Overcash Building to view the newest creation by artist Elizabeth Ross, Mother Earth/Father Time, a multisensory encounter with the cycles of nature. The Gallery will be open from 1:00 – 5:00 pm and Elizabeth will be on hand to answer questions.

Mother Earth/Father Time will be showcased to Charlotte audiences on April 25th at 7:30pm in the Tate Concert Hall in the Overcash Building at Central Piedmont Community College following a 5:00 – 7:00 pm reception in the Ross Gallery that will feature an exhibition of paintings, photographs, films, and prayer flags by Elizabeth Ross. A multimedia experience of images and sounds that embody the exquisite phenomena of our natural world, this work is intended to be both a nostalgic and scientific view of our endangered earth. Through film and dance, and accompanied by the music of the guitar, the violin, the harp and the cello, we are witness to the birth and death of the world of nature. The exhibition (April 7th – May 7th) has been supported in part by a grant from the Arts and Science Council of Mecklenburg. The concert has been supported by an Innovation Grant from Central Piedmont Community College. Both events are free and open to the public. 

Simple Living & the Natural Connection with Wanda Urbanska and Frank Levering (1 Session – 3:00 pm under the Big Top)

Wanda Urbanska will speak on the subject of simple living as a way of living your values in a time of environmental crisis and personal and cultural search for meaning. Addressing the four cornerstones of a simpler life – environmental stewardship, thoughtful consumption, community involvement, and financial responsibility – Urbanska will offer a can–do, inspirational vision of personal and cultural change – and take–away, everyday tips for simplifying your life and aligning your lifestyle with your values. Drawing from years of experience as an author, activist, and producer of a popular PBS series on simple living, Urbanska will challenge you to make a difference, not only in your life but in the lives of others and in the life of an endangered planet. A messenger, as well, from many of the thought leaders she has interviewed for "Simple Living with Wanda Urbanska" – from Jimmy Carter to Ed Begley, Jr., from Maria Shriver to Bill McKibben and William McDonough, Urbanska will drive home the urgent need for change and – in a time of cultural despair – the fresh hope that change brings

Frank Levering will speak on "the natural connection" – a vision of a simpler life that draws a new and inspiring connection between spirituality, conservation, exposure to the natural world for both adults and children, and locally grown food. A third generation farmer at Levering Orchard, Levering is also a graduate of Harvard Divinity School, with its emphasis on the importance of wisdom traditions around the world. Levering will address how the choices we make in engaging with both nature and food also awaken – or fail to awaken – our often dormant spirituality. Drawing on global wisdom traditions and his long experience of growing locally consumed food, Levering will offer both fresh insights and inspiring tips on how increasingly urban Americans can connect – or reconnect – with what is natural, and real. For more information on Frank, Wanda or the series, visit www.simplelivingtv.net.

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Live Music

Join us on the main Quad of Central Piedmont Community College – Central Campus, when Charlotte Clean and Green presents three great bands.

Contagious Blues Band

10:00 am – 11:30 am

Contagious Blues Band has been Rockin the Carolinas since 1999. They have played Independence Arena & Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre with some of the most legendary acts in the business today. National Artists such as BB King, Buddy Guy, ZZ Top, Ted Nugent, Double Trouble, Joe Bonamassa, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Bonnie Raitt. The Band is a regular main stage act in Austin, TX at The Lake Austin Blues Festival. An event sponsored by P.D.A.P. (Palmer Drug Abuse Program). CBB also represented Charlotte, NC in The International Blues Competition held in Memphis TN. Each member of Contagious Blues Band is a seasoned professional who brings their own powerful sound of Blues Rock to the stage.

Old Habits

11:45 am – 1:15 pm

Old Habits is a traditional bluegrass band hailing from Raleigh, NC (& the surrounding area). The band's origins go back to when brothers Craig & Bennett Thompson started picking with Lin Peterson in early 2002. After pursuing newgrass for a while (in the original Old Habits) the 3 got together in April 2003 with Brian English for a garage picking session at the Groveland Estate near NCSU. Several fiddle tunes later the sound was complete. In 2006, the guys welcomed Chad Johnson to the group on guitar. The members have similar interests in playing traditional and progressive bluegrass, drawing influences from Ricky Skaggs, Tony Rice, Del McCoury, Sam Bush and Tim O'Brien. Old Habits has quickly developed a classic sound, fueled by powerful harmonies and strong instrumentals. Expect a fun bluegrass show filled with a mix of original material and traditional songs.

Hot Wax and the Splinters

1:30 pm – 2:45 pm

Hotwax and the Splinters are the Piedmont's Best in Bluegrass Entertainment. With Traditional Bluegrass, JamGrass, and Originals in their arsenal, Hotwax and the Splinters will be sure to entertain all ages. Together now for 10 years, the Splinter's 3 part harmonies as well as their musical talent are second to none. Be sure to check out more of the Splinters at myspace.com/hotwaxandthesplinters.

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USGBC Charlotte Region Chapter Workshop and Classes

All classes will be held on Friday, April 18. To register, click here.

Real Strategies for High-Performance Residential Buildings with Mike Barcik

8:00 am – 12:00 pm: IT Building, Room 2130

This half-day workshop, brought to you by Southface (www.southface.org), will offer an in-depth look at residential building science including topics on energy, water, and resource efficiency.  Residential site issues, improved indoor environments, and creating a durable home will also be discussed.  This knowledge will be prefaced with an introduction to green building.  Benchmarking programs, resources, and building incentives will be discussed at the conclusion of the session.

Cost: $150 (USGBC Members)
 $175 (Non USGBC Members)

Payment will be accepted day of event – cash, check, or credit card accepted.

Lighting Control in Sustainable Building Design with Vic Malanga

9:00 am - 10:15 am: IT Building, Room 2124

This presentation provides an overview of how light control can impact sustainable site management, building energy performance, and enhance the indoor visual environment to improve the comfort and satisfaction of the building’s occupants. A review will be provided of electric light control strategies and the applications and benefits of window treatments to manage daylight.

IAQ Limited Indoor Air Quality Assessment with Bob Jones

9:00 am – 10:15 am: IT Building, Room 2121

This course will address Indoor Air Quality assessment and its relationship to LEED certification. Presentation will include technologies and techniques for air sampling to meet LEED criteria, screening techniques which can save you and your client money, and a discussion of financial value for existing building owners.

Water Saving Technologies with Tom Strurm

10:30 am – 11:45 am: IT Building, Room 2124

Be part of the big picture. Whether you are specifying plumbing products that meet the criteria of LEED initiatives, reduce facility operating costs or accommodate the preferences of home owners, environmentally conscious fixtures and faucets can help you address the challenging demands of your customers. This course will cover general water conservation, LEED standards and how to specify water-saving plumbing solutions that contribute to the big picture.

This course was developed for all architects; specifically for those who specify plumbing products. After this course you will:

Green Roof Technologies with Dave Madonia and Chuck Friedrichs

10:30 am – 11:45 am: IT Building, Room 2121

The presentation will present an overview of the Discovery Place green roof project and its design considerations. Presentation will describe the replacement green roof system, its components, the criteria for component selection, and the location of each component within the assembly. Key design and maintenance considerations to be discussed include capacity of the roof structure, primary and secondary drainage, R–value, wind design, maintenance, aesthetics, service life of the roof system and plant media. The demonstration project includes various types of growing media, organic matter, and vegetation. Presentation will give an overview of lessons learned and data from the various test installations.

Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD) with Richard Craig

1:00 pm – 2:15 pm: IT Building, Room 2124

Underfloor air distribution (UFAD) is a method of delivering space conditioning in offices and other commercial facilities that is increasingly being considered as a serious alternative to conventional ceiling-based air distribution systems because of the significant benefits that it can provide. This technology uses the open space (underfloor plenum) between the structural slab and the underside of a raised access floor system to deliver conditioned air directly into the occupied zone of the building. Air can be delivered through a variety of supply outlets located at floor level, or as part of the furniture and partitions. UFAD systems have several potential advantages over traditional overhead systems, including improved thermal comfort, improved indoor air quality, and reduced energy use. By combining a building's heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system with all major power, voice, and data cabling into one easily accessible service plenum under the raised floor, significant improvements can be realized in terms of increased flexibility and reduced costs associated with reconfiguring building services. These raised floor systems are particularly appropriate for office buildings housing today's businesses with their typically extensive use of information technologies and high churn rates. The course will discuss how UFAD systems contribute to:

  1. ventilation effectiveness
  2. superior indoor air quality
  3. occupant controlled comfort

Brownfield Development with Julie Bennett

4:00 pm – 5:15 pm: IT Building, Room 2124

Brownfield Development represents an opportunity to protect green space through land recycling while promoting economic development. This educational seminar will explore the following:

Integrating Sustainability with Urban Development: The Light Imprint Initiative with Tom Low

2:30 pm – 3:45 pm: IT Building, Room 2124

Light Imprint Development is a comprehensive approach development technique which aims to lie lightly on the land by coordinating sustainable engineering practices and New Urbanist design techniques, offering different solutions for different transect zones. The strategy significantly lowers construction and engineering costs, and allows for additional focus on conservation and environmental efficiency without compromising design priorities such as connectivity and the public realm. During this session developers and designers can easily gain an understanding of the Light Imprint overlay strategy and methods to apply the Light Imprint approach on their next land development project.

Use the Earth for Heating and Cooling with Tim McElroy

2:30 pm – 3:45 pm: IT Building, Room 2121

Join Tim as he discuses how to use ground source heat pumps in commercial buildings and homes. Find out the different system types, equipment that is available, and when to use them. This established green technology will lower your energy bill and reduce the amount of carbon dioxide released to the atmosphere.

Lighting Retrofits and the Energy Policy Act with Jay Casabonne

1:00 pm – 2:15 pm: IT Building, Room 2121

The Energy Policy Act of 2005 authorizes tax deductions for energy efficient commercial buildings. This deduction, subject to a cap, is equal to energy–effiicient commercial building property expenditures made by taxpayers. These tax deductions provide key opportunities for businesses on various levels. This course will discuss how to:

Rainwater Management with David Crawford

4:00 pm – 5:15 pm: IT Building, Room 2121

The presentation will detail a sustainable approach to offering commercial buildings alternative water supplies. The presentation will including the environmental and social issues behind rainwater harvesting, commercial system components and design, how to size a system, and examples of installed systems.

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