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Color Irondequoit Green

Advancing Climate Solutions at the Local Level

Featured Events and Ways to Connect


 

Color Irondequoit Green (CIG) Monthly Meeting

 

Monday, Marth 10th, 7 – 8:30 pm

In person: Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, rm 216

Virtual: TBA

At this meeting, we will discuss our group’s work, share volunteer opportunities, and hear ideas or feedback from newcomers.

 

Next meeting:

TBA

 

Calendar

 

Highlighted Event:Co-Creating our Future, Climate Solutions Summit

When: April 4-5

Where: Rochester Convention Center

What: Build the skills, knowledge, and relationships we will need to collaboratively envision and cultivate a healthier, more equitable, and regenerative future for our region.

More & register: agenda-2025

 

Consolidated Calendar of Events

Use this calendar to see many events offered by the Accelerator, other local Color Your Community Green groups, Pachamama, Reconnect Rochester, ROC Vegan Society, and others.

Navigational tips!

  • Use the left hand side bar to for color coded events.
  • Use the magnifying glass search icon in the upper right corner to search for specific information. For example, search: “heat pumps”.

 

WINTER in Irondequoit

 

Recycle Christmas trees at the ECOPARK – Trees without decorations can be dropped off during open hours. They should be dropped off at the back of the parking in the compost give back area. 

 

Upcoming Free Event: Weatherize – Insulate and Air Seal Your HomeBy Al Hibner and Wise Home Energy
Another session is to be held later this year on May 8th.

Location: Penfield Community Center, 1985 Baird Rd

By sealing leaks in your home you will be making it climate smart and saving money on utilities! Learn how to get a free home energy assessment. Hear from experts about how to access grants, rebates, and incentives for new windows, insulation, air-sealing and other weatherization actions.

Register: https://webtrac.penfield.org/

 

 

 

Monroe County Composting Survey

 

PLEASE FILL OUT THIS SURVEY!

Monroe County DES is sponsoring an Organics Management Plan survey. The survey asks for input about how you feel about composting, how much you might be willing to pay for it, etc. It would be great to have as many pro-composting allies complete the survey as possible. 

You can be entered for a chance to win a $50 if you complete the survey.

 

 

 

Our Newsletter

 

Latest issue: February 2025

 

Our newsletter is released monthly and contains information about CIG’s and other local group’s recent work and upcoming events. There are helpful guides, resources, and media recommendations.  

 

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ReTree 2025 Interest Form

 

ReTree 2025 Interest Form

Are you interested in planting native trees or shrubs on your property? If so, you are in luck! ReTree Irondequoit collaborates with property owners to plant native trees or shrubs. ReTree provides the selected flora free of charge, while supplies last. For public volunteer sites (like schools, business grounds, apartments), ReTree will plant and provide ongoing care for the trees. For private sites, ReTree may be able to assist you with planting and tree knowledge!

Take the Climate Action Pledge

 

Take the pledge

Read the Strategic Plan

Watch the Strategic Plan

The Accelerator is asking members of Color Your Community Green groups, like CIG, to sign the pledge, committing to being a part of the solution: reducing our personal carbon footprint, educating ourselves on the issue, and pushing for policies at the community and state level that will result in an inclusive green energy transition. 

 

The Irondequoit Conservation Board

 

The Irondequoit Conservation Board is seeking new members. The Conservation Board is charged with preserving the Town’s natural environment. It reviews and provides recommendations on all proposed legislation and development applications with the potential for significant environmental impacts. Members must be residents of the Town of Irondequoit and have availability the first Wednesday evening of each month. Please reach out to Conservationboard@irondequoit.org for more information.

Join Us

 

Color Irondequoit Green has so much potential for new environmental initiatives. Join an existing initiative, or bring your passion for an environmental issue, find similarly passionate people to form a team, and start an initiative!

 

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