Sustainable Putnam

Menu

Events Search and Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

Funding Home Energy Projects through the IRA – Kent Public Library

Kent Public Library 17 Sybil's Crossing, Carmel, New York, United States

Learn how the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) can help pay for energy-saving home improvements as you transition to clean energy. Whether you own or rent your home, the IRA will soon provide upfront payments worth thousands of dollars for electrical service upgrades, home heating and cooling, electric vehicles, efficient appliances, and solar panels. Joe …

Funding Home Energy Projects through the IRA – Kent Public Library Read More »

Free

The Power of Trees

Fox Lane High School 632 South Bedford Rd, Bedford, New York, United States

Healthy Trees provide essential ecosystem services like clean air and water, fertile soil, plentiful habitat, and increased biodiversity. However, 1/3 of all tree species are endangered, posing a threat to global health. Tickets for The Power of Trees Community Forum go on sale FEBRUARY 15th. We have a fantastic lineup of speakers, activities, and real-world tips to …

The Power of Trees Read More »

Indigenous Peoples of the Hudson River Valley

Mahopac Public Library 668 Route 6, Mahopac, New York, United States

Understanding Past Cultures in the Hudson Valley through Archaeology A talk by Dr. Eugene Boesch Dr. Boesch will examine Indigenous Native American cultures and adaptations in the southeastern New York region from the area's earliest occupation by humans at least 13,000 years ago, through European contact, 1550-1750. Co-sponsored by Mahopac Public Library and Sustainable Putnam. …

Indigenous Peoples of the Hudson River Valley Read More »

Free

Owning an Electric Vehicle 2023: everything you need to know!

Mahopac Public Library 668 Route 6, Mahopac, New York, United States

Everything you wanted to know about owning and driving an electric vehicle in 2023. We're pleased to be hosting Steve Wehr, a retired IBM engineer who has owned, charged, and driven electric vehicles for years. Learn about EV range, batteries, charging at home, charging on the road, and the differences in driving an EV versus …

Owning an Electric Vehicle 2023: everything you need to know! Read More »

Free

How to Divest from Fossil Fuels and Invest in Clean Energy

Zoom

This presentation will focus on the basics of selecting mutual funds, investment advisors, or individual stocks and describe the types of investors who should consider each of these strategies, plus time for your individual questions. It is co-sponsored by New Yorkers for Clean Power, Sustainable Putnam, and the Third Thursday Environmental Series. Register through the EventBrite link below.

Free

Funding Home Energy Projects through the IRA – Putnam Valley Library

Putnam Valley Library 30 Oscawana Lake Rd, Putnam Valley, New York, United States

Learn how the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) can help pay for energy-saving home improvements as you transition to clean energy. Whether you own or rent your home, the IRA will soon provide upfront payments worth thousands of dollars for electrical service upgrades, home heating and cooling, electric vehicles, efficient appliances, and solar panels. Joe …

Funding Home Energy Projects through the IRA – Putnam Valley Library Read More »

Free

Putnam County Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day

Mud Pond Road (Between Lake Casse Rd and Croton Falls Rd) Mud Pond Road, Mahopac, New York, United States

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day for Putnam County residents, Saturday, May 6, 8:30am - 12:30pm, Fahnestock State Park, Canopus Beach Parking lot, 1570 New York 301 Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512. Click here for a flyer with a list of what is and what is NOT accepted.

Free

eWaste Drop-off, Town of Carmel

Mud Pond Road (Between Lake Casse Rd and Croton Falls Rd) Mud Pond Road, Mahopac, New York, United States

No registration necessary, but you must provide proof of Town of Carmel residency at the drop off site. For more information about what electronic waste is and is not accepted, see the list above, visit the Town of Carmel website, or call the Supervisor's Office at (845) 628-1500.

Free

Senator Harckham’s Funding your Home Energy Improvement Forum

Join Senator Pete Harckham for a special Zoom webinar, "Funding Home Energy Improvements." Learn what local, state, and federal financial incentives are available to transition your home to clean energy in Putnam County.  Whatever your income, whether you rent or own, you can take advantage of cost-saving upgrades and healthier energy sources. From air sealing …

Senator Harckham’s Funding your Home Energy Improvement Forum Read More »

Free

Yorktown Repair Café

Grace Lutheran Church 3830 Gomer Street, Yorktown Heights, New York, United States

A Repair Café is a FREE community event. Bring your broken but beloved items and volunteer repair coaches help you FIX THEM! What kinds of items get fixed?LAMPS • VACUUMS • CLOCKS • CHAIRS • ELECTRICAL ITEMS • SMALL APPLIANCES • DIGITAL DEVICES • CLOTHING & TEXTILES • DOLLS • STUFFED ANIMALS • TOYS • …

Yorktown Repair Café Read More »

Free

Putnam County Country Fest & 4H Showcase

Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park 201 Gipsy Trail Rd, Carmel, New York, United States

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam County and Putnam County host The Putnam County Country Fest & 4-H Showcase. This event will feature a variety of exciting activities for the whole family including artisan vendors, food trucks, games & inflatables for the kids, pony rides and even a car show. See the link below for details about opening and …

Putnam County Country Fest & 4H Showcase Read More »

Free

Food Waste Solutions: a panel discussion and call to action

Mahopac Public Library 668 Route 6, Mahopac, New York, United States

Attend our panel discussion that unpacks the simple solutions that can end the problems of food waste. Food makes up the single largest portion of waste going to our landfills and incinerators in the United States today —a whopping 40%. What's more, food waste is one of the single largest contributors to climate change. Join …

Food Waste Solutions: a panel discussion and call to action Read More »

Free