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Nerd Nite Philadelphia Talks Sustainability with Clean Air Council & GPB: 9/18

Want to learn more about sustainability while washing down some German Brews? Nerd Nite Philadelphia’s September meeting is perfect JUST for you!

Nerd Nite Philadelphia will partner with Green Philly Blog and Clean Air Council on Wednesday, September 18 for an evening filled with talks by green, local experts!

Nerd Nite Speakers include:

  • Philadelphia Energy Manager Kristin Sullivan will be on hand to discuss the methods in which energy consumption can be reduced within the City of Brotherly Love.
  • Philadelphia Recycling Director Phil Bresee will discuss Philadelphia’s Recycling progress over the last few years and the city’s upcoming initiatives.
  • Logan Welde  and Julie Hancher will discuss harmful effects of plastic bags and positive outcomes of a citywide plastic bag reduction.
  • Eric Wahl from Delaware’s Element Design Group will discuss the science of landscape architecture.

Immediately prior to the event, Franklin Winslow from Philly’s Yards Brewing Company will be on hand to discuss Yards’ latest beverage—which will be available exclusively at Frankford Hall. Tunes will be provided throughout by Midwestern Exposure.

Want to go for free? The Clean Air Council is giving the first 50 people who register a free admission. Run over to their website, now.

Don’t miss this awesome event! It will be local, live and booming.

If you go:

What: Nerd Nite Philly
Where: Frankford Hall (1210 Frankford Ave Philadelphia, PA)
When: September 18 – Doors @ 7:00 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm sharp
Cost: $5

 

Additional Q’s? E-mail nerdnitephilly@gmail.com or visit Nerd Night‘s website.

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake.

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