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Ecotech Institute, the first and only college focused entirely on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability, received accolades as a finalist for the Colorado Cleantech Industry Association’s National Cleantech Leadership Award on October 22. Ecotech congratulates all of the finalists and winners from the ceremony for helping cleantech industries continue to innovate and grow.
“We were absolutely thrilled to be recognized among so many fantastic cleantech innovators who deeply care about sustainable industries,” said Mike Seifert, president of Ecotech Institute. “Ecotech is committed to walking the talk as we educate future sustainability experts and we will continue to look to these peers for insights, guidance and support.”
During the third annual “Colorado Cleantech Industry Awards Celebration”, individuals and organizations were honored for their leadership in advancing cleantech job creation, corporate growth, individual effort and technical innovation.
The company finalists were selected based on their ability to impact the marketplace with innovative clean technologies, successful fundraising efforts, ability to scale their technology, and the company’s statewide job creation success. Individuals were selected for their commitment to expanding Colorado’s cleantech ecosystem and their devotion to the growth of their respective organizations. With the guidance of Deloitte, the finalists were selected by a group of industry peers consisting of entrepreneurial leaders, cleantech CEOs and former award recipients.
“For a school that has only been around a couple years, this nomination was a big accomplishment,” added Seifert.
The 2012 Blue Sky Velo Cup will once again provide exciting cyclocross racing for everyone.
Located on the legendary Xilinx campus, this year’s course is sure to offer nonstop excitement for both spectators and racers alike!
Join in the fun, or watch as racers spring over barriers, trudge through sand-pits and charge over run-ups, obstacles sure to test the racer’s physical, technical and mental abilities—excitement for everyone at every twist and turn!
Expo Area will have face painting, chiropractic care, local vendors, and food & beverage booths. The talented Niwot Marching Band will be on-hand again to entertain and add to the excitement!
Come join us for a full day of fun for the entire family!
8AM -5PM at the Xilinx campus
For more information, please see: http://www.coloradocycling.org/sites/default/files/Site_Files/Race_Flyers/2012/BSVCX_flyer.pdf
The Center for Productive Longevity (CPL), which serves as the bridge between older people and opportunities for them to continue in productive activities, is hosting its fourth meeting in the “Spotlight on Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Baby Boomers” series on Thursday, November 15. This meeting, which is the final stop in the series, will be held at University College on the University of Denver campus. To register and view the agenda, visit http://www.ctrpl.org/november-15-2012. Participants must be 50 and older (50+).
The meetings are designed to contribute to a national momentum for new-business creation, which will help Baby Boomers remain productively engaged while reducing unemployment and increasing national economic growth. AARP, the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) and CPL are sponsors of the meeting, along with other organizations.
The day will include presentations from three successful entrepreneurs 50+ and two rounds of interactive breakout sessions on topics relating to new-business creation and how to become an entrepreneur.
The featured speakers include:
This meeting focuses on the reality that, with unemployment high and economic growth low for the foreseeable future, entrepreneurship is a bright spot on a gloomy employment horizon for Baby Boomers 50+.
Space for the meeting is limited, and people are encouraged to reserve a place as soon as possible. The charge of $35 per person covers a spouse, if desired, and a post-meeting workshop on the “how-tos” of creating a new business. Registrations should be made by November 1 at http://www.ctrpl.org/november-15-2012/registration. They will be accepted thereafter on a first-come basis.
For more information on CPL and the senior entrepreneurship meetings, visit www.ctrpl.org or Facebook at www.facebook.com/CTRPL.
Ecotech Institute, the first and only college focused entirely on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability, has named Chris Gorrie as the school’s new Academic Dean. Gorrie began at Ecotech as an instructor in 2010 and most recently served as the program director for the Electrical Engineering Technology Program.
“Chris Gorrie is a student favorite on our campus, bringing a great deal of knowledge and expertise,” said Mike Seifert, president of Ecotech Institute. “This is a perfect position for Chris, giving him the ability to make a difference for our entire student body.”
Gorrie studied Electrical Engineering, with an emphasis in semiconductor technology, at the University of Southern Maine and did his graduate work at the University of Florida where he received a full Alumni Fellowship.
His interest in renewable energy led to work at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, where he developed new materials for use in transparent electronics and photovoltaics. His passion for teaching brought him to Ecotech Institute where he has taught courses in circuits, power generation, programmable logic controllers, mathematics, physical science and photovoltaics.
“It’s a great honor to hold this position,” said Gorrie. “At Ecotech Institute, we’re helping to shape our country’s renewable energy future and changing students’ lives in the process. It’s an incredible opportunity and I look forward to the challenge.”
Fall is in full swing with winter just around the bend. And while the weather might start to get frightful, that doesn’t mean running outside can’t be delightful—thanks to FastForward Sports’ Holiday Program.
For the past eight years, the FastForward Sports Holiday Program has helped Boulder and Denver runners stay in shape and keep off the pounds during the holiday season when the days get shorter, the temperatures get colder… and the meals get bigger.
“The holiday season in Colorado is wonderful, but the cold and limited daylight can conspire against runners who aim for consistent exercise and weight management,” says FastForward owner and head coach Scott Fliegelman. “In all kinds of weather, FastForward runners gather with headlamps, lots of layers and a hearty attitude as they head out onto the trails for a shared fall/winter outdoor experience.”
The program runs from Halloween to New Year’s and helps bridge the gap after a summer of training and racing for runners of all abilities, offering camaraderie, accountability and expert coaching from FastForward’s cadre of more than 40 coaches. Workouts are not too long or too arduous, and runners often participate together in holiday 5Ks and fun runs throughout the fall and winter months.
Speaking of fun runs, the program kicks off with the annual Trick or Treat Trot on Halloween night, October 31, an easy 2-mile jog around North Boulder Park. This FREE event is open to adults and children and costumes are encouraged! In the spirit of Halloween, runners will enjoy candy aid stations and post-run refreshments.
FastForward Sports’ Holiday Program runs from October 31 – December 31. Groups meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. at North Boulder Park in Boulder and Washington Park in Denver. Saturday morning runs are held at assorted locations at 9 a.m. in both Boulder and Denver. Cost for the program is $99 through Oct. 19; then price goes up to $119.
Learn more about the FastForward Sports Holiday Program, and other year-round training programs, at www.fastforwardsports.net.
3rd annual fundraiser benefits A Kid’s Place, October 13, 2012
October 12, 2012 – Greeley, CO – Coyote’s Southwestern Grill is proud to support A Kid's Place, home of the Weld County Child Advocacy Center and the CASA Program, by competing in this year’s “Top Chef Northern Colorado” on Saturday, October 13th, 2012 at the Island Grove Exhibition Hall. Music, cocktails and a silent auction start at 5:00 p.m. and the competition begins at 6:30 p.m. Chefs Trevor Schultze and Garrett Adler from Coyote’s look forward to a rematch from last year, helping a great cause, making great food and competing for the crown.
The 3rd Annual Top Chef Northern Colorado promises heated competition with amazing food creations by local chefs. Along with newcomer to the event Chef Garrett Adler, Chef Schultze once again plans to bring his “A” game to compete for the title of NoCo Top Chef against chefs from restaurants such as Nordy’s, UNC Catering, The Tavern and last year’s Top Chef winner, Jason Rogers from Oskar Blues. Those attending will also enjoy sweet concoctions from dessert sponsor Santeramo’s. Come support A Kid’s Place with Coyote’s Southwestern Grill and make this the best Top Chef NoCo yet to support programs for child victims in the community. Tickets are $50, and include cocktails, soft drinks, appetizers, dinner, dessert, live music and a silent auction. You can get yours while they last by calling 970-353-5970 or emailing director@akidsplace.org.
Top Chef Northern Colorado Sponsors include First National Bank, Atmos Energy, Otter Cares, JBS, RE/MAX Alliance’s Debbie Calvin, First Bank, ci-media, Walmart, BMC, Kohl’s, COGA, Chiro Now!, Cache Bank & Trust, True Light Productions, Southwest Airlines, Interlock Construction Corp., Greeley HOG 1462, Girls with Guitars, Envirotech, Pepsi, Kenny’s Steakhouse, Westlake Wine & Spirits, Northern Colorado Paper, American Eagle Distributors, Fort Collins Brewery, Odell’s, New Belgium, and others.
About A Kid’s Place
On average there are 1.500 reports of abuse and neglect yearly in Weld County. A Kid’s Place is an essential partner in helping child victims and their families. The staff at A Kid’s Place works hard to make sure that a child’s life that may have been altered by abuse is not defined by it. Encompassing CASA of Weld County, which trains community volunteers to become court appointed special advocates for abused and neglected children, and the Child Advocacy Center, which is designed to be a safe haven for child victims of crime, A Kid’s Place responds to the needs of abused children and they can begin to heal. Visit www.akidsplace.org for more information.
About Coyote’s Southwestern Grill
Coyote’s serves fresh, authentic, made-from-scratch southwestern food at its 5250 West 9th Street Drive location in Greeley, Colorado, and offers catering and to-go service. The establishment’s eClub provides special discounts and insider information to subscribers. For more information, visit http://coyotesgreeley.com, or call (970) 336-1725. Like Coyote’s Southwestern Grill on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Coyotes-Southwestern-Grill/115972958432086?fref=ts.
BOULDER, COLORADO – October, 9th 2012 Glider pilots from the Soaring Society of Boulder (SSB) have flown over 86,800 miles (almost 3.5 times around the World) this year hoping to become the highest ranked soaring club in the nation. Fifty one pilots flew 637 cross country flights during the soaring year which started in October 2011 and ended 52 weeks later in October 2012. All this without engines or consuming fuel!
With their best showing ever, glider pilots from the local soaring club in Boulder finished the season in 2nd place nationally and 14th internationally in gliding’s prestigious Online Contest (OLC). This contest was developed in Germany and is run internationally with scoring based on how far individual glider pilots fly cross country. Sophisticated GPS-loggers are carried to record the gliders movements. Encrypted flight log files are uploaded via the Internet to the Online Contest allowing glider pilots from all over the world to compare their flights. In the United States, glider pilots flew an astonishing 2,144,622 OLC miles cross country.
Soaring is a quiet but exciting sport with few spectators, crowds, or engines except for the tow plane which lifts the glider into the sky. After releasing from tow the soaring pilot is typically alone in his or her glider, climbing in columns of solar heated air currents called thermals and moving on cross country. Such a soaring flight can last from only a few minutes to up ten hours depending on the weather conditions and the glider pilot’s skills. In 2011, a Soaring Society of Boulder member, using only the sun’s energy, flew to Santa Fe, New Mexico from Boulderand returned completing a 650 mile flight non-stop.
Founded in 1959 the Soaring Society of Boulder is located on the Boulder Municipal Airport. The club is the largest soaring club in Colorado with about 170 members. A non-profit, the SSB has provided basic and advanced instruction and equipment including gliders to its members for over fifty years. The club owns six gliders, including two high performance gliders allowing members to compete in the worldwide OLC contest. Still most of the competition miles were flown by club members in private gliders based at the Boulder Airport. The club supports the member’s cross country flying by training with experienced instructor pilots in a high performance two seat and then in single seaters.
Like any other sport soaring offers a lot of different opportunities to compete from Regional, National and International competitions, to gain internationally recognized achievement badges or to just have fun together. In August 2012 the World Gliding Championship was held in Texas. 100 pilots from over 25 countries competed for the title of World Champion. Two Boulder club members have competed as members of the USand the Serbian team.
To see the Online Contest on the internet or contact the Soaring Society of Boulder please take a look at the club’s website http://soarboulder.org/
