Neighborhood Environmental College will take place this year on every Wednesday of May from 6-7:30 p.m. at South Chattanooga Community Center, 1151 W. 40th St.
"Love our local creeks, streams and river? Want to understand more behind turning on your tap? The Neighborhood Environmental College is a free four-session educational series designed to inform residents about our city’s environmental concerns," officials said.
Participants will learn about Chattanooga’s environmental issues pertaining to watershed health and water quality and how they can take part in sustainable solutions and long-term stewardship.
"Join us at the Neighborhood Environmental College to learn more about water quality issues in
Chattanooga and how to promote sustainable practices in your home, school, business and
community," officials said. "From practical tips to large-scale initiatives, our expert speakers will share their knowledge and experiences to inspire clean water management solutions for our watershed.
"Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with community members, exchange ideas and contribute to a greener future. Whether you’re a seasoned environmentalist or just starting your
journey toward a greener lifestyle, this event is perfect for everyone. Plus, it’s free."
Schedule:
May 7:
Bernie Kuhajda, aquatic conservation biologist, Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute, on Water Quality Challenges and Aquatic Biodiversity in an Urban Setting.
May 14:
Public Lands and Outdoor Recreation Lightning Round: Angela Dittmar, Nature Journaling and Wild Ones; Shawanna Kendrick, The H2O Life, Tennessee River Gorge Trust; and more.
May 21:
Urgent public meeting regarding activities involved with permit renewal for Galapagos Industrial Park LLC.
May 28:
Rosy Harpe, sustainable landscape ecologist, WaterWays, on Everyone Lives Downstream: How small personal actions make a big long-term difference in our changing world; and Thalika S. Hollingsworth, program manager, on Source Water Protection - From Source to Tap: Why is Source Water Protection Important to Public Water Systems?