Event History
2008
Straw Bale Lecture
In Honor of Earth Day, the Art Center, in partnership with COSC, hosted Wayne J. Bingham, Architect & Author on Saturday, April 19th at 2:00 pm. Bingham focused on choices for building shelters that account for climate stability, air and water quality, ecosystems and biodiversity. Wayne Bingham is the author of Small Strawbale: Natural Homes, Projects and Designs and Natural Timber Frame Homes.
COSC Annual Member Meeting
On Monday, February 25, 2008, COSC held its first annual member meeting at Raccoon River Park Lodge in West Des Moines. Lynnae Hentzen gave a presentation and update on COSC, and attendees had lunch and time to network.
3rd Annual Building a Sustainable Iowa Workshop
January 7-11, 2008 - Des Moines & Cedar Rapids
2007
Lunch-n-Learn
"Insulation Options" presented by Silas Hoeppner of Prairie Foam Insulators
Open House Networking Social
On Monday, November 12th, COSC held an open house at the passive solar home of Jenny McCoy, on of our Board Members. Orlo Stitt, Jenny's father who designed the house, gave a brief presentation and was available for questions about the home's green elements. Mr. Stitt has been building green for 30 years and was the very first recipient of the National Association of Home Builder's Green Builder of the Year award in 1999. His company's website is: www.stittenergy.com/awards.htm.
Member Networking Social
On Monday, August 27th, COSC members were invited to attend an open house hosted by Coldwell Banker MidAmerica Group Metro. It took place at a new green home near Winterset. To see the listing, click here.
Lunch-n-Learn
"The Impact of Installation on Overall HVAC System Efficiency" presented by Bob Brice and Tim Hanes of Cenergy. Co-Hosted by Flat Iron, Inc. in Council Bluffs, MidAmerican Energy in Davenport, Iowa Energy Center in Ankeny and Alliant Energy in Cedar Rapids.
FairFIELD Trip
On Friday, July 6th, COSC took a member field trip to Fairfield. We visited one of the greenest spots in Iowa and the region, including Abundance Eco Village, Maharishi Vedic City and Green Building Supply as well as enjoyed the Art Walk in the evening on the downtown square.
Lunch-n-Learn
"Residential Lighting Options" with presenters David Raver, of RDG Planning & Design, and Amy Pruitt, of The Lamplighter
Member Networking Social
On Monday, May 21, 2007, Hubbell Homes hosted a COSC Member Social at their conservation community in Waukee. Approximately 40 people attended the event and toured show homes for the community with all the green elements highlighted.
For more information and a map, see:
Hubbell Conservation Communities
Glynn Village, Waukee
www.conservationliving.com (click on "Glynn Village")
Lunch-n-Learn
"Local Resources for Green" Co-Hosted by COSC and United States Green Building Council Iowa Chapter
2006
Lunch-n-Learn
“Homeowner Rebates” presented by MidAmerican Energy and Alliant Energy.
Sarah Susanka Lecture
On October 4th, 2006, COSC hosted Sarah Susanka, author of The Not So Big House® book series and best selling author, architect and cultural visionary for an afternoon forum and evening lecture and reception at Hoyt Sherman Place.
Approximately 70 attendees participated in the afternoon forum consisting of a panel presentation by Sarah Susanka, Mayor Cownie, Teresa Hay-McMahon (IDNR) and Linda Alfson Schemmel (residential architect and city planner for West Des Moines). The audience represented a strong cross-section of our communities including mayors, builders, architects, city managers, community development directors, and homeowners.
In the evening, Sarah presented her ‘Not So Big’ approach to homes, communities and our lives. The audience of close to 500 came from the Des Moines metro area and across the state. There was a reception and book signing in the gallery of Hoyt Sherman Place following the lecture.
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