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Lead Abatement Training for Contractors

LeadAbatement

Feb 13-17 | Des Moines

Attention contractors! There is a high demand in the Polk and Dallas County region for lead base paint removal, however, contractors must be certified. Sign up today for this certification training offered through Polk County Health Department.

IEC Environmental Lobby Day

IEClobbyday

Feb 22 | Des Moines

Join COSC at Iowa Environmental Council's Environmental Lobby Day at the statehouse. It is a great opportunity to talk with your elected representatives in person about why protecting Iowa's air, water, and land really matters.

Create an Eco-Friendly Home

HomeGardenGala

Mar 3 | Iowa City

COSC presents "Create an Eco-Friendly Home" at the Spring Home and Gardening Gala hosted by Backyard Abundance, the Johnson County Master Gardeners and partners. Save money, energy and time by creating a beautiful home and garden  that work harmoniously together.

Annual Membership Meeting

AnnualMeeting

Mar 5 | Des Moines

Connect with COSC and fellow community members promoting ecologically sustainable practices. Learn about our achievements and plans for 2012. Free and open to the public.

Environmental Impact Awards Ceremony Luncheon

event_EIA_LUNCHEONceremonyMay 16 | Des Moines

COSC, The Greater Des Moines Partnership and Metro Waste Authority are pleased to announce the 2012 Environmental Impact Awards! Applications are being accepted through Friday, March 23, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. You are invited to an awards ceremony luncheon at the Des Moines Botanical Center on May, 16th.

Seeking Applications for Environmental Impact Awards

event_EIA_APPLICATION

Des Moines, IA (January 4, 2012) - Environmental Impact Award applications will be accepted through Friday, March 23, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. To commemorate Earth Month, winners will be announced April 16.

COSC Seeking Executive Director

EDsearch

COSC is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization in being Iowa's trusted resource promoting ecologically sustainable practices by engaging and connecting individuals, businesses, and communities.
Iowa Celebrities Promoting COSC's Annual Fundraiser

EVERGREEN-pr

West Des Moines, IA (October 26, 2011) -

This year's "Evergreen" event benefiting Center on Sustainable Communities (COSC) will feature singer songwriter William Elliott Whitmore, Iowa's own Do-It-Yourself television personality Michele Beschen, and the River Monks in celebration of COSC's role in advancing Iowa's sustainability initiatives.

QA Graphics Joins COSC, Combining Sustainable Education and Design

QA Graphics Joins COSC

West Des Moines, IA (August 18, 2011) - QA Graphics looks forward to this new relationship with COSC and anticipates the relationship to continue to evolve as the Midwest's sustainability initiatives increase. QA Graphics will look to COSC as a respected resource for accurate information about sustainable building practices...

William Elliott Whitmore to Headline COSC's "Evergreen" Fundraiser

EVERGREEN - William Elliott Whitmore

The Nov. 2 event at People's Court supports the non-profit's community programs and showcases Iowa's top talents in entertainment, foods, craftsmanship and sustainable business practices. West Des Moines, IA (August 11, 2011) - William Elliott Whitmore will headline this year's "Evergreen" event benefiting Center on Sustainable Communities (COSC). The fundraiser will take place at People's Court...

Upcoming Events

Lead Abatement Training for Contractors

LeadAbatement

Feb 13-17 | Des Moines

Attention contractors! There is a high demand in the Polk and Dallas County region for lead base paint removal, however, contractors must be certified. Sign up today for this certification training offered through Polk County Health Department.

IEC Environmental Lobby Day

IEClobbyday

Feb 22 | Des Moines

Join COSC at Iowa Environmental Council's Environmental Lobby Day at the statehouse. It is a great opportunity to talk with your elected representatives in person about why protecting Iowa's air, water, and land really matters.

Create an Eco-Friendly Home

HomeGardenGala

Mar 3 | Iowa City

COSC presents "Create an Eco-Friendly Home" at the Spring Home and Gardening Gala hosted by Backyard Abundance, the Johnson County Master Gardeners and partners. Save money, energy and time by creating a beautiful home and garden  that work harmoniously together.

Annual Membership Meeting

AnnualMeeting

Mar 5 | Des Moines

Connect with COSC and fellow community members promoting ecologically sustainable practices. Learn about our achievements and plans for 2012. Free and open to the public.

Environmental Impact Awards Ceremony Luncheon

event_EIA_LUNCHEONceremonyMay 16 | Des Moines

COSC, The Greater Des Moines Partnership and Metro Waste Authority are pleased to announce the 2012 Environmental Impact Awards! Applications are being accepted through Friday, March 23, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. You are invited to an awards ceremony luncheon at the Des Moines Botanical Center on May, 16th.

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Seeking Applications for Environmental Impact Awards

event_EIA_APPLICATION

Des Moines, IA (January 4, 2012) - Environmental Impact Award applications will be accepted through Friday, March 23, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. To commemorate Earth Month, winners will be announced April 16.

COSC Seeking Executive Director

EDsearch

COSC is seeking an Executive Director to lead the organization in being Iowa's trusted resource promoting ecologically sustainable practices by engaging and connecting individuals, businesses, and communities.
Iowa Celebrities Promoting COSC's Annual Fundraiser

EVERGREEN-pr

West Des Moines, IA (October 26, 2011) -

This year's "Evergreen" event benefiting Center on Sustainable Communities (COSC) will feature singer songwriter William Elliott Whitmore, Iowa's own Do-It-Yourself television personality Michele Beschen, and the River Monks in celebration of COSC's role in advancing Iowa's sustainability initiatives.

QA Graphics Joins COSC, Combining Sustainable Education and Design

QA Graphics Joins COSC

West Des Moines, IA (August 18, 2011) - QA Graphics looks forward to this new relationship with COSC and anticipates the relationship to continue to evolve as the Midwest's sustainability initiatives increase. QA Graphics will look to COSC as a respected resource for accurate information about sustainable building practices...

William Elliott Whitmore to Headline COSC's "Evergreen" Fundraiser

EVERGREEN - William Elliott Whitmore

The Nov. 2 event at People's Court supports the non-profit's community programs and showcases Iowa's top talents in entertainment, foods, craftsmanship and sustainable business practices. West Des Moines, IA (August 11, 2011) - William Elliott Whitmore will headline this year's "Evergreen" event benefiting Center on Sustainable Communities (COSC). The fundraiser will take place at People's Court...

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