Come join Wenatchee River Institute for Science On Tap! This casual, free event is a great opportunity to gather, socialize, and learn about an exciting science topic from a member of our community. No prior science knowledge necessary! Speakers will give a talk on their latest research or a science topic they are passionate about, with some time afterwards for discussion or Q&A. Presentations start at 7pm – arrive early to grab a drink and get a seat!

Presentation: What Our Greenhouse Gas Emissions Tell Us

Description: The presentation will focus on the findings from the first-ever greenhouse gas emission inventories for the City of Wenatchee and Chelan County. Topics will include where and how much greenhouse gas emissions are originating in the city and county, the role hydropower and carbon capture in the Wenatchee-Okanogan National Forest play in keeping emissions lower, and what potential new strategies can be enacted to reduce local emissions in the future.

Presenters:

Marlene Farrell is the Executive Director of Sustainable NCW, a nonprofit focused on fostering stewardship of our environment and community through education and opportunities for action that reduce waste, lower our carbon footprint, and strengthen the health of people and place.

Steve Maher is the Coordinator of Our Valley Our Future, a regional outreach, visioning, and planning nonprofit that guides the development of community Action Plans. Prior to his current role, he was an editor and reporter with The Wenatchee World for more than 20 years.