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Month: December 2024

23Dec

Rock Canyon Competitors from Fall 2024

Fall 2024 Competition Recap!

Renew Our Schools

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The Fall 2024 Renew Our Schools competition has come to a close, and it sure was fun! Teachers, students, and schools across the country came together to spark meaningful change,

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18Dec

Baraboo students using a Kill-a-watt meter to explore energy use.

Watt’z Up Wednesday: Energy Meter Exploration

Renew Our Schools

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Want to combine STEM learning with real-world impact? Energy Meter Exploration lets students track electricity use in the classroom, blending math, science, and conservation in a hands-on, interactive activity. What

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15Dec

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Do I need to water during the winter?

Phebe Taylor

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Definitely! High winds, dry air, low humidity, low precipitation, and fluctuating temperatures are normal in our climate, and they can wreak havoc on plants.   Long, dry periods lead to

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12Dec

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Resource Central Wrapped: 2024

Sarah Smith

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Resource Central’s conservation programs have had a record-breaking 2024—and it’s all thanks to YOU, our amazing participants!

10Dec

Students learning how a power strip saves energy.

Watt’z Up Wednesday: Power Strip Patrol

Renew Our Schools

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Easy Energy Savings! A “Power Strip Patrol” is an easy classroom habit that saves energy daily. This activity helps students understand how managing electricity with power strips can reduce waste,

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09Dec

Students on the school's roof, getting a tour of the solar panels.

Competitor Spotlight: Rock Canyon High School

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When it comes to energy conservation and sustainability, Rock Canyon’s Eco Club is ahead of the game! Their recent participation in the Renew Our Schools competition showcases how a single team’s efforts

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04Dec

Baraboo students and teachers looking for Vampire Loads

Watt’z Up Wednesday: Conduct a “Vampire Power” Hunt

Renew Our Schools

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Turn Your Students into Energy Detectives! Looking for a hands-on STEM activity that raises awareness about energy conservation? A “Vampire Power” Hunt lets students explore how devices draw electricity even

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01Dec

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Garden In A Box Community Spotlight: Pat of Lakewood

Taylor Hinojosa

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Join the Garden In A Box team as we share community stories to inspire more Coloradans to ditch their thirsty lawns for waterwise landscapes. This month, we spoke with Pat

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