The City of Longmont Sustainability Office will host a Climate Action Sunday event at the Longmont Museum beginning at 1:30 pm on Sunday, October 29. Titled “Revolutionizing Energy,” the event will offer community members a glimpse of what our future sustainable world will look like and will equip them with concrete ways they can help make a difference on climate change. The afternoon will include an information fair with community partners and local resources, kids’ activities, a film, and a discussion featuring the complexities of transitioning to cleaner energy.

The global transition toward sustainable energy will change how we live, build and move. “Revolutionizing Energy” provides an opportunity to learn more about these changes and how local providers are preparing to meet the clean energy demand. The film “Backlight: Beyond the Green Horizon” will provide a global perspective on the green revolution. It will be accompanied by a local look at the future of energy with a presentation of how Longmont’s electric utility, Longmont Power & Communications, and its wholesale power provider, Platte River Power Authority (Platte River), are working together toward a 100% noncarbon energy mix by 2030. Following a discussion on local energy, attendees are invited to attend a sustainable energy fair. Here they can discover local resources, watch induction cooking demos, explore electric vehicles, and get a chance to receive free energy-efficiency giveaways.

Film, Presentation, & Discussion

• 1:30-2:15 pm: Documentary film: “Backlight: Beyond the Green Horizon”
• 2:15-3 pm: Local utility presentation and discussion

Kids’ Zone

• 1:30-3 pm: During the film, presentation and discussion, a children’s program will be provided (suggested ages 5-10)

Sustainable Energy Fair

• 3-5 pm: Learn about local resources, induction cooking, electric vehicles, and more.

“We’re excited to share information about the energy transformation that’s unfolding for our community,” said Susan Bartlett, director of electric strategies and solutions at Longmont Power & Communications (LPC). “Events like this allow our residents to not only learn about things like electric vehicles and induction cooking but to experience them firsthand and see that the future is not so far off as it might seem.”

“For the last 50 years, we have been the proud wholesale electric provider for the city of Longmont working in partnership with LPC to transform our energy landscape for a more sustainable future,” added Javier C. Camacho, director of public and external affairs, strategic communications and social marketing for Platte River. “We remain focused on working toward a noncarbon energy portfolio while continuing to provide the reliable, environmentally responsible and financially sustainable power our communities need and deserve. This event provides an opportunity to share the great work done by Platte River and LPC for the Longmont community.”

Revolutionizing Energy is a free event, but reservations are recommended. To register, visit bit.ly/cas-energy or call 303-774-4436.

NOTE: If you need accommodations (language, mobility, etc.) to attend the event, please contact 303-774-4436 or sustainability@longmontcolorado.gov no less than five business days prior to the event.

About Longmont Power & Communications
Longmont Power & Communications has been Longmont’s municipally-owned electric utility since 1912. Our dedicated, innovative team connects the community to affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible electric services, empowering our community’s transition to a sustainable, carbon-free future. To learn more, visit www.longmontcolorado.gov/lpc.

About Platte River Power Authority
Platte River Power Authority is a not-for-profit, community-owned generation and transmission public power utility that provides safe, reliable, environmentally responsible and financially sustainable energy and services to Estes Park, Fort Collins, Longmont and Loveland, Colorado, for delivery to their utility customers.

About Longmont’s Sustainability Plan
In 2016, the City of Longmont approved its Sustainability Plan, focusing on actions that can be implemented within the next five to ten years to help promote environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic vitality for all residents and businesses of Longmont. The Plan includes actions led by internal City departments to enhance sustainability, but also emphasizes involvement of other partner organizations, the business community and Longmont residents in creating and maintaining a thriving, sustainable community. The sustainability vision for Longmont sets the stage for future decision-making and actions.