US Ecosystem Has Shifted North By Hundreds of Miles According to the findings of a 50 year study from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln entire ecosystems have shifted over a hundred miles north. On the northern rim this amounted to more than 350 miles while on the southern border it shifted just over 150 miles north. […]
Southern Nevada Leads in Water Use Reduction
Despite Current Efforts, More Measure Are Needed Southern Nevada gets our water from the Colorado River, which as populations continue to swell, has been stretched beyond its capacity. After water conservation measures were adopted, this consumption has been greatly reduced, despite growth. As a result of initiatives the Las Vegas Valley region has reduced water […]
Composting: The Next Wave of Sustainable Living is Here
Has Composting Finally Become Mainstream Some may find it surprising that while throwing out your plastic containers or paper crates has become a faux pas, one that invites sneers and judgement. Meanwhile, one type of waste continues to be thrown out en masse. That type of waste is “organic” waste. That’s right, the organic materials […]
I Did it Because I Can
Event Recap: Pedaling Through the Red Tape Jared Fisher hosted and presented to the Green Chamber Of Nevada at the Las Vegas Cyclery this past week for our monthly luncheon. As the owner, environmentalist, former political candidate and rebel in his own right, this was an excellent opportunity to discuss how everyone can make a […]
Cleanup Crisis Brings Together Our Communities
Communities All Across Nevada Come Together To Clean Up During the 2019 Funding Crisis Unlike during other government shutdowns, during the 2019 funding crisis our local parks have remained open to the public. As the staff, deemed non-essential, have been furloughed, it has been more than challenging for their limited staff to manage all the […]
Garden Farms Named GCNV’s Spotlight Charity
Will Remain Spotlight Charity For 2019 Calendar Year As part of the Green Chamber Of Nevada’s focus to promote green ideas in our community and businesses, and to be a source of green education, our members help us select our annual spotlight charity every year. Charities are chosen based on our members suggestions and a […]
Christmas Tree Recycling Until Jan 15th
Donating your Christmas Tree is not only helping to save the environment, but also to help keep local Henderson parks and landscapes beautiful. Be sure to take your fresh, Christmas tree to your local recycling location to be converted into mulch. Artificial trees and flocked trees will not be taken. Be sure to remove all […]
Vote for the 2019 Spotlight Charity
Help us select our 2019 spotlight charity. At Green Chamber Of Nevada we select a spotlight charity each year to feature to our businesses and members. Voting is open for the 2019 Spotlight Charity. You must be a member to cast an eligible vote. Only one vote per member. Learn More About How You Can […]
GCNV January 2018 Luncheon – Why Green Buildings Are Essential
January’s theme was focused on Green Building. What are Green Buildings? Green building (also called sustainable design) refers to creating facilities that use energy and water in an efficient way. This method of building provides a healthier space for people and the environment. Green building not only refers to the structure itself, it extends to the land […]
GCNV September 2017 Luncheon – Transportation Innovation
September’s theme was Transportation Innovation. Why Transportation? Our Economy – According to the LVCVA, “In 2016, southern Nevada reported a record-high 42.9 million visitors, up 1.5 percent from the 42.3 million visitors reported in 2015. That number has increased 18.1 percent since 2009 and is expected to grow in 2017. Spending sourced to these 40-millionplus visitors is estimated to […]
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