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nergy efficiency for Penn Statethe farm has becomeCooperative ExtensionEmore important intoday's environment ofunpredictable energy costs,highly competitive markets,and capital equipment needs.Penn State CooperativeExtension's farm efficiencytraining workshops will giveyou the tools to assess energyissues at the dairy farm or atthe greenhouse.Theseworkshops will give you the Farm Energytools to develop acomprehensive energy planEfficiencyfor your own situation.TrainingPenn State Cooperative ExtensionWorkshopsRenewable and Alternative EnergyProgramhttp://www.energy.extension.psu.eduPenn StatePenn State encourages persons with disabilities The Lancaster Centerto participate in its programs and activities. Ifyou anticipate needing special accommodations Room 102or have questions about the physical accessprovided, please contact Penn State Extension in 1383 Arcadia Roadadvance of your participation or visit. Lancaster, PA 17601Penn State is committed to affirmative action, Lancaster Farm and Home Center717-299-7667equal opportunity, and the diversity of itsworkforce.1383 Arcadia Road • Lancaster, PA 17601Copyright © 2009 The Pennsylvania [e-mail] 717 299-7667UniversityRegistration:Farm Energy Efficiency Greenhouse EnergyName: _________________________EfficiencyTraining 2009Company:_______________________Date: June 24, 2009Penn State Cooperative Extension is Address:________________________holding farm energy ...

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nergy efficiency for the farm has become tod E ay's environment of more important in unpredictable energy costs, highly competitive markets, and capital equipment needs. Penn State Cooperative Extension's farm efficiency training workshops will give you the tools to assess energy issues atthe dairy farm or at the greenhouse.These workshops will give you the tools to develop a comprehensive energy plan for your own situation.

Penn State Cooperative Extension

Renewable and Alternative Energy Program

http://www.energy.extension.psu.edu

Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing special accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Penn State Extension in advance of your participation or visit. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Copyright © 2009 The Pennsylvania State University

Penn State The Lancaster Center Room 102 1383 Arcadia Road  Lancaster,PA 17601 7172997667

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Penn State Cooperative Extension

Farm Energy Efficiency Training Workshops

Lancaster Farm and Home Center

1383 Arcadia Road  Lancaster, PA 17601 . 717 2997667

Farm Energy Efficiency Training 2009

Penn State Cooperative Extension is holding farmenergy efficiency workshops for engineers, technicians, extension educators, and farmers. Experts present the latest information for participants to develop solid skillsin assessing a farm's or greenhouse's energy efficiency.

Dairy Farm Energy Efficiency

Date: June 16, 2009

Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Description:Dairy farms need to be energy efficient to compete in the today's market place. Rising energy prices and increased competition absolutely make it important thatfarmers use energy efficiently. Dairy farm energy expert David Ludington will give you the tools and knowledge needed to inspect a dairy farm’s energy systems and determine where savings can be found. The workshop includes a visit to a nearby commercial farm for a handson demonstration of energy assessment methods.

Who should attend:The workshop will benefit agricultural professionals who work with the dairy industry, farmers who want to improve their facilities, and energy industry professionals such as engineers, technical representatives, and service providers interested in dairy farm energy efficiency.

Greenhouse Energy Efficiency

Date: June 24, 2009

Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Description:With the increasing consumer demand for local products and the rising cost of imported flowers and vegetables, greenhouse growers in the Northeast today have real opportunities to develop their businesses. Rising energy costs, however, significantly affect operating costs. Greenhouse growers who are energy efficient can thrive in changing markets.

Professors Robert Berghage and Jay Holcomb's program will cover the fundamentals of greenhouse energy efficiency in terms of facility use, heating, cooling, controls, and lighting. Participants will gain a balanced understanding of the principles and the practical aspects of making a greenhouse facilityenergy efficient and productive.

Who should attend:The workshop will benefit agricultural professionals and educators who are working with greenhouse systems, growers wanting to improve their energy efficiency, and energy services professionals looking to understand greenhouse systems.

Registration: Name: _________________________ Company:_______________________ Address:________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ Phone: ________________________ Email: _________________________ Event Costs: ___ ($200.00) Dairy Farm Energy Efficiency ___($50.00) Dairy Farm Energy Efficiency for Pennsylvania residents only* ___ ($200.00) Greenhouse Energy Efficiency ___($50.00) Greenhouse Energy Efficiencyfor Pennsylvania residents only* ___ Total enclosed  *Proof of Pennsylvania residency (Social Security Number) will be required at event registration. This discount is available thanks to the generous support of the Lancaster County Workforce Investment Board. Send form, along with payment, to: Penn State The Lancaster Center 1383 Arcadia Road, Room 102 Lancaster, PA 17601 or contact: [e-mail] Lunch and coffee are provided at the workshops. Attendees will need to provide their own transportation to a nearby farm for the afternoon part of the dairy program.

Companies or organizations wishing to exhibit at these events, please call (717) 2997667