Would you like to learn how to make your own and others’ homes more comfortable while reducing climate pollution and saving money on energy bills?

Please join the Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions and Interfaith Power & Light at Messiah United Methodist Church for an energy efficiency workshop! Jill Barker of Arlington Energy Masters will teach participants how to perform simple upgrades to achieve energy and water conservation. After reminding ourselves where our energy comes from and why it matters, this hands-on workshop will train participants of all skill levels to confidently undertake energy upgrades, including:

• seal air leaks around doors, windows, and electrical switch plates with foam adhesive and caulk

• install gaskets behind light switch and electrical outlet plates

• install faucet aerators and low-flow shower heads

• replace traditional incandescent light bulbs with more efficient, long-lasting LEDs

• install flow restrictors in toilets

• provide energy efficiency and water conservation education and outreach in schools, to community groups, and to individual residents and families in affordable housing apartments

The class will equip participants to improve their own homes and to volunteer with Rebuilding Together to help low income, elderly and disabled neighbors in Northern Virginia to reduce their energy bills, cut wasted energy, and have more comfortable homes.

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Location: Messiah United Methodist Church (6215 Rolling Rd, West Springfield, VA 22152)

Registration: You must register for the workshop. A registration fee of $20 per participant is requested to cover the cost of training materials. Scholarships are available. Please bring $20 in cash or a check made out to Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions.

Age: This class is open to ages 13+

Contact: Jackie Verrecchia jackie@faithforclimate.org  or Maddie Smith maddie@ipldmv.org with questions