Call for Speakers: online green library conference September 2, 2010

Call for Speakers for “Going Green @ Your Library 2: Working Green, Teaching Green” Amigos’ second Going Green @ Your Library online conference will be Wednesday, November 3, 2010. We are looking for librarians interested in sharing their ideas, experiences and excitement about green practices at their library. Our keynote speaker will be Monika Antonelli, co-editor of the forthcoming Greening Libraries (Library Juice Press, 2011) and Reference/Instruction Librarian at Minnesota State University Mankato. In addition to the keynote session, we hope to have two simultaneous tracks running throughout the day:

• Working Green This track will focus on the green practices implemented in libraries. Some of the areas of interest include:
  • Green library buildings/renovations
  • Green IT
  • Green practices in the library (e.g. Green ILL, Green Cataloging)
• Teaching Green This second track focuses on ways your library shows the way to be green to others in your community. Topics might include:
  • Green programming at the library
  • How your library facilitates research on environmental topics
  • Green by example: how your library leads others in implementing green practices Other topics are welcome!

Each session will be 45 minutes in length. If you’re i nterested in presenting, but have never done it online, don’t worry — we will teach you what you need to know! We welcome submissions from librarians in academic, public, school, and special libraries. To submit your presentation idea(s), go to http://greenlibs2.amigos.org/ and complete the submission form. Proposals will be accepted until September 30.

If you have questions, please contact us at mailto:greenlibs@amigos.org.

Posted on Web4lib (web4lib@webjunction.org)by:
Christine Peterson
Continuing Education Librarian
Amigos Library Services, Inc.
800-843-8482 x2891
www.amigos.org
peterson@amigos.org

Eco-Librarian Classes! July 19, 2010

The U of Wisconsin Madison, School of Library and Information Studies offered an online course in spring 2008 called:

Eco-Librarians: Changing Our Communities One Step at a Time (details)

not only is the topic green themed but offering it online is green and accessible for many more people.  I wonder if it will be offered again? any other library schools offer eco-librarian courses?

Thanks to Ralph Tomlinson for mentioning this to me.

Going Green: Programming Online Workshop May 20, 2010

When: Monday, May 24, 2010 (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM)

Where:  ONLINE!  through ALS Adobe Connect

Cost: Free… register here

This is the second workshop in Alliance Library System’s Going Green series. It will discuss programming ideas for patrons of all ages. From crafts to book lists to online activities, you will be sure to get ideas to make going green fun and easy

Green Library Article in Online Magazine April 15, 2010

In Online magazine‘s (by Information Today) March/April 2010 (vo 34, no 2)  publication, there is an article titled “Libraries Taking the LEED: Green Libraries Leading in Energy and Environmental Design” written by Frederick Stoss – a leader in the green libraries area.  The article discusses a little of the history of libraries being environmentally responsible, explains LEED certification, gives some examples of sustainable library resources/databases (including EBSCO’s GreenFILE and Gale’s GREENR), contains a nice green libraries glossary, and offers some programming ideas and professional resources.  There are several great blogs, wikis, and websites listed (though my blog wasnt one of them) most of which I have blogged about in the past  – such as the Alliance Library System’s Going Green Blog, Monika Antonelli’s GreenLibraries directory, and  Maria Jankowska’s Electronic Green Journal just to name a few.  This article is worth a read so check it out and pass it on!

Going Green Online Library Conference September 2, 2009

From the Amigos Library Services Blog:

Conference Information

When: 8:00am – 4:00pm central time, Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Where: Online

Who: Florence Mason, general session speaker

What: Topics we’ll cover include an introduction to green technology, new or renovated buildings, practical strategies for libraries, green IT, and alternative energies.

Cost:

• Amigos members before September 9: $250
• Amigos members: $275
• Amigos non-members before September 9: $300
• Amigos non-members: $325
• Students before September 9: $125
• Students: $150
• Group discount of 20% given to groups of five or more from one institution; does not apply to student rate

Registration is OPEN and available until October 1, 2009.
Early Bird Registration ends September 9.
Number of participants limited.

Read more

Promote your library June 10, 2009

As many libraries are closing, the need for libraries being  questioned, and competition for library type services growing, finding ways to advocate and grow your library is essential.  Promote your library as a green and cost saving.  Start by simply promoting the idea that you can save money by borrowing a book from the library instead of buying it.  Note the long term cost and environmental savings since the library owns one copy that can be borrowed again and again and again,  cutting down on the eco-impact of producing copies that  book (trees, water, energy, waste…) for each of these borrowers. Other companies are promoting business that provide “24/7 access to online resources for your research needs.” Dont libraries already offer this for free?  Promote your online library resources available 24/7 such as online databases, audio books, ebooks, newspapers, digital collections, and services like renewing library materials, tutorials, and sometimes even online chat 24/7.  Make your web presence a quality portal of information and resources.  Users can save a drive to the library and still access a wealth of information and services.  Start simply promoting the things you are already doing that are green and cost saving.

Library card holders still out number Amazon.com customers 5:1.  Determine your cost benefit of services for tax dollars. In most cases libraries benefits exceed the tax costs (Read:  Glen Holt and Donald Elliott, “Cost Benefit t Analysis: A Summary of the Methodology,” The Bottom Line: Managing Library Finances, 15 (4) 2002, pp. 154-158)  Also check out  Libraries: How They Stack Up report from OCLC  (2003) for more interesting stats and data.

The Green(er) Library ONLINE Class February 2, 2009

Solinet is offering a two-day online class called The Green(er) Library on March 25 & 26, from 10:00 – 12:00 EST,  with instructor David Greenebaum.  (NOTE: the February course has been canceled)

Costs: $170 members, $220 for non-members. Must register at least one week prior to date.

Class description: Ecological, social, and economic factors are prompting many libraries to consider “going green,” but how you make your library more environmentally responsible? What steps are practical in a real-world context, and what is the actual relationship between long-term financial benefits and up-front costs? … discusses current standards and practices for evaluating the environmental impact of existing, expanding or newly planned library facilities, and offer ideas for approaching environmental considerations relating to both physical plant and operating processes.

Green Marketing Through Your Library’s Web Site October 24, 2008

Check out Lake County Library System’s Green Web page for ideas on how to market your green resources for your library.  The site highlights cover images of green books by various genres the library owns and mentions their green library tote bags for sale.

Chicago Public Library has a page called “Resources for learning about the environment” highlighting a recommended book, listings of local green related events,  links to relevant databases, featured searches, and helpful Web sites.

The Rosemary Garfoot Public Library actually posts their real time energy reports online for the public to view by date.

The Canton Public Library has Green Pages with links and local information on recycling, buying green, how to save money and energy, and more. They spotlight some ideas (such as what their library “green team” is doing) and mention local green events as well.

…and I’m sure there are many more libraries with this type of marketing; please comment if you know of one that I haven’t listed here!

Upcoming Green Library workshops August 27, 2008

Charting the Path to Campus Sustainability (ONLINE LIVE)

Webinar by Environmental Health and Engineering

Whether you’ve already begun your campus sustainability program or you’re just starting, this webinar will provide you with the most up-to-date tools and knowledge necessary to manage a successful campus sustainability program.

9/17/2008
1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Eastern (1 hr presentation, 1/2  Q & A)
COST: $99.00 (for AASHE members its $75) – this is per phone line, not per person
Registration Deadline: 9/16/2008 11:00:00 AM
Register Online

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The Greener Library (Live Online)

This two-day online class will discuss current standards and practices for evaluating the environmental impact of existing, expanding or newly planned library facilities, and offer ideas for approaching environmental considerations relating to both physical plant and operating processes.

9/23/08 – 9/24/08
2:00 – 4:00 Eastern
Distance Education
$170 members/$220 non-members
Instructor: David Greenebaum

REGISTER & INFO

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If you live in the Chicago area….

Going Green @ Your Library: How to Create a More Environmentally Friendly Library Community

Workshop by North Suburban Library System

… simple, easy to implement, cost saving initiatives that can help make your library more eco-friendly. Beth will also look into larger scale projects, such as green building options. During this workshop participants will explore real-life situations as they create workable, detailed plans of action to take back to their libraries. Topics to be covered include recycling, reducing waste, green building, greener cleaning, travel tips, art projects and other fun ideas, and more

11/6/08
9 -12pm
NSLS Auditorium (directions)
Cost $60
Instructor: Beth Filar Williams
REGISTER & INFO

OR

Going Green @ Your Library: How to Create a More Environmentally Friendly Library Community

Workshop by Metropolitan Library System

11/7/08
9:30 -12:30pm
Burr Ridge, IL (directions)
Cost $45
Instructor: Beth Filar Williams
REGISTER & INFO

ACRL OnPoint Chat 5/14/08: Green Libraries May 6, 2008

(Cross posted on anss-l and tfoe discussion lists)

WHAT: Online, live discussion and place to share ideas about green libraries and campuses.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 1:00 p.m. (Eastern), 30-45 minutes.

CONVENERS: Mary Carr, Dean Instructional Services, Spokane Community College and Dr. Debra Rowe, President of the US Partnership for a Sustainable Future

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: From a library/librarians’ perspective, how are our library resources when it comes to sustainability? Are we supporting the college’s curricular efforts? What about the “greening” of the library and the campus? Can we practice sustainability? Can we promote it by speakers, presentations, etc.? What can we do within our library associations, and other professional groups? The whats, whys and wherefores of sustainability? What is happening on our campuses and in our communities regarding sustainability? How can we support what is happening and how can we contribute to moving the needle?

BACKGROUND READINGS:

• Inside Higher Ed blog “getting to green” http://insidehighered.com/views/blogs/getting_to_green
• Do Colleges Need Green Czars?” Inside HigherEd. April 15, 2008. http://insidehighered.com/news/2008/04/15/sustainability
• Greening your library blog http://greeningyourlibrary.wordpress.com/

IMPT NOTES: ACRL OnPoint chats are free and open to the public.  Sessions are unmoderated, 30 to 45 minutes long, and take place in a Meebo chat room. While no registration is necessary to participate, ACRL recommends creating a quick and easy Meebo account for the best experience while participating in ACRL OnPoint discussions. Full details are available on the ACRL Web site at www.acrl.org/ala/acrl/acrlproftools/OnPoint/onpoint.cfm.