Workshops & Speakers
Our workshops and speaker series make climate science clear, practical, and approachable. From renewable energy, conservation and ecosystem restoration, we connect the best up-to-date research with real solutions for Door County, so you can stay informed and inspired to take action.
Upcoming Workshops & Events
Our workshops and forums are open to the public and designed for lifelong learners. Join us to explore climate science, renewable energy, composting, and other topics—and leave with knowledge you can put into action.
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Our volunteer experts and guest presenters bring climate science to life with engaging, research-based talks tailored for adult learners. Whether you’re looking for an introduction or a deep dive, we offer programs that connect global science to local solutions.
Previous Workshops & Speakers
Climate Science & Local Impacts
The Urgent Need to Stop Burning Gas!
Speaker: Bruce Nilles
How Will Wisconsin and Door County Be Affected by the Climate Change
Speaker: Steve Vavrus
Talking Climate Change
Speaker: Dominique Brossard
Good Medicine for Climate Change
Speaker: Joel Charles M.D., M.P.H.
Using Data to Change People’s Minds on Climate Change
Speaker: Katharine Hayhoe
Wisconsin’s Green Tier Legacy Communities
Speaker: Laurel Sukup & Ryan Heise
Hand Over Fist: the Future of Water
Speaker: George Hawkins
GLOBE for Citizen Scientists: Advancing Climate Literacy in Rural Wisconsin Schools
Speaker: Ms. Rosalyn Pertzborn & Dr. Michael Notaro
Wisconsin’s Green Tier Legacy Communities
Speaker: Keith Reopelle
Renewable Energy & High Performance Housing
High Performance Housing in Times of Climate Change Speaker: Virge Temme
Soil Health and the Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture
A History and Future of Affordable Housing
Speaker: Virge Temme
Cranes and Climate Change
Speaker: Dr. Richard Beilfuss
Global Housing Trends
Speaker: Amber Marie Beard
Agriculture, Ecosystems & Conservation
Invasive Herbaceous Plants
Speaker: Mike Schneider
Tree Planting
Global Worming: A Threat to Forests and Climate
Speaker: Lee E. Frelich
Invasive Woody Plants
Speaker: Mike Schneider