| GreenPower Program - Helping Nevada's Kids Grow Up Green! |
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Since its inception in 2000, GreenPower has been a partnership between DRI, volunteer committee members, NV Energy, and their customers. Funded by the generosity of customers voluntarily adding a few dollars to their monthly electrical bill, 100% of the tax-deductible donations go towards renewable energy education in Nevada’s K-12 schools. Featured GreenPower Schools: Pine Middle School, Wooster High School, and Caughlin Ranch ElementaryThe April 2010 issue of Washoe Parents explored the GreenPower program, its benefits, and the impact it has on kids throughout Washoe County. Pine Middle School, Wooster High School, and Caughlin Ranch Elementary educators were all interviewed regarding their individualized implementations of GreenPower concepts and offerings. The article appears online at: http://www.washoeparents.com/ and is the cover story "Green Lessons." |
Located in Reno, Nevada
This unique laboratory houses the EcoCell Laboratories and the EcoPod Chambers.
Located in Reno, Nevada
The Trace Chemistry Laboratory provides high quality trace and ultra-trace chemical and physical analyses.
Located in Las Vegas, Nevada
The Environmental Microbiology Laboratory is a versatile platform supporting the study of microorganisms in the environment.