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URBAN CONVERSION
Clean Energy 101
Season 2
Episode 207
Rodman, a global warming skeptic, puts his views to the test. First, he learns the basics of wind energy visiting a backyard where a smaller turbine helps power a single home. Next, he learns about the theory behind installing solar panels to contribute to the grid. Still wondering how he will bring this into his own life, he is introduced to the growing phenomenon of solar farms.
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The Schleys appreciate their many essential community relationships
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The Schley’s go into the forest to examine the relationship between man and trees
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The Schley’s explore the importance of clean air.
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The Schley’s immerse themselves in the heat of the sun by visiting the Colorado Sand Dunes
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The Schley’s consider all the ways the sun affects their home, farm and life
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The Schley’s have a whole new appreciation for water.
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The Schley’s get grounded as they explore the composition of soil.
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The Schley’s find the remaining 2.7-acres of an original wheat farm in Arvada.
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Exploring large scale eco-building.
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The movement to living simpler by reducing a spaces carbon footprint.
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Gina is troubled by the lack of a green policy, recycling and composting at the office.
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Rodman and Gina explore upcycled art and fashion.