About the Sustainability Advisory Board
The Sustainability Advisory Board (SAB) is an appointed board that advises the Board of Trustees to effectuate improvements to Town codes, operations and facilities on matters regarding sustainable practices, resource conservation, renewable energy, waste reduction, public outreach and education. SAB members serve for three-year terms.
Meeting Details
The Sustainability Advisory Board meets on the fourth Thursday of the Month. A list of upcoming SAB meetings can be found in the calendar below. To join a meeting, simply click the date of the meeting you wish to join, and then click the Website link to join the meeting remotely. You can also call in by using the phone number.
Sustainability Advisory Board Members
Chair
Melody Baumhover
Term ends
June 2027
Rab Lachance
Term ends
June 2026
Jack Craighill Kerby-Miller III
Term ends
June 2025
Rich Orman
Term ends
June 2025
Eryka Thorley
Term ends
June 2027
Patricia Dowd
Term ends
June 2025
Alternate
Tom Wilmoth
Term ends
June 2025
Sustainability Coordinator
Cassidy Grady
Trustee Liaison
Aaron Tye
Meeting Agendas, Minutes, and Recordings
All current and past SAB agendas and minutes can be found on the Town of Nederland CivicWeb page. To access the SAB page, click the button below. Past SAB Meetings can be found on the Town of Nederland YouTube page. *NOTE* Not all SAB meetings are recorded.
SAB Goals for 2023 - 2025
Priority Goals
| Subject | Objective | Achievable Metrics | Action Steps | March 2023 Baseline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1st Priority: Energy - | 100% Renewable Electricity for Residents |
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| ~ 40 Subscribers Achieve Silver SolSmart Designation |
2nd Priority: Zero Waste | Improve Diversion Rate in accordance with the Boulder County Zero Waste Action Plan; and educate the public on how they can divert from the landfill |
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| In-vessel composter (2024) at Transfer Station Transfer Station electronic sign for education (2024) Construction and Demolition Recycling Program established |
3rd Priority: Energy - | Promote EV use & Accessibility |
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| 6x Level II/III Chargers |
Other Goals
| Subject | Objective | achievable metrics | action steps | march 2023 baseline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | Carbon Neutrality | Reduce GHG emissions as much as possible; and monitor them locally |
| Awaiting County study data |
| Climate | Climate Action Plan | Write & Pass a Climate Action Plan | Seek Professional to complete plan | N/A |
Energy - Buildings | Electrification Plan for Residents and Businesses Increase Town Density Improve energy efficiency Incentivize weatherization efforts | Develop baseline study & Plan for Electrification Reinforced infill priority in Town policy At least 10 community members participate in an EE effort or County weatherization program |
| Potential for MENVS Capstone Program projects in the future |
Other Goals
| Subject | Objective | Achievable Metrics | Action Steps | March 2023 Baseline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Energy - Buildings | 100% Renewable Electricity for Businesses | Solar Garden for Businesses Adopt Solar-Friendly Town Code |
| US Solar planning Request for Proposal Achieved SolSmart Silver Designation |
| Local Food Systems | Support Local Producers and Sellers | Participate in at least 8 Farmers Market Events |
| Farmers market Established and Strong Community Gardens run by Nederland Food Pantry |
| Watershed Health | Monitor and Protect the Watershed | Guardians of Nature Subcommittee write and adopts annual report | Partner with Boulder County, State of Colorado, City of Boulder | Ordinance 2021-11 Passed. Working on 2023 Guardians resolution |