Conservation Strategies with PG&E: Wildlife and Energy (Santa Maria)(Grower)

This two part tailgate will give you hands on assistance with your PG&E bill and highlight bird diversity in the vineyard. Plus, you can go home with a FREE owl box from our Owl Safety Program thanks to a charitable grant from Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Click here to order a box online.

Register Onsite

February 19, 2013

8:30 am registration and refreshments
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Byron Winery
5250 Tepusquet Road
Santa Maria, California 93454

Conservation Practices Strengthen Ecosystem Services in Central Coast Vineyards

Mark Browning, The Barn Owl Box Company
Mike Best, Avian Protection Plan Program Manager, Pacific Gas and Electric Company

Recently, several studies provide information on the influence of vineyard management practices on bird assemblages in the vineyard ecosystem. This talk will highlight bird diversity and reproductive success, birds as beneficials, bird use of roosting and nesting boxes, and the value of maintaining individual oak trees in central coast vineyards. Agro-ecosystems play a critical role in sustaining biological diversity.

The Bottom Line: 5 Ways You Can Reduce Your Energy Costs

PG&E Representative

This is an interactive workshop to help PG&E customers reduce their energy costs. You will learn about PG&E tools and programs that can help you reduce your energy costs –from rate analysis (being on the best rate for your operation) and energy efficiency to Demand Response and time-of-use management. Bring your account or meter number for hands on assistance.