By Jim Babcock

Wondering how to make your home and neighborhood more energy-efficient? Interested in getting solar and other clean energy projects off the ground, or in getting jobs in the industry?

You are invited to an informal town hall meeting about local and state clean energy initiatives and how they are translating into jobs in energy and sustainability. You will hear the latest from your elected officials and speakers from environmental groups advocating for clean energy. Afterwards, you'll have a chance to exchange ideas and opinions with the experts.

Date: Thursday August 25, 6:30 pm

Place: Big Hurt Brewhouse, 6801 W Cermak Rd., Berwyn

(corner of Oak Park Ave. and Cermak). *Appetizers and soft drinks furnished courtesy of the Sierra Club. Additional menu items available for purchase.

Speakers

· State Representative Lisa Hernandez and other elected officials

· Seven Generations Ahead, Sierra Club and other local environmental groups