Rensselaer County

Select the free Cornell Cooperative Extension Empower NY workshop that you'd like to attend, and find the next scheduled date on the chart below. Then, call the local contact listed for that workshop to reserve your seat in that class.  Questions?  Call your local contact, below.

*Making Ends Meet (MEM)

This workshop provides an overview of the process for developing and using a household spending plan. We also explore ways to maximize resources and reduce energy use. Participants will receive a free money management kit.

**Save Energy, Save Dollars (Energy)

Learn about low-cost and no-cost Strategies easily implemented by homeowners or renters to save energy and reduce energy bills. Also learn about programs that can help you afford energy-efficiency improvements with subsidies, low-interest loans, or free services to qualifying households. Participants will receive a free energy kit, including weatherstripping, shrink window insulation, outlet and light switch gaskets, and more.

***Exploring Credit/Debt Management Issues (Credit)

Information on selecting and using credit wisely are shared at this workshop. Also strategies for paying down debt, obtaining and reviewing a credit report, and understanding a credit score are presented. Participants receive free credit management tools.

Last Updated: January 31, 2012