April 1, 2008

• Film gives tips on saving money

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A free Earth Day showing of "Kilowatt Ours," a documentary about energy-related problems and cost-saving solutions, will be presented by the Green Initiative at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, in the UAB Hill University Center's Alumni Auditorium, 1400 University Blvd. The community is invited and the event is free. Free pizza will be served after the film. For information e-mail the group at UABgreen@gmail.com.

Follow filmmaker Jeff Barrie in his documentary "Kilowatt Ours" as he journeys across the United States to reveal energy-related problems and present practical, cost-saving solutions and ways to improve the environment. Barrie addresses some of the most urgent modern environmental problems: mountain top removal, global warming, air pollution, childhood asthma and mercury contamination. The film illustrates a new vision for American energy usage, shows how to reduce energy bills and advocates clean, renewable power sources as alternatives. The documentary was named the 2007 winner at the Southern Appalachia International Film Festival and was named the 2007 Conservation Educator of the Year by the Tennessee Wildlife Federation. For more information, visit www.KilowattOurs.org.

The Green Initiative at UAB promotes environmental and energy conservation throughout UAB and the surrounding community. The group's goal is to promote awareness about protecting the health of the planet by facilitating eco-sustaining practices. Membership is free and open to the community. For information e-mail the group at UABgreen@gmail.com.