Cloe Waterfield, MS, of TwentyFifty, LLC, Naples, was recently awarded a contract for Energy Educational Outreach Services by the city of Naples to implement an energy program under grant funding from the Florida Energy and Climate Commission. Through workshops and a voluntary green business program, the initiative will help educate and empower residents and businesses to cut energy use and incorporate resource minimization actions into their everyday lives and operations.

Since moving here from the United Kingdom 14 years ago and establishing her own consulting firm focusing on sustainability and climate change, Waterfield has implemented greenhouse gas emissions inventories and reduction plans for Collier County; the cities of Naples, Sarasota and North Port; Lee County; The Conservancy of Southwest Florida; and Pelican Bay.

"I commend the city of Naples as it continues its efforts to be the green jewel of our area," says Waterfield. "This is an opportunity for residents and businesses to learn hands-on energy savings in order to save money, reduce the use of fossil fuel and be better environmental stewards."

For more info, call 239-248-7101 or visit Twenty-Fifty.com.

Melanie Nickels, owner of Raw Hair Organics, in Naples, recently conducted organic haircoloring training sessions for hairstylists that attended the American Board Certified Haircolorists Energizing Summit Show, in Los Angeles.

“So many people are unaware that there are options to using traditional hair color with ammonia in it,” says Nickels. She has become an industry leader in this movement and is sharing her knowledge and experience with others to help provide a healthier salon environment.

Location: 4156 Tamiami Trail N. For more information or to make an appointment, call 239-206-0939 or visit RawHairOrganics.com.