HealthLink hosts energy roundtable

PEABODY-HealthLink, the North Shore’s most active environmental and public health advocacy group, will host a free public forum on renewable energy on Oct. 25.The Essex County Renewable Energy Roundtable will be held in Jubilee Hall at the Torigian Life Center, 79 Central St., from 5:30-8:30 p.m.According to HealthLink spokesman Martha Dansdill, participants can learn about local projects that are reducing dependence on costly fossil fuel and incorporating innovative, sustainable and efficient clean energy.Guest speakers will include Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll, who will highlight the progress her city has made in terms of renewable energy initiatives. Marybeth Campbell from the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative will explain how the organization offers support, funding and expertise in launching renewable energy projects. Other panelists are slated to discuss wind and solar power projects on the North Shore as well as geothermal installations.The roundtable provides an opportunity to network with project leaders and members of renewable energy committees in towns and cities throughout Essex County, Dansdill said.To sign up for the event, call HealthLink at 781-598-1115.HealthLink is also preparing for its 10th anniversary party and fundraiser on Nov. 8, tentatively scheduled at the Lyceum Bar and Grill on Church Street in Salem.Many area businesses and friends of the organization have contributed items to the upcoming silent auction, including two Red Sox tickets with seats behind home plate, a weekend getaway at a Marblehead bed and breakfast, original artwork, and assorted gift certificates. The party will feature light fare and cash bar.To reserve a seat at the fundraising event, send a tax-deductible donation of $50 to HealthLink, P.O. Box 301, Swampscott, MA 01907 or to sign up online to www.healthlink.org.