News Release of Dec 7, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Yvonne Lynott, Lynott & Associates,
303-460-8080, ylynott@lynottpr.com
Fourth Annual EarthWorks Expo Slated for May 22-23, 2010 in Denver
Invites exhibitors, sponsors and attendees interested in moving forward the global effort toward sustainability
DENVER, Colo., Dec. 7, 2009 – EarthWorks Expo, Denver’s most informative and empowering annual green-living event, announces that its fourth annual event takes place May 22-23, 2010 at the Denver Merchandise Mart. With over 140 green exhibitors, 50 workshops, special programs for children, live music and more, the 2010 EarthWorks Expo promises high quality, practical guidance in all aspects of sustainable living and working. Exhibitor booths and sponsorships are still available.
EarthWorks Expo
EarthWorks Expo is an authentically local event, organized exclusively by local citizens and featuring locally-based exhibitors representing premier Colorado-based green businesses and advocacy organizations. Keynote speakers and workshop presenters address topics based on the core vision of EarthWorks Expo: reducing society’s ecological footprint; relocalization (producing life’s essentials locally); and, greening of the economy
Primary subject areas include:
- Renewable energy
- Green transportation
- Green building
- Sustainable agriculture
- Green consumer products
- Resource conservation
“The need to focus upon the multiple challenges of sustainable living has never been greater or more urgent,” said Michael Lindemann, Expo Director. “EarthWorks Expo promises to bring to the people of Denver Metro, Boulder County and the Front Range a comprehensive showcase of practical tools, techniques and local solution-providers with a wealth of knowledge on living and working sustainably. It’s high time to take action, for the sake of ourselves and our loved ones, our collective future, and the health of the Earth.”
Keynote Speaker
John Michael Greer, author of 20 books, most recently, The Long Descent and The Ecotechnic Future will present his position on “The Long Road to the Green Future”. He will address how our own actions here and now, in light of growing energy constraints and climate change, can help plant the seeds of the green societies of the future.
Additional keynote speakers and workshops will be announced in coming weeks.
EarthWorks Expo Special Programs
EarthWorks Expo includes EarthKids, a full schedule of green learning activities for children. Kids can experience hands-on games and projects that build understanding in the areas of sustainability, the environment, conflict resolution and cool green science. A Green Careers Forum will assist job seekers, students and business owners in understanding the many opportunities to be found in Colorado’s growing green economy.
EarthWorks Expo 2010 takes place at the Denver Merchandise Mart, located at 451 E. 58th Avenue in Denver. Ticket prices range from $5.00 to $12.00 and may be purchased at the door. General admission allows unlimited access to the exhibit halls plus all the workshops and keynote speakers on the day of ticket purchase. Exhibitor booths and sponsorships are available. Visit EarthWorks Expo 2010 for more details.
About EarthWorks Expo
Founded in 2006, EarthWorks Expo has become Denver’s biggest annual green-living event. The mission is to promote sustainable quality of life and economic vitality for the citizens and small businesses of Denver Metro, Boulder and the Front Range by advancing green values, knowledge and practical solutions in the areas of renewable energy, green building, green transportation, sustainable agriculture, resource conservation, environmental stewardship and Earth-friendly consumer behavior. For more information, visit: http://www.earthworks2010.com or call Michael Lindemann at 970-416-8700. |
