If you are looking for new ideas for how to be more green, check out a local green fair. While Green fairs vary greatly in size, you can be sure that all of the organzations are concerned about and arebcommitted to the environment.
If you go to a green fair, chances are that you will find volunteer organizations, green companies, entertainment, and people wishing to inform you of ecologically sound practices. There may even be drop off sites for specific recycleables but be sure to check ahead.
Whether it is finding out what is recycleable in your community or discovering ways to compost in your garden, you can be sure to find out how to be a better steward of the Earth. At a recent green fair, I was able to speak with the proud owner of a Nissan Leaf. I was able to not only check out the car, but to also find out that they have never run out of battery power, which is a concern of many potential electric vehicle drivers. There is also little maintenance. Good bye oil changes! The next time I purchase a car, I will seriously consider electric.
Education at green fairs is fantastic, but one must act on that knowledge in order to help our planet. When attending a green fair, there may be companies promoting their environmentally ethical practices and products. These companies are great for helping families and organizations improve their environmental impact. The also supplement a person's ability to do it yourself. At my house, I was able to install our rain barrel, but I would prefer to hire a certified company to place solar panels on our roof. A green fair is a great opportunity to shop for environmentally friendly products and services, and all under one roof.
If you missed your local green fairs, don't be disappointed. Most are annual and depending on where you live, there may be several held nearby.
What was the best thing you saw or learned about at a green fair?
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