Renewable Energy Stampede & Green Living Fair

SALADO, Texas--- A stampede is coming to Salado this spring, the Renewable Energy Stampede & Green Living Fair is brought to North Central Texas by organizers with over 25 years experience in renewable energy and healthy green living and 10 years of fair organizing. Festivals co-organized by TREIA and TXSES have rallied exhibitors, sponsors and returning fair goers for unparalleled events connecting businesses and customers for sustainable, healthy green living solutions sought by Texans. The April 17 & 18 fair is located at the Salado Civic Center, 601 N. Main. St. in Salado, tickets are $10 Saturday, $7 Sunday, and $15 for the weekend while children under 12 are free.

The Stampede showcases eco-friendly products, green energy services and renewable energy resources from a growing number of Texas-wide companies. Texans will find a format that is interactive, entertaining and informative. The fair special activities includes:

· Workshops: Ontility Solar Electric Systems, Cathy Redson Green Jobs What and Where to Get Them

· Panel Discussions: State and Federal Rebate Information, Water Needs

· Keynote Speakers: LaVerne Williams, Texas Green Building Pioneer, James Vaughan, 1st LEED Certified Chamber of Commerce Building

· Live Music

· Kid’s Learning Activities: Build & Race a solar car, Build a solar oven and cook s'mores

· Healthy Cooking Demos & Natural, Organic Food Cafés

Hear about state and national rebate opportunities for green energy savings while planning for sustainable living needs. Explore solutions that meet the needs of our changing green energy needs and smart grid oriented economy. This two-day event will showcase eco-friendly products and renewable energy solutions that help preserve our environment.

“People are looking for choices that are recyclable, renewable, and reusable. When options are available, people tend to lean towards a green lifestyle that is organic; sustainable; locally produced; energy efficient; and less toxic,” said Russel Smith, Executive Director of the Texas Renewable Energy Industries Association and co- organizer. “The fair provides an outlet for community members to gain invaluable information and resources that can benefit future quality of life.”

The 1st Annual Renewable Energy Stampede is co-organized by Texas Renewable Energy Industries Association and Texas Solar Energy Society, in cooperation with the Village of Salado and the Texas Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association. Event proceeds benefit TREIA and TXSES, two non-profits striving to increase understanding and awareness of renewable energy applications and promote their wide use. For more details log on to www.renewablestampede.org or call 877-376-8638 or email info@renewablestampede.org.