10th Annual Sustainability Day and Green Living Fair
Date and Time:
Friday, Sept. 25
1:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location:
Barrington Student Union, SUNY Potsdam
Event Highlights:
- Electric Vehicle Car Show: Explore various electric vehicle makes and models, engage with EV owners about their experiences, and participate in test drives.
- Workshops: Over a dozen workshops from 2 PM – 6 PM, focusing on energy conservation and climate readiness.
- Exhibitors: More than 30 organizations sharing information on local food, energy conservation, and sustainable practices.
Featured EVs:
- Chevy Bolt EV and EUV
- Chevy Equinox EV
- Ford E-Transit (with electric excavator)
- Ford F-150 Lightning
- Hyundai Ioniq 5
- Tesla Model 3
- Toyota bZ
Food: Local food trucks available throughout the event.
Exhibitor Highlights:
- Energy and Environment:
- Barstow Motors
- Bill Rapp Chevrolet of Ogdensburg
- Clarkson University Home Energy Awareness Training
- North Country Clean Energy Hub
- Land Use and Farming:
- Birdsfoot Farm
- Potsdam Food Co-op
- Community Organizations:
- League of Women Voters of St. Lawrence County
- Nature Up North
- Potsdam Public Library
Goals:
The fair aims to help attendees:
- Save money
- Create jobs
- Reduce emissions
- Adapt to climate conditions
Sponsors:
- WISER Center at SUNY Potsdam
- Siemens Energy
- Local Living Venture
Additional Information:
- Free event: Open to the public with no admission fee.
- Parking: Available, check the event website.
- Contact: For questions, reach out at GreenLivingNNY@gmail.com.
For a full schedule and more details, visit NoCoPEACS or find us on Facebook @NoCoPEACS.
