Going Green Tampa Bay 2009

The University of South Florida, the Planning Commission, and TECO thank the 2,500 sponsors, vendors, and attendees who participated in the 2009 Going Green Tampa Bay EXPO.  Thanks to you we are helping network local citizens, businesses and agencies working to promote a sustainable future.

We hope you will all join us for the 2010 Going Green Tampa Bay EXPO.  Check back in early 2010 for information on how to sponsor or exhibit at the event.

When:      Fri., Oct. 9 from 1 pm -5 pm & Sat., Oct. 10  from 9 am to 4 pm
Where:     USF Tampa Campus – Marshall Student Center
Cost:         FREE
Who:        EVERYONE who wants to build a more sustainable future!

Check out these FREE workshops!

The Going Green Tampa Bay EXPO 2009 is designed to focus on sustainability issues and opportunities that face the Tampa Bay area, showing the nation and the world that our region a viable place to grow a sustainable business or industry.  The 2009 EXPO will showcase sustainable products and services as well as information about creating a more sustainable Tampa Bay area.  The EXPO will also feature ways we all can do our part to live more sustainably and reduce our impact on our environment.

Formal exhibits and workshops will take place inside the Marshall Student Center (left) while a small business Marketplace along with solar exhibits and eco-vehicles can be found around the beautiful Marshall Student Center grounds.  Fun for the young and young-at-heart as well as local restaurants will be part of the Expo.

The EXPO will:

• Showcase goods, services, information and ideas about renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable design, resource efficient development and green building
• Foster growth of local sustainable product lines and services
• Stimulate community-wide interest in sustainability, and jump start actions to avert climate change
• Highlight sustainability-related career opportunities
• Provide family fun and interactive activities to explore
  

  

• Provide food from local restaurants

This years EXPO is being held in conjunction with the 4th Annual Campus and Community Sustainability Conference.  Working together, we are bringing the best and brightest in sustainability to Tampa for this Earth changing event.

Over 3,000 people visited the 2008 EXPO.

Don’t miss this one!

2009 Green EXPO Workshop Schedule (downloadable PDF File)

All workshops are FREE to attend thanks to our sponsors.

FRIDAY

1:00-2:00 Composting with The Earth Machine!
Learn how to compost using The Earth Machine http://www.earthmachine.com
Presenter:  Adam Schlacter, The Earth Machine
Location:  Topiari Bull/Crescent Hill Area (Outdoor)

2:00-2:30 Green Switch
Come see a demonstration of the Green Switch, http://Florida.GreenSwitch.tv/,
The product is an idle current and power saving device.   The presentation will feature a “mini” home to show how all the power draining components and thermostats can be switched to save energy and money.
Presenter: Virginia Grabowski, Green Earth Group
Location:  The Plaza Room (#2708)

2:30-3:30 Organic Certification: The Current Regulatory Environment
What businesses need to know if they are considering the organic marketplace!
Presenter: Rick Martinez, Founder and Executive Director, Sweetwater Organic Community Farm
Location:  The Hillsborough Room (#2709)

SATURDAY

11:00-11:30 Green with Envy
Learn how to “Green” Your Business
Presenters: Thomas Snelling and Jack Bevilacqua, City of Tampa, Growth Management and Development Services
Location:  The Plaza Room (#2708)

11:30-12:00 Residential Recycling in Hillsborough County
This workshop will provide information regarding Hillsborough County’s curbside and drop-off recycling programs including how to get started recycling at home and answers to many frequently asked questions.
Presenter:  Katie Brown, Waste Reduction Specialist, Hillsborough County Solid Waste Department
Location:  The Hillsborough Room (#2709)

12:00-12:30 Green Switch
Come see a demonstration of the Green Switch, http://Florida.GreenSwitch.tv/,
The product is an idle current and power saving device.   The presentation will feature a “mini” home to show how all the power draining components and thermostats can be switched to save energy and money.
Presenter: Virginia Grabowski, Green Earth Group
Location:  The Plaza Room (#2708)

12:30-1:00 Chipotle Guacamole Cooking Demonstration
Location:  Chipotle Booth (see Exhibition Map for specific location)

1:00-2:00 Waterwise
Learn Florida-friendly landscaping principles, water conservation tips, and micro/drip-irrigation.  Hillsborough County households will receive a coupon for one free micro-irrigation starter kit (limit one per household and only those that have NOT previously attended a Water-Wise workshop).  Coupons can be redeemed for the kit at the Extension office in Seffner, FL.
Presenter: Maria Carver, Water-Wise Program Coordinator, Hillsborough County Extension
Location:  The Plaza Room (#2708)

2:00-3:00 Rain Barrels
Learn how Rain Barrels can reduce stormwater runoff and decrease the use of potable water for your landscape! Hillsborough County households attending this workshop will receive a coupon for one free rain barrel (limit one per household and only for those households that have NOT previously attended a Rain Barrel workshop.) Coupons can be redeemed for the rain barrel at the Extension office in Seffner, FL.  The 55-gallon barrel includes an installed spigot.
Presenter: Lynn Barber, IFAS, Hillsborough County Extension
Location:  The Hillsborough Room (#2709)

3:00-3:30 Green with Envy
Learn how to “Green” Your Business
Presenters: Thomas Snelling and Jack Bevilacqua, City of Tampa, Growth Management and Development Services
Location:  The Plaza Room (#2708)

Congratulations to the winners!

First Place:
Shreya Chidarala (8th grade)
Teacher:  Ms.Susan Ellis
Young Middle Magnet School, Tampa, FL

Second Place:
Elaine Hou (8th grade)
Teacher:  Susan Ellis
Young Middle Magnet School, Tampa, FL

Third Place:
Maggie Bitter (7th grade)
Teacher:  Mrs. Baten
Martinez Middle School, Lutz, FL

Honorable Mention:

Heather Berto 8th Grade
Teacher:  Ms. Susan Ellis
Young Middle Magnet School, Tampa, FL

Courtney Hebard (7th grade)
Teacher:  Mrs. Baten
Martinez Middle School, Lutz, FL

Brittany Marin (8th Grade)
Teacher:  Mrs. Allen
Burnett Middle School, Seffner, FL

Rebecca Stephens (7th Grade)
Teacher:  Ms. Biernacki
Tomlin Middle School, Plant City, FL

Presenting Sponsors

Partners

Florida Partner

Great Blue Heron Sponsors

Manatee Sponsors

You can help us get the word out about the October 9-10, 2009 Going Green Tampa Bay EXPO by distributing this new poster to friends, family, and coworkers.  You can send them a link to this website,  www.GoingGreenTampaBay.com,  or simply sign them up for a free subscription using the email box on the left.

If you have access to a bulletin board at your office, park, recreation center, or school, please print one out and hang it up.  We really need a grassroots campaign to get volunteers, exhibitors, speakers, and attendees.

A high resolution version is here.

To get more information or to volunteer, use our Contact page.

Thanks again for your support!