Jul 26: Fossil-free Energy Fair

The theme of the fair is “Energizing for a Sustainable Future,” and it will feature an exclusive video address by Bill McKibben, co-founder of 350.org, a website dedicated to reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

The keynote speaker is Robert Hinds, professor emeritus from SRU.  He will talk about the move to renewable energy and its importance.

John Golden from the SEA will speak on the economic benefits of sustainable energy enterprises.

Music with T. Mitchell Bell and Sam Gianetti

Children's activities will be provided by the Jennings Environmental Education Center

Entertainment will include films, live music and a clown

Free hot dogs, cooked with solar generated power, will be featured

Exhibitors, such as solar installers, energy choice suppliers, electric cars and others will be on hand to talk about and display their products and services

11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Slippery Rock University's Advanced Technology & Science Hall (ATS).  Free and open to the public.  You can RSVP on the Facebook event page.