7th Annual Clean Energy Fair, sponsored by MREA (Montana Renewable Energy Association).
Saturday Sept 16, 9AM-4PM, Pioneer Park (adjacent the public library), Helena MT
This highly successful event, now in its seventh year, is a great way to learn about renewable energy resources that work well in our state. Worth the trip, and designed to engage the whole family!
Free event, fun for all ages. Workshops on solar, wind, alternative fuel vehicles, energy efficiency; exhibits by clean energy businesses; and an electric car show. Plus food vendors and kids’ activities, including a chance to build and race a model solar car! For the full schedule visit: http://
*Workshop Topics*
– Solar Electricity Basics
– Large-Scale Solar and Wind
– Creating a Visible Public Demonstration Project
– Renewable Energy Policy
– Electric Vehicles Show-and-Tell
– Selecting a Solar Contractor
– Batteries and Energy Storage
– Financing and Incentives
– Solar Air and Water Heating
– Renewable Energy and Building Energy Efficiency
– Community Solar
– Off-Grid Living
*Kids Activities*
– Solar Car Assembly and Racing
– Hands-on Wind and Solar activities
– Solar Cooking
– Recycled Art Projects
– Plus: bouncy castle, face painting, coloring and drawing station
