The Green Scene

Hacienda Business Park and the City of Pleasanton will be hosting the Pleasanton Green Scene Fair to help employees and residents go green in their personal and work lifestyles.

Many people want to green their lives but aren’t sure where to start.  What actions have the biggest payback?  What new technologies and programs are available to reduce energy and water consumption and lessen the daily commute?  Where can I find a certified green builder?  Are electric vehicles a viable option?

Six degrees of green

The answers will be on display on Thursday, October 21, from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.  Held at the CarrAmerica Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Drive, the Green Scene Fair has been specifically designed to make it convenient for nearby employees and residents to attend.  The event will feature exhibitors specializing in six main green categories: 

• Energy Efficiency 
• Water Conservation 
• Waste Reduction 
• Commute Alternatives 
• Healthy Homes 
• Healthy Living 

What exhibitors will be here

Attendees can learn from 75 different exhibitors about the latest in solar technology, non-toxic paints and cleaning supplies, sustainable building materials, energy efficiency & rebates, eco-friendly landscaping, high efficiency fixtures, electronic waste disposal, ridesharing and vanpools, and the latest in hybrid and electric vehicles. Representatives from PG&E, StopWaste, BART, California Academy of Science, SunPower, Kohler,and REI and many other organizations will be on hand to provide information on their products, services and latest programs. See all exhibitors… 

Raffle prizes, treasure map and more

A treasure hunt and raffle of green-related prizes will add an element of fun and reward.  Lunch will be available from caterers of organic and sustainably harvested foods.  And demonstration hybrid technology buses from LAVTA will be providing shuttle service throughout the business park during the event to cut down on personal driving and parking.

Test drive & check out the latest in electric vehicles

While at the event you can test drive a Segway personal transportation device, or gear up an electric bicycle or experience a Trikke body-powered and electric ultra-light personal transporters for the ultimate experience in transportation, fitness and fun! Tesla Motors will be showing off their 234 mpg all-electric roadster and Dublin Honda will preview their new CR-Z sport hybrid coupe. Driving will never be the same again!

Climate Action Plan

The fair is an offshoot of Pleasanton’s Green Scene program, itself part of the effort to develop a climate action plan for the whole community.  “We’re focused on providing information to the community so folks can make informed decisions on greening their businesses and homes.” notes Laura Ryan, Pleasanton’s Manager of Energy and Sustainability.  “Everyone wants to do the right thing, but if you want to change people’s behavior, you have to make it easy for them—little steps lead to a big solution.”