Annual Eco Fair

City of Ames

Annual Eco Fair Set for March 24

For Ames residents interested in learning more about water conservation, reducing electric consumption, Energy Star appliances, low impact landscaping, shrinking their carbon footprint, getting involved in environmental issues, and more, the second annual Eco Fair has the answers! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 24, the Community Center Gymnasium, 515 Clark Ave., will be filled with booths, vendors, activities, and displays focusing on how residents can reduce, reuse, and recycle.

The Eco Fair promises an exciting, educational, and fun experience for all ages! Participants will have the opportunity to interact with vendors and learn about energy-saving products and services. The Eco Fair provides one-stop shopping for all types of conservation materials, vendor information, and energy-saving tips. Additionally, the event provides a broad array of conservation information including displays about the City of Ames’ Eco Smart programs, which include electricity, water, watershed, transportation, housing, and trash. Vendors and organizations from around the community and Iowa State University will be participating in the event. This is the second year for the Eco Fair, which replaces the annual Ames Electric Services Energy Fair.

“This is an exciting opportunity for our City of Ames departments to join together and share all the great conservation programs we offer. Additionally, we have many outside vendors attending the event to offer information about becoming a more environmentally friendly community,” said Steve Wilson, “The Energy Guy” with Ames Electric Services. “This year, we have an even better area for kids to explore and learn more about saving resources.”

The Eco Fair will give all participants a chance to see interesting displays, talk to vendors, play games, enjoy free food, and register for door prizes.