The 15th Michigan Renewable Energy Fair, held on June 26-27 at the Ingham County Fairgrounds, had 1,175 attendees, 72 exhibitors, and 30 workshops. Approximately 60 persons attended the kick-off meeting of the Michigan Solar Users Network and heard solar stories from Dave Strenski, Dave Friedrichs, and Dave Konkle. Fair highlights included an electric vehicle showcase and keynote speeches by Patrick King, VP Suniva, and Skip Pruss, former director of the Michigan energy department. The latest information on renewable energy and a good time were shared by all who attended.
American Solar Energy Society’s (ASES) National Solar Home Tour, the world’s largest grassroots solar event, will be Saturday, October 3. GLREA, the Michigan state chapter of ASES, assists volunteers who organize local tours. Now in its 20th year, this event offers an opportunity to tour innovative green homes and buildings to see how solar energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable technologies reduce monthly utility bills and help our environment. If you would like your home to be on a tour, contact me at johnsarver3@gmail.com.
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