9:30 a.m. Show Me The Money: 10 Simple Sustainability Steps presented by Terry Gips, Alliance for Sustainability
This fun, informative and play-filled presentation will show how you can save $9,343 a year from one lifestyle change and easily save $1,000 with a 100-fold return on your investment from a simple purchase. We'll answer your questions and show you how you can Go Green and Save Green.

11 a.m. Steps to a Better Tomorrow Building and Energy Efficiency presented by Ryan Ross, The Great North Team
Our entire project centers around Building and Energy efficiency. We will be talking about how it can influence society on a global, national, and local scale. We will focus on specific aspects of our conundrum. Some highlights of our presentation will be us analyzing solutions such as building designs, and basic improvements that could be made around the world. At the end of our presentation we will be handing out brochures on our topic.

1 p.m. Home Energy Audits: Gateway to Energy and Money Savings presented by Amber Viehauser, CenterPoint Energy  
CenterPoint Energy's independent, certified energy auditor will discuss the benefits of a home energy audit, the various tools used, expected reports  and examples of low cost, quick-fix and long term recommendations for home improvements that will get the most energy and money savings for the investment.

2:30 p.m. Monitor Your Energy Use to Save Energy and Dollars presented by Rebecca Lundberg, Powerfully Green
Learn how those kilowatt hours add up, and see how simple energy habits impact your electric bill. Lights, movies, electric vehicles, and making your own energy. Saving energy saves money!

4:30 p.m. Home Energy Audits: Gateway to Energy and Money Savings presented by Amber Viehauser, CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy's independent, certified energy auditor will discuss the benefits of a home energy audit, the various tools used, expected reports  and examples of low cost, quick-fix and long term recommendations for home improvements that will get the most energy and money savings for the investment.

6 p.m. Monitor Your Energy Use to Save Energy and Dollars presented by Rebecca Lundberg, Powerfully Green
Learn how those kilowatt hours add up, and see how simple energy habits impact your electric bill. Lights, movies, electric vehicles, and making your own energy. Saving energy saves money!

9:30 a.m. Minnesota GreenCorps presented by Sara Fechtelkotter and Anna Arkin, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Minnesota GreenCorps is a statewide AmeriCorps program in which members commit to a year of service with a selected host site organization. Members work on issues related to energy conservation, green infrastructure, living green outreach, or waste/recycling. Hear from current and former members about their experience as MN GreenCorps members, and about larger opportunities to volunteer for the environment.

11 a.m. Our organic Garden presented by Kent Linder, Open Arms Open Arms of Minnesota
Learn about the work of Open Arms of Minnesota and our organic garden, called Open Farms. Open Arms delivers meals to people with illness in the Metro area, and we are a volunteer-powered organization. Our Farm Director, Ben Penner, will share information about organic farming, and about our project specifically.

1 p.m. Minnesota Retiree Environmental Technical Assistance Program (RETAP) presented by Rick Person, RETAP
Since RETAPs inception in 2001, over 200 Minnesota businesses and institutions have benefited from RETAP facility assessments. Each assessment yields a written report tailored for the client identifying high priority recommendations and estimated financial and environmental savings. Average savings from implementation of RETAP recommendations is over $11,000 per year per client.

2:30 p.m. Monitor the Health of Your Lake or Stream presented by Laurie Sovell and Courtney Ahlers-Nelson, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Citizen Monitoring Program
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agencys (MPCA) Citizen Monitoring Programs combine citizen involvement with MPCA expertise. This presentation will provide background on the Citizen Lake and Stream Monitoring Programs, describe volunteer data use, demonstrate the Citizen Monitoring Report tool, and have an audience member measure stream transparency with a Secchi tube.

4:30 p.m. Minnesota GreenCorps presented by Simon Helgeson and Renee Van Siclen, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Minnesota GreenCorps is a statewide AmeriCorps program in which members commit to a year of service with a selected host site organization. Members work on issues related to energy conservation, green infrastructure, living green outreach, or waste/recycling. Hear from current and former members about their experience as MN GreenCorps members, and about larger opportunities to volunteer for the environment.

6 p.m. Minnesota GreenCorps presented by Michelle Beaulieu and Brett Cease, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Minnesota GreenCorps is a statewide AmeriCorps program in which members commit to a year of service with a selected host site organization. Members work on issues related to energy conservation, green infrastructure, living green outreach, or waste/recycling. Hear from current and former members about their experience as MN GreenCorps members, and about larger opportunities to volunteer for the environment.

9:30 a.m. Transforming Waste to Wearables: Who Knew your Old Stuff Could Look So Good? presented by Anita Stech, Cut Loose Creations  
From the bottoms of drawers and backs of our closets lurk shirts begging to be remade into clothing and accessories that will again be proudly worn.  Cut Loose Creations transforms gently used shirts into new fashions and invites you to come see how old shirts get a whole new life.

11 a.m. Arc’s Value Village Recycled Fashion presented by Dolo Egger, The Arc Greater Twin Cities  
Arc's Value Village Thrift Stores sales provide more than 40 percent of The Arc Greater Twin Cities' funding. The Arc provides programs and services for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their families. For more than 65 years The Arc has been helping people create more possibilities in their lives.

1 p.m. Skylark dry cleaning presented by Michael Guest
This interactive talk will begin with a brief overview of the history of dry cleaning and the industry’s evolution. Learn more about the current state of dry cleaning and environmental efforts underway to reduce harmful chemicals. This talk will help Minnesota fairgoers become better educated consumers, including what questions to ask their local dry cleaner to ensure toxic-free cleaning. Plus there will be fun facts and prizes on a stick!

2:30 p.m. Transforming Waste to Wearables: who knew your Old Stuff Could Look So Good? presented by Anita Stech, Cut Loose Creations  
From the bottoms of drawers and backs of our closets lurk shirts begging to be remade into clothing and accessories that will again be proudly worn.  Cut Loose Creations transforms gently used shirts into new fashions and invites you to come see how old shirts get a whole new life.

4:30 & 6 p.m. Everything Old is New Again presented by Mary Anderson, American Sewing Guild
Give your wardrobe new life and your budget a boost by remaking fabulous finds from thrift stores - it's easy with a little imagination. Keep the clothing items you love in tip-top shape by brushing up on your mending skills. Have kids? Discover budget friendly ideas to keep them well-dressed!

9:30 a.m. ENERGY STAR: Behind the Label presented by Melissa Hulting, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Energy Star makes it easy for consumers to identify and purchase energy-efficient products to protect the environment and save money, but what does the label really mean?  How does a product get the Energy Star label?  Get the story behind the label and why you should look for Energy Star!

11a.m. Creating a Healthier Home Environment presented by Joshua Miller, Minnesota Department of Health  
Learn how to inspect your own home to create a healthier living environment for you and your family.
             
1 p.m. Not All Plastics Are Created Equal presented by Deb Anderson, By-The-Yard
Not all plastic is created equal.  Watch a demonstration and learn the process of making plastic lumber from recycled plastic milk jugs.  How is the "furniture grade" different from the decking and what should you be looking for?

2:30 p.m. Energy Saving Ideas For New and Existing Home and Kitchen Appliances presented by Warners’ Stellian Appliances
A representative of Warners' Stellian will explain the benefits of energy- and water-saving appliances, including Energy Star refrigerators, washers, freezers and dishwashers but also ways to save energy while cooking on a stove, microwave or cooktop (not rated by Energy Star) or while using a clothes dryer.

4:30 p.m. Solar Options and Economics-How to Assess a Building for Solar presented by Todd Fink
Is solar a wise move? This depends on your enegy use, how much you pay for it, what your roof and property look like and other site traits. Learn solar siting and econmics in this session.

6 p.m. ENERGY STAR: Behind the Label presented by Melissa Hulting, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Energy Star makes it easy for consumers to identify and purchase energy-efficient products to protect the environment and save money, but what does the label really mean?  How does a product get the Energy Star label?  Get the story behind the label and why you should look for Energy Star!

9:30 a.m. Water Sense: A Labeling and Partnership Program for Water Efficiency presented by Cary McElhinney, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
WaterSense, a partnership program by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, seeks to protect the future of our nation's water supply by offering people a simple way to use less water with water-efficient products, new homes, and services.

11 a.m. SEWERMAN! presented by David Legvold, Minnesota Waters
SEWERMAN  takes you into the disgusting world of what goes into our storm and sanitary sewers. Using water to get rid of what we do not want anymore requires that we clean it up too. "You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll plug your nose, you'll hurl" is SEWERMAN'S motto. In addition the audience will meet the Superhero of Sanitary Sewer Science: Thomas Crapper.

1 p.m. Water Efficiency Inside and Out presented by Tim Mahoony, Water in Motion 
Tim will talk about simple (and not as simple) things you can do inside and outside your home to conserve water.  Join us to find out how to stop that drip, drip, drip.

2:30 p.m. H20 for life: What can you do to change the world? presented by Patty Hall, H20 for Life
H2O for Life- raising awareness of the global water crisis through local and global action.  Students will learn how to make a difference in the world. H2O for Life schools focus on meaningful local concerns, and help fund safe water and sanitation for children around the world. Campaign phrases that could be used:  Tap into Tap water; Put a Drop in the Bucket; Walk for Water

4:30 p.m. SEWERMAN! presentd by David Legvold, Minnesota Waters
SEWERMAN  takes you into the disgusting world of what goes into our storm and sanitary sewers. Using water to get rid of what we do not want anymore requires that we clean it up too. "You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll plug your nose, you'll hurl" is SEWERMAN'S motto. In addition the audience will meet the Superhero of Sanitary Sewer Science: Thomas Crapper.

6:00 p.m. Water Efficiency Inside and Out presented by Tim Mahoony, Water in Motion
Tim will talk about simple (and not as simple) things you can do inside and outside your home to conserve water.  Join us to find out how to stop that drip, drip, drip.

9:30 a.m. Contaminants of Emerging Concern presented by Michele Ross, Minnesota Department of Health
Learn about the Minnesota Department of Health’s program that evaluates contaminants of emerging concern (CECs) and learn how to reduce your exposure to these chemicals and environmental impact from activities in and around the home.

11 a.m. Sustainable Stormwater Management presented by Jon Schoetke, County Materials
Permeable paver systems filter storm water and minimize pollutants from reaching lakes, rivers and streams. Join Jon Schroetke from County Materials on the Sustainability Stage to learn how permeable paver patios, driveways and sidewalks can increase natural site filtration, comply with shoreline regulations, and offer environmentally-friendly landscaping solutions.

1 p.m. Permeable Pavers for Stormwater Management presented by Tim Oberg, MNLA
Stormwater management is important to our eco-system. Permeable paver systems are a best management practice that can help keep our lakes and stream clean and free from pollution.

2:30 p.m. Minnesota Drinking Water Taste Test presented by Stew Thornley, Minnesota Department of Health
Tap water is great in Minnesota. Come and watch as the state's best-tasting water is selected by a panel of judges. The program will include information on tap water in Minnesota, how it's treated, what's done to ensure its safety, how it compares to bottled water, and the audience will have the chance to ask questions and interact with members of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Section of American Water Works Association.

4:30 p.m. The Magnificent Macroinvertebrates presented by Kim Laing, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Aquatic macroinvertebrates are tiny creatures that have no backbone and are visible to the naked eye. Come find out more about where they live and what they eat. Let us share how macroinvertebrates help us identify healthy water, and how the they are doing in the Credit River.

6 p.m. Clearwater Band: Music with an Environmental Theme
Clearwater is an acoustic trio that performs folk, bluegrass and a mix of easy listening songs. With an interest in protecting our environment, Clearwater performs many songs with environmental themes, including a few original songs. Come and sing along with Clearwater.

9:30 a.m. Asthma and Air Quality presented by Wendy Brunner, Minnesota Department of Health and Cassie McMahon, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Learn about how air pollution impacts asthma, a common lung disease that can be diagnosed at any age. Air pollution can trigger asthma episodes that make breathing difficult.  Find out what you can do to reduce pollution and health effects on bad air days.

11 a.m. Burn Barrels presented by Henry Fisher, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Learn what the big fuss is about with burning your garbage today. Get the latest facts on the impacts garbage burning has on your health and our environment.  Also learn about the creative steps some rural Minnesota counties are taking to provide convenient but affordable waste disposal while reducing the number of households who burn their waste.

1 p.m. Fireplace maintenance presented by Gary  Wilkening, Wilkening Fireplace Co.
Proper maintenance of your fireplace and using dry wood makes a huge difference in the amount of particles and smoke your fireplace produces.  Find out how to keep your fireplace in tip top shape.

2:30 p.m. Asthma and Air Quality presented by Wendy Brunner, Minnesota Department of Health and Cassie McMahon, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Learn about how air pollution impacts asthma, a common lung disease that can be diagnosed at any age. Air pollution can trigger asthma episodes that make breathing difficult.  Find out what you can do to reduce pollution and health effects on bad air days.

4:30 p.m. Would You Like to Burn Wood?John Seltz, Minneosota Pollution Control Agency
As fossil fuels have increased in price, many have turned to burning wood logs and pellets for home heating. This presentation will focus on the air pollutants generated when wood is burned, review upcoming regulations, and conclude with recommendations for those thinking of using wood as a fuel.

6 p.m. Status of the Emerald Ash Borer In Minnesota presented by Mark Abrahamson, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
First discovered in Minnesota in 2009, the emerald ash borer is a non-native invasive insect that threatens to destroy all of Minnesota's 1 billion ash trees. MN Dept of Ag entomologist Mark Abrahamson discusses the history of EAB, how to identify infested trees, and what to do if your tree is infested.

9:30 a.m. Sing Along With Your Compost and Rain Barrel  presented by Larry Johnson, Key of See Storytellers
Learn everything you need to know about composting, creative reuse, caring water usage, and cash-saving walks to work. Tap your toes and sing along with Tyler the Earthworm; Tap your brain with Larry's stories and music played on heavy metal recycled water faucet, french shoe horn bubble trumpet, and others rescued from the landfill.

11 a.m. St. Paul District Energy  presented by Jo  Boyer
Renewable fuels. What are they? Why are they important? How can renewables be integrated into your community? Participate in a fun, interactive game to learn how renewable fules are important to our community and our planet.

1 p.m. Garbage to Gold: the Scoop on Backyard Compost presented by Russ Henry, Giving Tree Gardens
Making great compost at home is easy and good for the environment.  If you garden or are thinking about gardening, make sure you start with a healthy living soil.  Composting expert and garden guru, Russ Henry will walk you through all you need to know to make excellent compost from your home kitchen and yard scraps.  Keep nutrients in your neighborhood and turn your garbage into garden gold!

2:30 p.m. Organic Lawn Care presented by Bob Dahm, Organic Bob
Got a lawn? Got weeds? Don't want to use toxic lawn chemicals where pets, children and wildlife play? Come and see how easy and affordable organic lawn care is if you do it yourself. Learn what to do, when, and where to get supplies. Taught by Organic Bob...organic lawn care since 1986.

4:30 p.m. Black Gold! presented by Ginny Black, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Come learn about how you can turn your leaves, grass and kitchen scraps into a humus that will help you grow healthier more vibrant flowers, more vegetables and a healthier lawn. Ask questions of a compost expert.

6 p.m. Garbage to Gold: the Scoop on Backyard Compost presented by Russ Henry, Giving Tree Gardens
Making great compost at home is easy and good for the environment.  If you garden or are thinking about gardening, make sure you start with a healthy living soil.  Composting expert and garden guru, Russ Henry will walk you through all you need to know to make excellent compost from your home kitchen and yard scraps.  Keep nutrients in your neighborhood and turn your garbage into garden gold!

9:30 a.m. Biodiesel: Minnesota’s Home Grown Energy presented by Hoon Ge, MN Soybean
Biodiesel is a cleaner-burning alternative to petroleum diesel made from a wide variety of renewable sources including vegetable oils and animal fats.  In Minnesota, it is most commonly made from soybean oil. Use of biodiesel reduces our dependence on foreign oil, supports the local economy and improves air quaility.

11 a.m. Go Greener At Metro Transit presented by Adam Mehl, Metro Transit
You already know Metro Transit is great, green way to get around. Did you know that Metro Transit is also dedicated to reducing its own impact on the environment?  Learn how Metro Transit has reduced its total energy consumption by 334 percent in four years with plans to go even further!

1 p.m. Will Your Next Car Be Electric? presented by Jukka Kukkonen, PluginConnect LLC
Interested in plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles, but don't feel quite confident enough to consider buying one? This presentation is for you. We will be talking about different choices for consumers both now and into the future.

2:30 p.m. Exploring the Twin Cities Bike Trails presented by Doug Shidell, Bikeverywhere
Take a mini-vacation close to home by exploring Twin Cities Bike Trails. Doug Shidell, author of the Twin Cities Bike Map, will share photos, stories and information from over 25 years of riding and mapping bike routes in the Metro Area.

4:30 p.m. A Prescription for Healthier Air in Cars Today presented by Lisa Thurstin, American Lung Association
The American Lung Association in Minnesota provides this look at air pollution in Minnesota, with a focus on the health risks posed by outdoor air pollution. Find out how to make an informed clean air choice with your vehicle today.

6 p.m. Woodshop Rides the Rails presented by Woodshop Band
Woodshop Rides the Rails. Take a musical journey through the rich history of train travel. From the great Atlantic Ocean to the wide Pacific Shore, Woodshop will guide you from the building of the transcontinental railway in the 1880's to the new light rail transit lines. All aboard!

9:30 a.m. Minnesota GreenCorps presented by Trevor Drake and Shawna MullenEardley, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Minnesota GreenCorps is a statewide AmeriCorps program in which members commit to a year of service with a selected host site organization. Members work on issues related to energy conservation, green infrastructure, living green outreach, or waste/recycling. Hear from current and former members about their experience as MN GreenCorps members, and about larger opportunities to volunteer for the environment.

11 a.m. Community Supported Organic Farms and Conventional Farms: The Real Dirt On Food Production presented by David Legvold,Open Hands Farm and Legvold Farms         
Where does your food come from?  Organic farmers and conventional farmers team up to describe how they care for the earth and water while telling the story of how they bring the food we need to market.  Open Hands Farm of Northfield and farmer, David Legvold representing Minnesota Waters will provide a hands-on discussion of the "real dirt about food".

1 p.m. Sustainability and the Natural Step presented by Terry Gips, Alliance for Sustainability
Learn about one man's journey from developing manufacturing processes for Secret Antiperspirant and writing ads for womens beauty care products to Chief Sustainability Engineer at an environmental focused company. He'll discuss how he got there and how you can find a job you are passionate about.

2:30 p.m. Horticultural Landscaping: the Ultimate Green Job presented by Cory Whitmer, Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association
If youre passionate about plants and landscaping, come and learn how to turn that passion into a career you can enjoy. Well give you an overview of the types of careers available and how people are using their skills to benefit the environment. TheLandLovers.org: Find a field youll love!

4:30 p.m. Made in Minnesota presented by Wayne Gjerde, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Made in Minnesota! More than 200 companies use recycled materials to manufacture a product. These products including everything from plastic lumber to steel rebar to cereal boxes. These companies employ over 15000 people and are a major employer in Minnesota

6:00 p.m. Greening Your Career presented by Julie Remington, iSeek Solutions
Want to green your career? Learn how to green your current job, highlight green in your resume, and seek greener work using current skills. Find out which knowledge and skills are in demand for green jobs, and where you can gain them, as well as contacts to green your career.

9:30 a.m. Status of the Emerald Ash Borer In Minnesota presented by Mark Abrahamson, Minnesota Department of Agriculture
First discovered in Minnesota in 2009, the emerald ash borer is a non-native invasive insect that threatens to destroy all of Minnesota's 1 billion ash trees. MN Dept of Ag entomologist Mark Abrahamson discusses the history of EAB, how to identify infested trees, and what to do if your tree is infested.

11 a.m. Organic Lawn Care presented by Bob Dahm, Organic Bob LLC  
Got a lawn? Got weeds? Don't want to use toxic lawn chemicals where pets, children and wildlife play? Come and see how easy and affordable organic lawn care is if you do it yourself. Learn what to do, when, and where to get supplies. Taught by Organic Bob...organic lawn care since 1986.

1 p.m. Go Native! Sustaining Songbirds and Other Wildlife in Your Garden presented by Joan Pinkney, St. Paul Audubon Society
"Go Native" or Gardening with the Wild World in Mind.  Have your leaves been chewed?  Don't reach for the bug spray!  Through pictures and pamphlets, and a scripted presentation, find out what to do instead:  Nurture insects.  Sound crazy?  The information about the native bur oak tree, alone, will convince you that it is not a crazy idea.  Hybrids and exotic plants are putting our songbirds on a starvation diet.

2:30 p.m. What is a Rain Garden and Why Would I Want One? presented by Rusty Schmidt, Blue Thumb
This presentation will cover rain gardens for homeowners as a way to protect water quality and reduce run-off.  The presentation will demonstrate how easy the rain garden is to create, place, or locate within the yard.

4:30 p.m. Organic Lawn Care presented by Bob Dahm, Organic Bob LLC  
Got a lawn? Got weeds? Don't want to use toxic lawn chemicals where pets, children and wildlife play? Come and see how easy and affordable organic lawn care is if you do it yourself. Learn what to do, when, and where to get supplies. Taught by Organic Bob...organic lawn care since 1986.

6 p.m. Go Native! Sustaining Songbirds and Other Wildlife in Your Garden presented by Joan Pinkney, St. Paul Audubon Society
"Go Native" or Gardening with the Wild World in Mind.  Have your leaves been chewed?  Don't reach for the bug spray!  Through pictures and pamphlets, and a scripted presentation, find out what to do instead:  Nurture insects.  Sound crazy?  The information about the native bur oak tree, alone, will convince you that it is not a crazy idea.  Hybrids and exotic plants are putting our songbirds on a starvation diet.

9:30 a.m. Recycling and Creating School Success presented by Cristina Villella, Western Lake Superior Sanitary  District & Minnesota GreenCorps
Test your recycling knowledge during a quiz show and learn what is recyclable, how it gets sorted out, and discover what new products are made from the original material. Hear about successful school recycling programs and learn how to apply recycling and environmentally friendly practices at home, work, and school!

11 a.m. Using Solar Energy to Help Power the Planet presented by Rebecca Lundberg, Powerfully Green
We use electricity to power our lives. Learn how solar energy systems work, see lots of local solar energy systems in action, and find out if your home or office could have solar power.

1 p.m. Recycling and Creating School Success presented by Cristina Villella, Western Lake Superior Sanitary  District & Minnesota GreenCorps
Test your recycling knowledge during a quiz show and learn what is recyclable, how it gets sorted out, and discover what new products are made from the original material. Hear about successful school recycling programs and learn how to apply recycling and environmentally friendly practices at home, work, and school!

2:30 p.m. Superior Dream: Kayaking Around the World’s Largest Lake, Lake Superior presented by Greg Petry, Lake Superior Superior Dream
Lucas Will and Greg Petry finished their 1,200 mile sea kayak circumnavigation of Lake Superior on October 3, 2010 after 97 days of paddling. Big waves, sinking boats, the Ontario Provincial Police and one lost puppy. Come listen to the two kayakers share stories of their expedition, view a photo sideshow and get a sneak peek at clips from their documentary.

4:30 p.m. Creating an Allergy Free Home presented by Shalee Oleson, Eco Shalee LLC
Creating an "Allergy Free" home is the best gift you can give yourself and your family. Join Eco Specialist, Shaylee Oleson of Eco Shaylee LLC for an informative talk on how simple changes can improve your health, home and green your life.

6 p.m. Using Solar Energy to Help Power the Planet presented by Rebecca Lundberg, Powerfully Green
We use electricity to power our lives. Learn how solar energy systems work, see lots of local solar energy systems in action, and find out if your home or office could have solar power.