Going Green Expo

Going Green Expo to open in Melbourne on World Environment Day

Designed to inspire a sustainable approach for work & living, the Going Green Expo will showcase the latest sustainable, 'green' products and solutions that don't cost the earth!

The Going Green Expo 2008 - staged by Australasian Exhibitions & Events - will open at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre on World Environment Day, Thursday 5 June, 2008. The four day event will provide businesses and consumers alike with the opportunity to explore a wide range of 'green' consumables, commercial products and technologies which offer a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to life in the workplace and at home.

"Our vision for Going Green is to provide a complete a to z of sustainable solutions in the one place and in doing so, to demonstrate how achievable and cost effective ' going green' can be," commented Going Green Event Manager, Anthony Doran.

"As more and more 'green' products and solutions come onto the market, it's becoming easier to draw cost comparisons between the environmental 'nasties' and 'friendlies' that are available and to see how you can actually save money and the environment by being green," he added.

Going green is not just an important social issue; it has become a social responsibility and priority on our political agenda and as such, is of concern to all Australians.

The Going Green Expo is designed to accelerate awareness of environmental issues and demonstrate how going green is easier than ever before - with modern technology and the latest developments that don't cost the earth being showcased at the event.

"The controversial debate between economic survival and the critical protection of our environment is an argument to which there is no simple answer. However, corporate and community leaders with many pioneering sustainable projects and initiatives are demonstrating to business, government and communities how moves towards CSR, corporate social responsibility can be achieved without economic penalty, can produce significant cost savings and produce potential market growth rewards as more responsible consumers respond favourably to 'green' initiatives.

By offering access to case study education information and ideas that contribute to sustainability, reduced environmental impacts and improvements in environmental protection; Going Green Expo has a valuable contribution to make by demonstrating Australia's current position and opportunity to become a global leader in future directions that meet environmental challenges", said Doran.

The Going Green Expo will showcase products and solutions for everything from agriculture, air quality, recycling & waste, carbon trading & offset programs and cleaning, to clothing, textiles, design, food & beverage, health & beauty, office supplies, organic produce, travel and eco tourism and green IT. In short, everything imaginable that is 'green' and environmentally sustainable will be on show.

Expo highlights include 'The Green Village Pavilion', sponsored by Village Green, 'Go Organic' food, wine and beer , the Green IT feature and a comprehensive of free seminars from industry experts and much, much more.

A series of free seminars will be held on the show floor covering a range of topics such as climate change, carbon trading and practical applications for sustainability in the work place and at home. A number of case studies and 'how to' presentations will also give business visitors and consumers tips and insight into the easy ways to 'go green'.

"If you are serious about reducing your environmental footprint in business or at home and finding out about the environmentally responsible choices available, then a visit to the Going Green Expo is a must. This event will offer a 'one stop shop' for accessing the information, ideas, products and solutions to help everyone to do their bit to make our world a greener, healthier place for the future" Mr Doran concluded.

For more information on the Going Green Expo, please visit www.goinggreenexpo.com.au