Green technology continues to evolve quickly and it pays to stay informed on the latest products and technology.
Nanaimo business owners and residents will have an opportunity to check out the latest products and learn the latest trends at the sixth annual Green Solutions Trade Show and Speaker Forum, hosted by Mid Island Co-op at the Beban Park Social Centre March 19-20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.
This year, the free show has expanded to two days and covers double the floor space, with 60 booths already booked.
"Our goal with this event is to create greater awareness of sustainable options that we can all incorporate into our daily lives," said Karelyn Goodall, spokeswoman for Mid Island Co-op. "(It's an) opportunity to learn how you can do your part to create a cleaner, healthier environment by making changes to products and services you consume."
Several seminars have been scheduled for both days, covering topics from water conservation to green home design to how to deal with rising energy costs.
For more information about the show including exhibitor lists and seminar schedules, visit www.midisland.coop.
Saturday schedule
11 a.m. Water conservation: Water re-use in home and garden. Presented by Mike Hoeinghaus of Waterhaus Distributing.
12 p.m. Being the change you seek. Presented by Brian Roberts of Cowichan Energy Alternatives.
1 p.m. Green home design. Presented by Jack Anderson of Green Plan.
2 p.m. Urban mini-farming. Presented by Dirk Becker of Compassion Farms.
3 p.m. Greenwashing. Presented by Diana Pineda of Bio Compostables.
Sunday schedule
11 a.m. Organic waste: A powerful resource? Presented by Bryan Imber of ICC Group.
12 p.m. Design and build an eco-house: A virtual tour. Presented by Darrin Boyko of SIPerior Panelworks.
1 p.m. How to prevent rising energy costs from breaking your piggy bank. Presented by Ian Gartshore of Energy Solutions Vancouver Island.
2 p.m. Natural Lawn Care. Presented by John Close of Lush Eco Lawn.
3 p.m. Solar bulk buying cooperatives for green homeowners. Presented by Bruce Gray of Solaris Geothermal Inc.