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Get Ready for Plug-In 2008 in Sunny San José!

Hilary — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:47:55 +0000

The first ever PHEV convention kicks off July 22 through July 24 in San José, California.

Plug-In 2008 will be held at the San José McEnery Convention Center, and will host company execs, engineers, scientists, energy and renewable energy spokespersons, in addition to other experts, to discuss how plug-in hybrids will impact our lives.

You can find a conference schedule here. A list of exhibitors can be found here, including A123Systems, and CalCars. Unfortunately it isn’t cheap, and it’s not meant for the public to come and go as they please. To get in the door, expect to pay at least $250 (cost for students with ID).

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Get Ready for Plug-In 2008 in Sunny San José!

Green Transportation 2008 (Redwood City, CA)

Hilary — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 18:13:32 +0000

Thanks for Car(bon) Free in California for spreading the word. Green Transportation 2008, a celebration and exhibition, of today’s most eco-friendly cars, runs this Saturday, April 12th. (Woah. No way. I typed that and was sure I’d made a mistake but … my taxes are almost late. Eek!)

#1. You absolutely must go to this website. If for no other reason than it looks (and works) great. It will also tell you about Green Transportation 2008 though. Which leads me to point numero dos.

#2. If you’re within driving distance, get out to this show! You’ll get a first-hand look at a number of alternative vehicles … from hybrid to solar to plug-in and non-combustion vehicles. Everything you could buy (or build) today should be on display.

And … it’s FREE.

That’s right. Free. Meaning, even if you aren’t particularly interested in driving a car at all, you might still get something from this program that you could share with a friend.

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Green Transportation 2008 (Redwood City, CA)

Down:2:Earth BOSTON, March 28-30

Hilary — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 17:42:19 +0000

Starting tonight at 5:00 p.m. and ending on Sunday, March 30th at 5:00 p.m. visitors to Hynes Convention Center (900 Boylston Street, Boston) will be able to learn about eco-friendly practices you can use around your community and in your home during Down:2:Earth, an exploration into sustainable living .

Sometimes these things can be kind of – you know it has to be said – B O R I N G. Not this one. Friday night kicks off with a series of videos sent in by indie filmmakers. The night ends with a presentation on bugs … and how to Eat them. Saturday and Sunday start with a free bike tour of Boston, with children’s story times and cooking and product demonstrations throughout the day. Diet for a Small Planet author, and activist, Frances Moore Lappe is Sunday night’s guest speaker.

While there aren’t any presentations specifically on car models, or even driving tips, Zipcar is a sponsor and should have information set up on the Boston car sharing program. There will also be a drawing for an eco-friendly travel adventure sponsored by Perfect Earth Tours.

Tickets can be purchased at the center for $12 for adult, $10 for students and seniors, or $20 for a weekend pass. Kids under 12 get in free.

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Down:2:Earth BOSTON, March 28-30