Columbia College hosts Sustainable Living Fair : News : ConnectMidMissouri.com

Columbia College hosts Sustainable Living Fair

Posted: 09.09.2012 at 7:55 PM

If you're looking for methods of saving money, and ways to help the environment at the same time, Columbia College hosted a sustainable living fair on campus Sunday.

Everything from water purifiers,to garden how-to's , and even energy-saving methods were on display for people to look at.

The event hosted a key-note speaker around 1 to talk about sustainable energy.

Mid-Missouri Peaceworks was the organization responsible for getting the even together, event organizers like Mark Haim said they want to make sure everyone knows that they can make a difference.

"Everybody can make a difference. Maybe it's in terms of how much food you grow in your yard. Maybe it's in terms of how you use energy in your home, maybe it's what kind of car you drive, maybe it's carpooling. Just look at all the different choices we have," said Haim.

The event was billed as 'Mid-Missouri's premier sustainability educational event'

Comments are the sole responsibility of the person posting them; they are not reflective of the views or opinions of Barrington Broadcasting, KRCG, its directors or employees. If you believe a comment violates the Barrington Terms of Use, please flag it above.

Popular Stories

Manhunt underway for rape and kidnapping suspect
Meghan Lane | Yesterday at 5:56 AM | 8 comments

Man allegedly sets wife, home on fire with gasoline
Jessica Troike | Yesterday at 9:25 PM | 12 comments

Man charged after locker room incident with teen
Meghan Lane | Yesterday at 9:55 AM

Follow Connect Mid-Missouri

Get news and weather notifications on your phone by downloading the iPhone or Android app below

submit

Special Features

Find it, click it, use it... your neighborhood business guide.

Latest Headlines

Man charged after locker room incident with teen
A Mexico, Missouri man is facing a felony charge of sexual misconduct or attempt involving a child under 15.
read more »
Maries County mother charged with child abuse
Georgia radio hosts fired after mocking ex-NFL player with ALS
Manhunt underway for rape and kidnapping suspect
Missing Camdenton man presumed drowned
Mo. bill lets banks compete with payday lender

The latest local news, weather and high school sports in and around Columbia and Jefferson City