FREDERICKSBURG, Texas, May 31, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Now in its 12th year, The Renewable Energy Roundup & Green Living Fair returns to Fredericksburg's Market Square the last weekend in September. The Roundup kicks off Friday, September 28th with a student environmental program followed by the Grand Opening Party. Gates at The Roundup, largest green event in the south, officially re-open Saturday & Sunday, September 29th & 30th after taking a year off to reorganize and revitalize. People from across Texas; from Dallas to Houston; from Austin to San Antonio; and from Texas communities large and small will find old favorites, new events and return to the growing community of long time friends and businesses. Mona Aclin from Donie, Texas said, " The Roundup is unique and so much fun. We've been coming for four years." Texans seeking greener lifestyles and concerned about drought and the environment have come to the Roundup yearly to hear national leaders and experts; to participate in workshops; and to enjoy races and creative events.
| Date: | Grand Opening Party, Friday, September 28th at 7:00 p.m. |
| Gates Open Saturday & Sunday, September 29 & 30, 2012 | |
| Time: | Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Location: | Market Square, 126 West Main, Fredericksburg, Texas |
| Cost: | Grand Opening Party $50, advance tickets only |
| Early Registration: $12 per day or $20 two-day pass | |
| On site Gate Registration: $15 per day or a two-day pass $25 |
To get details, special offers, and information sign-up for the newsletter at http://theroundup.org. Join us at the Roundup for:
- The RC Solar Car Race
- Healthy Cooking demos and Organic Food Cafes
- Speaker Series
- Workshops
- Live Music
- Alternative Fueled Vehicles
- Information on Green Building, Water Harvesting, Gardening
"The possibility of continuing drought conditions, potential electricity brownouts and blackouts, volatility in energy markets, and increasing environmental concerns in the years ahead have put an exclamation mark on the need to be resource smart and more self-reliant," said Russel Smith, the event's co-organizer. "Taking control of at least some of your own energy, water, food, and health needs makes more sense every day. The Renewable Energy Roundup provides information, products, and services to help."
Texas Renewable Energy Industries Association (TREIA) is delighted to welcome new co-organizers Texas Center for Policy Studies (TCPS). Founded in 1982, Texas Center for Policy Studies (TCPS) brings together people and the information necessary to ensure that growth and development in our region enhances, rather than diminishes, quality of life.
TREIA is the oldest renewable energy non-profit trade organization in Texas. For more than a quarter century, it has promoted development of sustainable, renewable resources and their wise use. Visit TREIA at www.treia.org where TREIA's Policy Statement on Distributed Renewable Energy Generation is also available. For information call 830-997-2350 or email info@theroundup.org.
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