Science & Tech
Sustainable Energy Center
The Sustainable Energy Center at the Oregon State Fair is committed to providing a forum to learn and experience the latest information on: renewable energy, recycling, composting, energy efficiency, conservation, and alternative transportation.
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The Oregon State Fair would like to thank the following sponsors, partners and exhibitors for their participation within the Sustainable Energy Center in 2009. Please see below for a list companies and organizations that helped to make 2009 a success.
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Participating companies and organizations:
Oregon Department of Energy
Garten Zero Waste Events
Marion County Public Works
DAS Fleet Services
Trex Decking and Railing
Clorox Green Works
PGE
Oregon Institute of Technology
Solar World
Sun Storage
WindEnergy
Got Power Electric
Scooters of Oregon
Rainwater Recylers
Oregon Green Schools
Oregon State University
Northwest Energy Star
Deck Monitoring – Solar Monitoring Solutions
Northwest Energy Star
The Sustainable Energy Center was well attended during the 2009 Oregon State Fair. The Oregon Department of Energy provided the latest program and tax credit information along with the latest in high-performance energy efficient home construction. There were displays featuring two of the most popular renewable energy options: wind and solar. WindEnergy provided a 30ft wind turbine and Solar World in conjunction with Sun Storage provided a display featuring a solar paneled covered structure.
There was something for everyone. Fair patrons also got an opportunity learn about various low carbon transportation options. Oregon Green Schools provided a full day of fun activities featuring hands-on recycling and composting projects for kids.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, partner, or exhibitor in 2010 please contact Jeff Trejo at 503-947-3257 or via email at jeff.trejo@state.or.us
Inside NE Columbia Hall
The Oregon Department of Energy will have several displays on hand. Learn about the power of renewable energy – solar, wind, biomass, wave, and geothermal. Learn how to reduce your carbon footprint. Learn about all the available energy tax credits by making your home more energy-efficient.
Learn and see a display containing some the latest technology that goes into an energy-efficient high-performance home. The Oregon Department of Energy along with the Oregon Department of Administrative Services will feature a plug-in hybrid on display along with a charging station.
Garten Services and Marion County Public Works together will feature several displays containing information on recycling, waste reduction, and composting. Discover what you can do at home or work to make a difference.
Oregon State Fair partners with Garten's Zero Waste Events
Striving towards Zero Waste
In 2009, the Oregon State Fair has partnered with Garten Zero Waste Events in conjunction with Allied Waste to reduce and recycle the waste generated during the fair... helping move us further along the continuum toward more efficient waste reduction.
With the professional assistance of Garten's Zero Waste team, 2009 Oregon State Fair patrons will experience multiple points of access throughout the fairgrounds for easy deposit of discarded service ware, beverage containers, paper goods and food remainders. Garten’s Zero Waste workers will sort and redirect this waste on site.
WHY THIS MOVE TOWARD ZERO WASTE?
WE HELP TO MINIMIZE OUR WASTE STREAM. The new partnership between the Oregon State Fair and Garten Zero Waste Events will reduce the flow of trash to limited local disposal sites before, during, and after fair. These efforts represent our strong commitment in taking steps toward measurably reducing, recycling and composting generated waste.
WE SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. Our decision to minimize our ecological footprint concurrently creates jobs for people with disabilities right here in our community. Since 1970, Garten Services has provided jobs for people with disabilities. Through the years, the Oregon State Fair and Garten Services have partnered on a variety of projects. Our partnership successfully balances important economic, environmental and human equity considerations.
WE HELP THE COMMUNITY SEE THINGS A NEW WAY. "Zero Waste" is a new way of looking at our waste stream. Rather than seeing used materials as garbage merely in need of disposal, "Zero Waste" views discarded items as valuable resources… capturing raw materials that can now be repurposed into new products. “Zero Waste” also represents financial opportunity and personal independence for people with disabilities. In the process, our zero waste effort offers Oregon State Fair attendees a personal experience with alternatives to traditional waste disposal.
WE DEMONSTRATE OUR DEDICATION TO THE ENVIRONMENT. The Oregon State Fair is committed to sustaining the environment as well as our community. We are focused on a tangible demonstration of that commitment by employing Garten Zero Waste Events to help manage our solid waste in new and innovative ways. Together with Garten, we will make a positive environmental impact.
Our main sorting station will be located South of the Historic Horse Show Stadium. Stop by and see how we all can make a difference.
Outside NE Columbia Hall
Want to learn more about Solar Power and how you can take advantage of the technology? Stop by the SolarWorld display featuring a solar paneled carport… just one example of an effective solar panel application. Learn other potential applications that can ultimately help save you money and reduce your carbon footprint like Got Power Electric’s affordable solar power utilizing micro-inverter technology.
Want to learn more about Wind Power? There will be a 30ft wind turbine display from WindEnergy… it’s too big to miss. Stop by and see if your property qualifies for wind turbine placement.
Want to learn more about alternative transportation? Barefoot Motors will be featuring electric powered off-road utility vehicles, Scooters of Oregon will feature fuel-efficient and economical scooters, and the Oregon Department of Administrative Service’s will feature several alternatively fueled vehicles.
Kids Day Activities on Monday 08/31
Presented by Oregon Green Schools
Kids will be able to have some hands-on fun while learning about recycling and composting.
Turn Trash into Treasure
11:00am to 5:00pm
Spin the Wheel of Waste & Paint Your Face!
11:00am
1:00pm
3:00pm
Worms Eat Our Garbage!
12:00pm
2:00pm
4:00pm
Be sure to check out the 4-H Windmill exhibits as well.
4-H SET
Youth Windmill Exhibits
2:00pm to 4:00pm
