The Big Apple Turns Up The Green With New York City`s First Go Green Expo, April 2008

Released on: October 26, 2007, 7:58 am

Press Release Author: Go Green Expo

Industry: Environment

Press Release Summary: Go Green Expo is the First Consumer Event of its Kind to Hit
Manhattan -- Designed For a Greener Tomorrow From Sustainable Décor to Eco-Minded
Partner, ConEdison Solutions

Press Release Body: Go Green Expo, the first eco-focused, interactive trade show to
take place in New York City, kicks- off two days of environmentally friendly
products, services and businesses in all categories for both consumers and business
leaders on April 26, 2008 at The Hilton New York. Created as a forum for increasing
awareness of environmental challenges, showcasing green products and services, and
educating the public and corporate world, Go Green Expo will feature alternative
energy sources, green home and business products, hybrid/low emission
transportation, ideas for green building, eco-fashion, eco-friendly toys, green
travel, organic foods and beverages and much more.

More than 20 of the nation\'s top eco-minded non-profit groups will also be on hand
to participate in the inaugural Go Green Expo event with educational booths and
noteworthy speakers from organizations including: RiverKeeper, World Wildlife Fund,
New York Restoration Project (NYRP), The Council on the Environment (CENYC),
American Forest Foundation, The Rainforest Alliance and Habitat for Humanity to name
a few.

The event is the first foray into green production for renowned trade show producer
Bradford Rand, CEO of Go Green Expo. For the last 14 years he and his team have
produced over 700 events, known for producing the largest and most respected
recruitment events in the technology and intelligence community, TECHEXPO, as well
as leading hiring events for the fashion industry, WWD Fashion Career Expo. Rand
also produces launch events show casing the finest products for the most affluent
consumers; RAND Luxury. \"This is an extremely important industry in the world today
that needs a forum to educate people,\" said Rand. \"We are excited to add to the
momentum building around the industry and help these companies enlighten more people
about a green lifestyle\"

In addition to guest speakers and exhibitors from the nation\'s most influential
eco-minded business leaders, the event will boast the latest in green design and
function. Designed and executed by Stetson, a green exposition and tradeshow
contractor, the event will feature 100% recycled visqueen flooring, 100% compostable
and biodegradable wastebasket liners, 100% compostable and biodegradable table top
coverings, recycled material booth ID signs, biodegradable banner material, soy &
water based inks, a natural gas powered forklift, and an extensive recycling and
waste management program that takes environmental and social ramifications into
account by utilizing local donation programs.

Attendees will be able to take their first step towards a greener tomorrow before
they even enter the event thanks to Go Green Expo\'s partnership with ConEdison
Solutions. Guests who bring their Con Edison utility bill with them to the door can
sign up on-site for WIND Power from ConEdison Solutions. Each guest who makes the
switch to ConEdison Solutions WIND Power will secure free admission to Go Green Expo
2008. Those who switch will be supporting wind power from NY and PA rather than
nuclear and fossil fuel generated power. \"ConEdison Solutions supports the goals of
the Go Green Expo and is happy to offer attendees the opportunity to switch to WIND
Power. As more customers demand renewable energy, more wind farms will be developed
and future energy use will have a decreasing impact on the environment.\" Michael
Perna, Vice President of Business Development at ConEdison Solutions.

Eco-minded businesses including Hearst Communications / The Daily Green Plenty
Magazine, National Geographic / The Green Guide, Green Drinks NYC, TreeHugger, and
Energy Watch are among those supporting Go Green Expo 2008.

For more information visit www.gogreenexpo.com.

For more information please contact:
Annie Steinberg, Sponsorship/Exhibitors Contact
Go Green Expo
212.665.4505 Ex 229



Web Site: http://www.gogreenexpo.com

Contact Details: 276 5th Avenue, Suite 303
212-655-4505 ext. 260
212-655-451
cdamico@gogreenexpo.com

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