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Sustainable Home Expo, March 8, 11 am-3 pm, Princeton, New Jersey
Event Description
Thinking about switching to a heat pump? Looking to install an EV charger? Meet local, vetted, sustainably-minded home-improvement professionals, and get your questions answered all under one roof!
The Sustainable Home Expo will take place at the Princeton High School Gym on Saturday, March 8, from 11 AM- 3 PM. Stop in anytime to speak directly with sustainable contractors, solar installers, and landscapers to compare prices, and explore services. We will also be encouraging the vendors to offer specials to attendees.
Along with the expo floor, there will be educational sessions where residents can learn more about sustainable home topics including Planting for Pollinators, Energy Efficiency, Stormwater Management, Accessory Dwelling Units, and more! This free event will allow homeowners and renters to learn about sustainable upgrades they can make to their homes to save energy and resources.
Bring the whole family! There will be a supervised kids activity room with sustainable crafts, coloring, and games!
Help keep clothes out of the trash! Bring your used clothing for re-wear, reuse, and recycling. Helpsy will have bins available for you to drop off your used clothing. Click here to see what Helpsy accepts!
Come hungry! Ficus will be erving sandwiches, salads, and bubble tea. Be sure to bring your own reusable bottle for water and mug for coffee!
Planting for Pollinators (11:15 AM – 12:15 PM/Room 1): Join NJ Native Plant Society, Refugia Design, and homeowner Mercy to learn all about native plants. Find out how you can transform your lawn into a beautiful meadow for local pollinators!
Electrify Everything (11:15 AM – 12:15 PM/Room2): Do you want to Electrify Everything in your home? Attend this session to learn the first steps in electrification from experts from the NJ BPU, Bryan Electric, and Abel Smith!
Energy Efficient Homes (12:30 – 1:30 PM/Room 1): Have you heard about the new energy efficiency rebates and incentives? Attend this session to find out how you can get money back for induction cooktops, electric landscaping equipment, and more!
Keeping Stormwater at Bay (12:30 – 1:30 PM/Room 2): Learn from the Watershed Institute and homeowners how you manage stormwater on your property!
Solar “Panel” (1:45 – 2:45 PM/Room 1): Attend this session to learn about rooftop solar AND community solar! Consolidated billing has began and you can be the first to hear about it.
Sustainable Accessory Dwelling Units 101 (1:45 – 2:45 PM/Room 2): Are you interested in building an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) but don’t know where to start? Attend this session to hear from experts and homeowners!
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