"Growing Green" Conference Less Than a Month Away
By: Shelby Levins
Updated: December 3, 2010
Sueann Palmore with Texas Engineering Extension Service, and Arleene Loyd with the Odessa Chamber of Comerce disscuss "growing green" and the upcoming Sustainable Rural Development Conference - coming up Dec. 1st and 2nd. We define "green" as incorporating sustainable practices that make money, save money, and create jobs, as opportunities to move forward and grow both economically and financially, all while keeping our state beautiful. Growing Green is about growing our present and our future. Private businesses, economic developers, community and regional leaders, entrepreneurs, public works practitioners and anyone interested in learning how sustainable practices can benefit their business or community. WHAT WILL THE GROWING GREEN COMMUNITIES CONFERENCE PROVIDE? The information and contacts you need to take advantage of Sustainable Rural Development. You'll learn the latest information about the emerging green industry. Attendees will benefit from information about tax breaks and financial incentives that can help spur economic development and strengthen your local economy. For more information, visit - www.growinggreencommunities.com See the entire interview --
WHAT IS GOING GREEN?
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
We still have two scholarships to give away to attend the two-day event - worth $79 a peice. The first two people to call (432) 563-2222 will be the winners.


