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Abundance Ecovillage
Lonnie Gamble
lonniegamble@yahoo.com
641-469-5240
Build a home in Abundance Ecovillage, located in Fairfield, Iowa. In Abundance Ecovillage, electricity comes from the wind and sun, water is supplied by rainwater catchment systems, and edible, useful, and beautiful plants fill the landscape. Fairfield was rated one of the top 10 best places to live that you have never heard of by Mother Earth News magazine this year. People from 80 countries, vibrant local music and art scene, more restaurants per capita than San Francisco, bookstores, cafes, a university, national and world center for transcendental meditation, auyervedic medicine, and the best whole foods store in rural America.

Advanced Energy Solutions Inc
Aur Beck
tech@AESSolar.com
800-229-0453
Advanced Energy Solutions sells, educates and installs renewable energy to save you money and help you produce your own electricity. We Empower You to Get Energized!

SPONSOR

Alliant Energy

Second Nature Program

1-800-ALLIANT
Second Nature, Alliant Energy’s voluntary green pricing program, allows the company’s electric customers to support electricity generated from renewable resources located within Alliant Energy’s service territory.
This clean, renewable energy, currently supported by more than 14,000 participants, displaces energy otherwise generated from fossil fuel sources.  Second Nature is certified Green-e, which is the nation’s leading certification and verification program for renewable energy from the Center for Resource Solutions.

AmesCars.com Inc.
Thomas Cleisner
515-233-9900
AmesCars is Iowa’s only electric car franchised dealer. We have two Zenn Electric vehicles on display and test-drive.


Anemometry Specialists
Rob Hach
www.anemometry.com robhach@anemometry.com
712-200-2281
Anemometry Specialists has been in the wind industry for the last 15 years helping develop wind projects and explore wind resources. We sell, lease, and install wind test equipment from 33’ to 197’ and on radio towers.

Azure Biodiesel
Dan Dykema
www.azurebiodiesel.com info@azurebiodiesel.com
641-594-3247
Azure Biodiesel Company sells FuelMeister II biodiesel processors, oil presses and accessories. We have monthly hands-on workshops in Sully, IA. Start making Biodiesel today!

BTF Solar Ltd
Richard Orawiec
www.btfsolar.com
info@btfsolar.com
269-236-6179
Manufacturer of solar thermal collectors. Solar hot water equipment, installations and design in the Midwest since 1988.

Big Green Summer
Lonnie Gamble
lonniegamble@yahoo.com
641-469-5240
Summer immersion program in creating a sustainable world.  Study renewable energy, natural building, local organic food systems, community education/activism, cultural events, conferences, workshops, and the political and economic systems that make this world possible and practical. Dozens of special guest speakers. Permaculture design certification course. Live in a environment that is a laboratory for what you are learning - solar/wind powered, strawbale buildings, growing the food you eat. Wood/metal shop, music and art studios. Bike to cafes, bookstores, a university and the best whole foods store in rural America.

Bioneers
Rich Dana
The Tallgrass Bioneers Conference
Oct. 19-21,2007
Grinnell, Iowa will host a unique 3 day event linked by satellite to the Bioneers conference in San Rafael, CA. Leading social and scientific innovators, artists and writers come together to share stories and present model solutions in the fields of environmental and social justice. For a complete schedule and list of speakers and activities, please visit: www.gotoplanb.net/bioneersconference or call Rich Dana: 319.530.6051
or email iabioneers@gotoplanb.net

Bubbling Springs Solar
Luisa Gerasimo www.bubblingsspringssolar.com bss@wwt.net
(715) 232-1885.
Bubbling Springs Solar manufactures SRCC approved liquid flat plate solar collectors in Menomonie, WI. Providing locally made solar thermal to bring the heat of the sun closer to home.

Center for Energy and
Environmental Education
www.uni.edu/ceee
319-273-2573
CEEE was established for the purpose of promoting greater understanding and awareness about issues related to energy and the environment. They serve the greater community and offer policy analysis and advice, and support other like-minded groups that promote energy efficiency and support renewable sources of energy.

Cedar Valley Habitat
for Humanity Restore
July Palmer Nelson
www.cvhabitat.org
Julie_restore@quest.net
319-294-1500
Since opening it's doors 18 months ago, CVHFH has diverted over 240 tons of waste from the landfill through its retail used building materials store.

Century Farm Harvest Heat
Ed Williams
www.Harvest-Heat.com
319-683-HEAT (4328)
info@harvest-heat.com
Offering quality brands of biomass pellet/corn heaters for residential and commercial use. Century Farm Harvest Heat will be at their 6th consecutive Energy Expo.

Chezik Bell Honda
www.chezikbell.com
319-337-6100
The Civic Hybrid represents the very latest in Honda's commitment to positive environmental change. Mile after mile you get to enjoy the thoroughly modern style, comfort and convenience of the Civic Hybrid. It's living proof that environmentalism and style can go hand in hand.

Culpitt Roofing, Inc
Tim Higley & Dawn Kittel
www.culpittroofing.com
Dawn@CulpittRoofing.com
608-786-0660
Double lock metal roofing energy star colors.

SPONSOR

Eco Energy LLC
Wes Slaymaker
www.EcoEnergyLLC.com wslaymaker@ecoenergyllc.com
(815)266-4200.
EcoEnergy LLC is an alternative energy solutions developer and the Morse Group member that focuses on projects involving power generation or fossil fuel replacement from a diverse range of renewable sources including wind, bio-methane gas from landfills or digesters, and biomass such as wood waste or crop residue.  As project developer, EcoEnergy matches owners with economically and technically feasible projects, financing options, and if desired, design and construction services in cooperation with Morse Energy and IEE.

e Power Synergies, Inc.

Brian Klumpp

231-935-3729, BMKlumpp@epowersynergies.com;

ePower provides electric vehicles, consults in the design of e-communities interested in utilizing electric vehicles and we design alternate fuel sources for vehicles. ePower representatives will be in attendance with a neighborhood electric vehicle class car and three wheeled electric scooter.

SPONSOR

Frontier Natural Products Co-op
www.frontiercoop.com
Frontier - along with its Aura Cacia and Simply Organic brands—holds a leadership position not only in the natural products marketplace, but also in converting growers around the world to sustainable farming and production practices. For over 30 years, Frontier has offered high quality, competitively priced products that are both earth-friendly and socially responsible. 

SPONSOR
Green World Bio-Fuels

Steve and Wende Fugate www.greenworldbiofuels.com wende@GreenWorldBiofuels.com
319-545-7022
Green World Bio-Fuels designs and manufactures small scale biodiesel production systems. We also provide expertise, training and materials for biofuels production.

SPONSOR
GoSolar
Dennis Pottratz
563-382-3242;
gosolar@oneota.net
GoSolar, owner, Dennis Pottratz has been designing, selling and installing wind and solar electric systems for over 10 years. They specialize in small to medium off grid and grid tie systems.

Great Lakes Biomass State
and Regional Partnership

Fred Kuzel
www.cglg.org/biomass
fkuzel@cglg.org
312-407-0177
We provide free information about all types of bioenergy and bioproducts including ethanol and biodiesel, on-farm biogas systems and wood pellets.

Green Delta T
Jim Plaugher
gdeltat@avalon.net
(319) 351-2891
Solar Hot Water systems, Viessmann distributor for efficient boilers and solar thermal technology.

GreenKrete Building Systems
Ronald Bessette & Kurt Kleinschnitz www.greenkrete.com
ron@greenkrete.com
kurt@greenkrete.com
641-472-0067
GreenKrete solves the two major problems of modern construction today, mold & mildew and outgassing. It includes: GreenBlok, GreenPlaster, GreenSulation, GreenRadiant, GreenMolding & GreenRooftile.

Hawkeye Alternative Heating
LLC, Charlie Goddard
www.hawkeyealternativeheating.com
cgoddard@southslope.net
319-845-5068
Displaying Harman Corn stoves and pellet stoves and accessories. Show special on Magnum Countryside corn stoves.

Heart of the Sky Fair Trade
Melinda Van Slyke www.heartoftheskyfairtrade.com
melinda@gofairtrade.net
(608)434-0104
Fair trade textiles and jewelry from around the world.






 

SPONSOR
Homepower Magazine
www.homepower.com
Since 1987, Home Power magazine has dedicated more than 100 issues to home-scale renewable energy and sustainable living solutions. Whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer or not, off-grid or on-grid, Home Power is here to help you make informed decisions about your home energy use.

SPONSOR
IBERDROLA Renewable Energies USA
Kirk Kraft

kkraft@iberdrolausa.com
IBERDROLA is actively expanding U.S. wind generation with more than 19,000 megawatts of new wind power development. Ranked among the most sustainable companies in the world, IBERDROLA's leadership is unrivaled in the energy industry, regarded "best in class" by the Carbon Disclosure Project, and also listed among the top three companies for outstanding management of greenhouse gas emissions.

SPONSOR
iDEZiN digital workgroup
www.idezin.com
iDEZiN has worked in the business of graphic design and interactive multimedia for over twenty years, creating award-winning design solutions for corporations and small businesses, individuals and agencies. Their strategic partnerships are successful and long lasting. On-time and under budget on every project, iDEZiN specializes in making their clients and partners look great with creative development and hands-on design.

Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency Tracy Feldmann
www.iowaenergy.org
tfeldmann@iowaenergy.org
515-287-7021.
The Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency provides education and networking opportunities for Iowa’s energy professionals.

SPONSOR

Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities
515-289-1999
Organized in 1947, IAMU represents over 150 municipal electric and gas utilities statewide.  As part of this representation, IAMU promotes renewable energy to member utilities and assists them with their existing renewable resources.

Iowa Association of Railroad Passengers
Cathy Johnson

Amtrak materials & promotion including time tables and trip planners.

The Iowa Conservation
Education Coalition (ICEC)
Heather Neic

Adminicec@hotmail.com
www.iowaee.org
319-848-7019
The Iowa Conservation Education Coalition (ICEC) provides educational pathways to enable Iowans to make responsible environmental decisions.

SPONSOR
Iowa Energy Center
www.energy.iastate.edu
The Iowa Energy Center is supporting projects that help Iowans understand how they can make their homes more comfortable and affordable to own. It is investing in initiatives that help Ioa industries and businesses run efficiently so they can be more productive and profitable. The Iowa Energy Center also helps Iowa communities strengthen their local economies and maker their environments healthier.

Iowa Environmental Council
Nathaniel Baer

www.iaenvironment.org
515-244-1194
Please stop by the Iowa Environmental Councils booth to hear about our important work promoting clean renewable energy and clean water for Iowans.

SPONSOR
Iowa Farmers Union
Leigh Adcock

www.iafu.org
iafu@isunet.net
800-775-5227
Information on mission and activities of Iowa Farmers Union, a family farm advocacy group, emphasizing our work in farmer-owned renewable energy.

Iowa Global Warming
Mike Carberry
www.iowaglobalwarming.org
The Iowa Global Warming Campaign, a broad, bi-partisan group of  organizations, seeks your help to dramatically raise awareness of this issue  in the Iowa Presidential caucuses.  Our vision is for presidential  candidates, both Democrats and Republicans, to discuss publicly, frequently  and specifically how they will address global warming, and pledge that they make that plan a top priority.

Iowa Interfaith Power and Light
Mark Kresowik

iowaipl@gmail.com
319-621-7393
Information about the religious response to global warming, 'Cool Congregations', and how you can join communities of faith, individuals, and clergy in taking action.  

Iowa Policy Project, Kristi Lohmeier klohmeier@iowapolicyproject.com
www.iowapolicyproject.com
(319) 338-0773
Materials available regarding our upcoming event the Green Bike Tour (www.greenbike.org) as well as a showcase of a solar paneled bicycle.

Iowans for Sensible Priorities

Susan Junis

Susan_Junis@caucus4priorities.org; www.sensiblepriorities.org

Iowans for Sensible Priorities will have a "spin the wheel" carnival type game with prizes, informational brochures and handouts, free goodies (magnets, pens, frisbees, etc.).

SPONSOR
Jazz 88.3 KCCK
KCCK is Iowa's only jazz radio station, programming a full slate of jazz, blues, big band and ambient music over 150 hours each week.  Listen on-air at 88.3 FM (also at 106.9 FM in Johnson County) or online at www.kcck.org.

John Edwards for President www.JohnEdwards.com
Reduceyourcarbon.com
The Edwards Plan: Stop Global Warming, Increase individual and business conservation, economic growth and job creation through renewable energy investment, environmental standard in trade agreements.

 

Les Deal, Inc.
Les Deal
wpdeal@aol.com
319-362-2848
Lifetime aluminum roofing shingles for residential homes. Aluminum does not weather or wear out. The last roof you will ever buy!

Live Lightly Tour: Sustainable Living in an RV Powered By Straight Vegetable Oil

www.livelightlytour.com;

Matt, Sara, and their 3 year-old, Bella, are traveling around the U.S. educating others about living sustainably and using veggie oil as fuel. Come check out their "green RV" which features bamboo flooring, low-VOC paint, sunflower seed counters, solar power and more! They also pull a VW Passat behind their RV when they travel... and it runs on veggie oil as well!

Maharishi University of Management
BS in Sustainable Living
www.mum.edu/sustainable_living
641-472-7000 ext. 4021
The first Sustainable Living degree program in America covers: Self-sustainability, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, Eco-architectural design and green business.  Real-world internships and professional certifications are featured.

MidAmerica Straw Bale Association
Brad Young

www.thelaststraw.org/sban.
Iowa representative for the MidAmerica Straw Bale Association, Brad Young, will be educating others about straw bale construction and “Natural Building” throughout the state.

SPONSOR
Midwest Renewable
Energy Association (MREA)
Amy Heart
www.the-mrea.org
info@the-mrea.org
MREA promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable living through education and demonstration. The MREA conducts workshops and trainings throughout the year and hosts the annual Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair, the nation’s largest and longest-running energy education event of its kind!

MORE Renewable Energy
Jennifer Rice
www.moreenergy.org
info@moreenergy.org
573-544-7790
Information on More Energy, pamphlets, displays, CFL light bulbs, books, duds, videos and more.  We are a nonprofit organization, our products are priced at a donation price.

SPONSOR

Northern Sun Merchandising
Scott Cramer

www.northernsun.com calista.stout@renewableonparade.com
800-258-8579
We sell social messages on t-shirts, buttons, bumper stickers, poster and more. For over 27 years, we have been a humorous voice for the progressive movement.

SPONSOR

Radish magazine
www.radishmagazine.com
309-757-8380
Radish is a guide to improving your health and life through the natural foods, products, resources and services of western Illinois and eastern Iowa. Visit our table to pick up a copy and talk about healthy and sustainable living.

SPONSOR
Renewables on Parade;
www.renewableonparade.com
319-653-2569
Come visit the renewable on parade exhibit to learn about the Renewable on Parade Business Conference and Consumer Expo created to comprehensively address the worlds energy demands of the 21st Century.

Richlands Organics
Rich Landis
richlands@earthlink.net
563-391-2044
The Happy Gardner is a full line of all natural organic products for healthier lawns and gardens.

RDG Planning & Design
Kevin Nordmeyer
www.rdgusa.com, is a multi-discipline design
firm with an emphasis on integrated sustainable design with offices in Des Moines, Coralville, LaCrosse, Omaha, and Ft. Myers, Florida.  Disciplines include architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, interior design,
lighting design, graphic design, and public art.

SPONSOR
RJ Construction
RJ Jordan

www.rjconstructionmarion.net  rjconstruction@netins.net
319-373-9672
Solar panel with an inverter powered with a battery to power lights and fan.  Information about solar hot water in-floor heating unit.

Rootcellar

John Root

(563) 262-3354; pvperson2@aol.com; We offer energy efficiency and renewable energy consulting, sales and services.

 

SPONSOR
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
www.shuttleworthlaw.com
(319) 365-9461
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C. is a full-service, multi-specialty law firm based in Cedar Rapids, with clients throughout the United States. To learn more about Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, you are invited to visit its website at www.shuttleworthlaw.com

The Solar Consultants
Jeff Benz
jbenz@citysupplycorp.com
515-266-8883
Solar Consultants will display a variety of hydronic heating products featuring solar hot water, radiant floor heating and high efficiency boilers.

Spatial Designs
Tom Hurd

www.spatialdesigns.com
spdesign@earthlink.net
641-423-6395
Solar and Wind Systems for small to large users and green materials for building construction.

Sun Rise Solar
Terrence Black
www.sunrisesolar.net
coolspell@comcast.net
317-201-4435
Solar Powered Attic Fans.  American made Sunrise solar powered attic fans.

Toyota-Scion of Iowa City

www.toyotaiowacity.com

Offering the worlds best selling Synergy Drive Hybrids, the world famous Prius, Camry and Highlander Hybrid models on Highway 1 West in Iowa City.

 

Union of Concerned Scientists
Rich Dana

www.ucsusa.org
rich@gotoplanb.net
319.530.6051
The Union of Concerned Scientists is the leading science-based nonprofit working for a healthy environment and a safer world. UCS combines independent scientific research and citizen action to develop innovative, practical solutions and to secure responsible changes in government policy, corporate practices, and consumer choices. For more information on UCS activities in Iowa, contact Rich Dana: rich@gotoplanb.net, 319.530.6051.

WINDerFuel
Jeff Matt
www.winderfuel.com
info@winderfuel.com
319-885-4599
Introducing the Endurance induction wind turbine.  Residential sized induction turbine designed to last a lifetime.  Also on display, solar patriot evacuated tube solar collectors. 

 
 

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