The Allegheny Green and Innovation Festival, a free event highlighting sustainable living and innovation in Allegheny County, will be held Saturday, reports the Valley News Dispatch.
"The Allegheny Green & Innovation Festival is an exciting new event that will celebrate our region's environmental and economic transformation," said Dan Onorato, county executive and Democratic candidate for governor. "Residents will have the opportunity to learn how to live a 'greener' lifestyle and see demonstrations of innovative technology developed right here in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Our region has become a leader in environmental stewardship, as well as green and innovative technology, as we're excited to celebrate this new economy."
The "zero-waste" event will feature earth-friendly food, "green living" demonstrations, entertainment and children's activities. According to Onorato, residents will be able to learn simple steps to conserve energy and water in their homes and how to live a healthy lifestyle.
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