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Alfred State College Hosts Business and Community Green Festival

Alfred State College proudly hosted the Going Green Festival which was sponsored by ACCORD Corporation and WNY Energy $mart Communities.  They offered a two-day Green Business Conference for aspiring entrepreneurs and existing businesses in Allegany County as well as for raising awareness of energy efficiency opportunities for homeowners.
           
A $50,000 USDA Rural Business Opportunity grant was awarded to ACCORD towards the formation of a green business action team and development of a 2-day workshop focusing on alternative agriculture and providing technical assistance to entrepreneurs and business owners, promoting sustainable economic development in Rural Communities.

ACCORD, along with EcoVentures and the Green Business Action Team, developed the curriculum for Day One, and Day Two. The Going Green Festival provided a community focus on opportunities in the Green Economy, as well as a direction for homeowners to follow towards saving energy. 

The event took place on Friday and Saturday, May 2-3, 2008, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Alfred State College School of Applied Technology Campus, 2530 S. Brooklyn Avenue, in Wellsville.

“Alfred State College is excited to host this event, as we are providing our students with the tools to effectively enter the Green Collar workforce.  We feel that the local community is being presented a tremendous opportunity to develop a sustainable and green economy that will utilize our graduates and the expertise of Alfred State” said Craig Clark, Dean of the School of Applied Technology at Alfred State College

“Understanding Green Business can be the launch pad for a new business idea or a new way to boost an existing business,” said Gretchen Hanchett Business and Community Development Director for ACCORD Corporation. 

Lori Nagel, Coordinator for the WNY Energy $mart Communities Program, said “Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy present opportunities for both local businesses looking to expand their services, as well as homeowners looking to save energy and save money.”

The “Big Green Business Plan Competition” being coordinated by Accord Corporation and EcoVentures International and sponsored by Local Businesses

 

  • Environmental Education Associates

346 Austin Street
Buffalo, NY 14207    (716) 833-2929
      http://www.environmentaleducation.com/index.php

  • Alfred State College

http://www.alfredstate.edu/

 

 

  • L. C. Whitford 164 N Main St, Wellsville, NY 14895-1152

Phone: (585) 593-3600   www.lcwhitford.com/

  • Nicholson Pharmacy 36 Schuyler St
    Belmont, NY 14813
    (585) 268-7287
  • East Wind Nursery, LLC  
    Street Address:
    5614 State Route 19 N
    Belmont,  NY  14813 Phone: (585) 268-5535

Their support in the development of “Green Businesses” for our community reflects an understanding that “Green business” is a growing movement that intersects across sectors and industries.  Demand for green products and services is growing and companies big and small are paying attention, developing new product lines, and bringing innovation to the table.  Green businesses operate in ways that solve, rather than cause, both environmental and social problems.  These businesses adopt principles, policies, and practices that improve the quality of life for their customers, their employees, communities, and the environment.   Thank you for your support!

Additional support and assistance in developing your “Green Business Plan” will be offer through the Allegany Business Center

The winner of the Green business Plan Competition will receive $1500.00 towards their business and will be featured in press releases and on the Allegany Business Center’s Website.
For additional information on the “Green Business Plan Competition”, visit www.alleganybuisnesscenter.com or call (585) 268-7605 ext.1701.

 

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