10th AltBuild Expo, the largest and most-respected green building and design expo in SoCal, takes place May 10-11th at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium from 10am - 5pm both days. Presented by the City of Santa Monica.
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AltBuild is for those committed to OR curious about sustainable living through design, including general public and all design/building/architecture professionals. Features 40+ prominent speakers addressing sustainable and alternative building practices; and 100+ exhibitors covering green building / water / energy issues across the board.
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Programming / Exhibits / Lectures / Hands-On -- details at WWW.ALTBUILDEXPO.COM
Some hands on highlights:
* DIY compost bins + instruction on composting (both days)
* Ask An Expert- architecture and landscaping.
* Saturday programming- several DIY workshops
* National Wildlife Federation will feature an interactive display with rescued wildlife
* Creating wildlife-friendly backyard
* Craftsman Pavilion
* Habitat for Humanity
* House Audit companies – learn all about it!
* Energy Upgrade California and Energy Upgrade Los Angeles are offering the substantial rebate for remodels - education van present, as well as multiple contractors that can carry out the various elements- lighting, building, solar etc.
* Theodore Payne Foundation, with plants that can be purchased on site.
* The Cafe- will have "sustainable food"
