Mahalo to all the wonderful speakers, sponsors, attendees, and to Kamehameha Schools for hosting this great event. This was a Free gathering where Maui locals got to mingle with established Green businesses, and community organizations to become more educated on sustainability for Maui. Local Kahuna Kimokeo gave an early morning traditional blessing for the event and speakers throughout the day, including Gov. Linda Lingle’s Maui representative, George Kaya and Mayor Charmaine Tavares, spoke of the importance of sustainability and its future on Maui.

Attendees to the event also were able to purchase fresh local fruits and vegetables, sample food and food products, and receive information on the art and science of sustainability.

There was more than 30 vendors participating, including local farmers, renewable energy companies, and state and federal agencies. The expo also examined strategies from different companies on how to be sustainable as well as provide advice for individuals on ideas such as composting, community gardens, home wind and solar power production as well as conservation methods.

*All images taken by Maui EcoBroker Meghan Clair at event 2/21/09

The event was presented by the Kula Community Association and the Sustainable Living Institute of Maui and is sponsored by Dowling Co. and First Wind. Mahalos to Ron Montgomery for organizing this wonderful day upcountry!

Click here to see a recent Maui Weekly Article about the Sustainable Living Insitute of Maui, and a picture of Alex De Roode and Ron Montgomery.