Since the very first Jewlicious Festival in 2005, we have discussed Judaism and the environment. We’ve highlighted “greenkeit†from recycling in Jerusalem to ecology and Judaism. Last year we stopped printing the programs individually to save paper. We print large copies of the program and post them on the walls. However, in 2008, we are going green. In an effort to make Jewlicious reflect our own values and the values of many of the participants, this year’s Festival is going green.Participants will notice our green efforts, to not only limit the impact of our festival on the environment, but to engage each other on green issues more than ever before.
For example, we are using sustainable cotton t-shirts from American Apparel, recycled paper for posters and programs, soy-based inks. We are using green compostable plates & cups made from sugar cane fibers and composting our waste. In collation with Long Beach Conservation Corps, we will be recycling all bottles and cans. The LBCC program helps Long beach teenagers finish their high school education, by involvement in community service projects. All funds from the recycling go to help the Corps.
Long Beach Water Department, a national leader in conservation and water use reduction, will be educating participants about water use. The LBWD will be creating an educational booth at the Jewlicious Souk, specifically aimed at educating young, apartment renting adults.
There will be a green kosher food table at the Jewlicious Souk, showcasing foods that are both green and kosher. There is also an electric car/alt fuel vehicles exhibit in planning, where participants can learn about alternatives gas-n-go lifestyles. Participants can bring old electronics and we are planning an electronic recycling booth on Friday when you arrive. And there will be more green stuff going down too!
I’ve found an interesting site with various podcasts on renewable energies.
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