The Eco Show 2009 will be held
November 13 & 14 (Fri. & Sat.)
at the Empire State Plaza
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ECO SHOW
Held in Albany NY at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center, November 14-15, 2008, the ECO Show is the
premier event of its kind in Upstate New York and Western Massachusetts. Its’ purpose is
to provide a venue that will educate, inform and enlighten both consumers and businesses about eco-friendly
"Green" products/services as well as organic alternatives to their lifestyles. It is also an event which
provides information about the many forms of alternative, renewable and sustainable energy, as well as
conservation, and recycling. We invite you to come and enjoy 100+ exhibitor booths, interactive seminars
as well as keynote speakers, who are true advocates and care for our environment.
Open to the public: Friday, Nov. 14th from 10am-6pm and Saturday, Nov. 15th from 10am-6pm
FREE EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS Friday, November 14th: 11:30am-12:30pm - Nanotechnology What is nanotechnology and how it is being
applied in the environmental field? This
course helps educate participants on the
current progress in nanotechnology and
it’s benefits for improving our quality of life
and that of the environment.
Speaker: To be announced soon
1:30pm-2:30pm - Recycling What are the current challenges with
recycling? What types of materials can
be recycled? Join us for this educational
seminar to find out what options are
available to not only expand current
recycling programs, but also what
individuals can do in their own communities
to proactively help recycling efforts
Speaker: To be announced soon
3:30pm-4:30pm - Alternative Energy There are many alternatives to oil and
coal when it comes to energy. Listen to
our panel of experts discuss your options
and how you can tap into green sources
of power and fuel. It’s easier than you
may think.
Speaker: To be announced soon
Saturday, November 15th: 11:00am-12:00pm - Mass Transit, Reurbanization & Brownfields As more and more people are starting to
move back to cities to escape high fuel
prices, how is the mass transit system
developing to meet the increased
demand? Also, how does Brownfield
restoration tie in to make the cities we
live in more habitable.
Speaker: To be announced soon
12:30pm-1:30pm - Environmental Hazards Many hazards exist around our homes and
businesses. From mold, cleaning supplies,
radon, carbon dioxide and more. Learn
how to identify environmental hazards in
your own environment and how to
protect yourself against it.
Speaker: To be announced soon
2:00pm-3:00pm - Nutrition and Organic Foods Are organic/natural foods any healthier than
non organic? What are the facts and
myths about organic food and what can
people do to improve their health with
the food choices they make.
Speaker: To be announced soon
3:30pm-4:30pm - Landfill vs. Waste to Energy The EPA estimates that the United States
produces nearly 220 million tons of trash
per year. When recycling efforts have been
exhausted, what other methods of disposal
are available? Join us to learn the pros and
cons of each method and which may
ultimately be best for the environment.
Speaker: To be announced soon
VENDORS
Here are a few of our featured vendors for the upcoming 2008 Eco Show:
ACT BIOENERGY
ADIRONDACK BASEMENT SYSTEMS
ADVANCED ENERGY PANELS
ADVANCED WATER SYSTEMS
ALBANY TIMES UNION
ASKCO ELECTRIC SUPPLY
BENJAMIN MOORE PAINTS
BEST FIRE
CARTRIDGE WORLD
CDTA
CKH INDUSTRIES
CLEAR CHANNEL
CLOUGH HARBOUR & ASSOCIATES LLP
COMFORT WINDOWS
EARL B. FEIDEN, INC.
EARTH'S OUR PRODUCTS
ECO RADIO NETWORK
ECO STUDENT AMBASSADORS
ECOS
EMPIRE SOLAR STORE
FAMILY CANDLE SHOP
FAMILY DANZ HEATING & COOLING
GENERAL MOTORS
GOTCANS.NET
GREEN DEPOT
GROSOLAR
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
HAMPTON INN & SUITES
HONEST WEIGHT FOOD COOP
HUFF ' N PUFF
I FILL INKJETS
ISAGENIX
JIMINY PEAK MOUNTAIN RESORT
JOHNSTON PAPER
JUICE PLUS+
LANGAN VW
M & J SALES
MACK BROOK FARM
NORTHEAST SPRAY FOAM
NYS D.E.C.
NYS DEPT. OF PUBLIC SERVICE
NYS ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES CORPORATION
NYS OGS
NYS OSC - OFFICE OF UNCLAIMED FUNDS
NYSERDA
OCEANA NATURALS (PURE SUNSCREEN)
ONE ENERGY & ZEROENERGY™ BUILDING INC.
PANTALONE CONSTRUCTION INC
PUREWATER TECHNOLOGY
RENEWABLE POWER SYSTEMS, LLC.
RENSSELAER HONDA
RESIDENTIAL ONE, LLC
SARATOGA PEANUT BUTTER
SEFCU
SOLAR WRIGHTS
SPITZIE'S MOTORCYCLE CENTER, INC
SUN DOG SOLAR
SUPERIOR BUSINESS PRODUCTS,INC.
TECHNOLOGY SURPLUS SUPER STORE
VESTA VAPOR/ SANITALL
WASTE MANAGEMENT & RECYCLING PRODUCTS
XPEDX
ZERODRAFT
EXHIBITOR FORM AND LEASE
Exhibitor space is now available for the 2008 show! Fill out our exhibitor lease
to ensure your place at The Eco Show. Operating Expenses for Electric and Internet Access (Optional)
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Increase your Organizations Visibility & Prestige with an Eco Show Sponsorship package.
Sponsorship levels: Gold:
Signage with company at event where applicable
Company name & logo in all pre-event mailings- deadlines permitting
On screen recognition where available
Recognition as a Gold sponsor on the sponsor list
½ 4 color ad in event program
Website link
Customized sponsorship plaque
TV and radio mention
Silver:
Signage with company at event where applicable
Recognition as a Silver sponsor on sponsor list
¼ page 4 color ad in event program
Website link
Customized sponsorship plaque Bronze:
Signage at event where applicable
Recognition as a bronze sponsor on sponsor list
Recognition in event program
Customized sponsorship plaque
Other sponsorship opportunities:
Special Forum Session:
Place your company’s name among the best Environmental and Waste Management companies in the world by sponsoring one of the Special Forum Sessions. The sessions are among the most popular events attended.
Attendee Tote Bags:
Eco Show attendees are always looking for bags to hold the materials they collect at the Show. Sponsoring the attendee bags is a guaranteed way of getting your company name into the hands of each attendee.
To become a sponsor, download our sponsorship form and contact Peter Muscanelli at (518) 393-1000.
OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL OF THE ECO SHOW
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Downtown
25 Chapel Street
Albany, NY 12210
Tel: (518) 432-7000 Fax: (518) 275-4502
Vendors please use promo code "ECO" when calling the hotel.Reservations must be made by October 15th for special rates
MAP AND DIRECTIONS From the North:
Take Interstate I-87 (Northway) to Interstate I-90 East (exit # 1E). Take Interstate I-90 East to Interstate 787 South. Take Exit #3A for the Empire State Plaza.
From the South:
Take New York State Thruway (Interstate 87) to Exit 23 - straight through Toll Booth to Interstate 787, then take Exit #3 for the Empire State Plaza.
From the East:
Take Interstate 90 West to Exit # B1 (I-90). Continue on I-90 to Interstate 787 South. Follow I-787 South to Exit #3A for the Empire State Plaza.
From the West:
Take the New York State Thruway (Interstate 90) to Exit 24 (Albany), proceed east on Interstate 90 to Interstate 787 South. Take exit # 3A for the Empire State Plaza.
Parking Map for the Empire State Plaza
CONTACT INFORMATION
For general inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or to reserve exhibitor booth space, please contact