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1:00pm - BC Hydro Power Hour: PowerSmart Relay Challenge

Win prizes and have fun learning how easy it is to save energy in this interactive obstacle course.

2:00pm - The World Needs Your Kid:
How to Raise Children Who Care and Contribute

With Marc Henry, Me to We/Free the Children
In this powerful session, Marc will discuss simple actions we can all take that lead to big change; the power of stories to motivate a positive lifestyle; and why 'the world needs your kid'. The presentation will include some of the startling research and statistics on raising today's youth. Get ready to be the change you wish to see in the world!

3:00pm - Sears: Energy Savings at Home

Energy efficiency as a strategy to conserve resources, save money and curb greenhouse gas emissions has never been more important. Find out why Sears was named Energy Star Retailer of the Year in 2008 and 2009, and where and how simple efficiencies related to your choice of appliances can save you up to 30% on your utility bills.

Dianne Dillon-Ridgley, Director, Interface Inc.

James Gray-Donald, Associate VP, Sustainability Leader, Sears Canada

Jim Nelson, Senior Marketing Manager, BC Hydro Power Smart

4:00pm - City of Vancouver: Becoming the World's Greenest City by 2020

Sadhu Johnston, Deputy City Manager, City of Vancouver
Vancouver is situated in an exceptional natural environment and is often cited as one of the best cities in the world to live, work, visit or invest in. Vancouver also has one of the smallest carbon footprints of any major city in North America and it's a leader in green building, planning and technology. Come find out about Vancouver's plans to become carbon neutral and about how the City plans on earning the title of becoming the greenest city in the world by 2020.

5:00pm - Taking a 'Grassroots' Approach to Greening Your Workplace

TJ Galda, Computer Graphics Supervisor,
Electronic Arts Canada
Taking a grassroots approach to 'greening' his workplace, TJ Galda started the 'Green Team' at EA Canada. This team has consulted on and initiated a number of initiatives to help minimize the environmental footprint of the EA organization. Hear from TJ about how YOU can help protect the planet by starting a Green Team in your own workplace, school or organization.

6:00pm - Dr. Art Hister, Global TV Health Correspondent

Best known as TV correspondent for "Health Headlines" on the Global TV Morning News, Dr. Art Hister will take the EPIC Main Stage to tackle the health issues we all face to help us enjoy a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle. Be sure to join Dr. Art as he examines the lighter side of medical humour.

7:00pm - Power Plant Presentations

Presented by Limelight Event Marketing
'Power Plant' is a unique and sociable networking event in Vancouver for a dynamic crowd of sustainable business leaders, social entrepreneurs, eco-adventurers, and green artists. Join the Power Plant crew to watch up-and-coming eco-community leaders deliver rapid-fire presentations in three minutes or less during this fun, informal but informative speaker series.

Presenters:

Lorien Henson, Founder & Creative Director, Limelight Event Marketing (Moderator)

Carissa Vados, Public Relations Coordinator, Fair Trade Vancouver

Ajay Puri, Co-Founder, Rangi Changi Roots: Many Cultures, One Climate

Emily Jubenvill, Co-Organizer, Carrotmob Vancouver

Annalea Krebs, CEO & Founder, TheChange.com

Jamie Ollivier, Sponsor & Partner Liason, Velopalooza