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Whether you are from an established community or fast-growing community, hear from inspiring speakers, learn from been-there case studies and get actionable information to make your community more eco-effective.

This event brings together visionaries, national and local leaders who are at the forefront in sustainable urbanism, economics of sustainability, renewable energy, municipal food scrap recycling, transit-oriented development, energy-efficient housing, zero waste schools, local food systems and more.

GreenTown Grand Rapids, located at Grand Valley State University’s DeVos Center in downtown Grand Rapids, will feature such leaders in today’s sustainable movement as:

• Mayor George Heartwell, City of Grand Rapids
  Mayor Heartwell, acknowledged for his current tenure with the City of Grand Rapids, has led recent efforts to implement a variety of environmental measures within the metropolitan area. From the purchasing of renewable resource energy to the usage of alternative fuels in city vehicles, Heartwell has shifted the focus upon cutting-edge energy conservation measures. Grand Rapids has since been recognized as a "Center of Expertise" in sustainability by the United Nations for its leading efforts in becoming more sustainable.
• Mayor Bob Dixson, City of Greensburg, Kansas
  Recognized nationally for his work in facilitating the 'green' rebuilding of a town torn apart by a tornado in May 2007, Mayor Dixson will detail his efforts to sustainably transform the city of Greensburg. These initiatives include reducing the city's carbon footprint through renewable energy and alternative means of transportation, recreating a vital downtown and emphasizing walkability, greening buildings through stricter codes and providing economic and social equality for its citizens.
• Doug Farr, Author, Founder of Farr Associates Architecture and Urban Design, Inc.
  As an author and founder of a leading sustainable architectural and planning firm that has designed three LEED Platinum rated buildings in Chicago, Farr understands the necessity of sustainable urbanism within today's community and surrounding nature in mind.

GreenTown Chicago, located at the Columbia College Film Center in downtown Chicago, will feature unique, innovative commentary and discussion regarding sustainability and its interaction with today’s society. Please check back soon for a list of speakers at GreenTown Chicago.