Our Green Bash

The Annual Summer Bash reflects Governor Jack Markell’s commitment to reducing our carbon footprint, and green is therefore the theme color of the event. Here are some ways we are striving to be as environmentally responsible as possible:

Electronic registration using solar-powered electricity negates the need for tree-killing paper -- which also takes up to 38% of U.S. landfills and is the largest single component of municipal solid waste
The tent, the sound system and the bathrooms are rented from local companies rather than a more distant venue requiring more fuel for farther transportation
The centerpiece flowers are potted rather than cut so they can be planted and reused
As much food as possible is locally grown or locally purchased
Useable leftover food is donated
The beer is locally produced -- no long-distance fuel usage -- and is served in kegs rather than bottles or cans
Soda cans and water bottles are recycled
Guests are encouraged to re-use their cups, and pens are provided to identify their cups
Paper plates and napkins are made from recycled materials

Please join us in reducing your carbon footprint however you can! And to read about Governor Markell's nationally recognized commitment to making this a cleaner, greener world via the Climate Prosperity Project, click here.