14th, 15th + 16th September 2018
Whether you’re already living an eco-friendly life or looking for a few ways to make a difference, visit the Brisbane Eco Expo and find like-minded people in a marketplace buzzing with proud owners and users of the industry’s best organic, natural and sustainable products.
Sector 1:
Home & Living
Green Energy, Sustainable, Renewable and Chemical-Free in areas of technology, finance, solar, transport, energy, renovations, homewares, household and gardening.
Sector 2:
Health & Food
Health and Fitness plus Natural, Fair-trade, Gluten-Free, Certified Organic, Vegan, Vegetarian, and Non-GMO food, beverages and wines.
Sector 3:
Family, Beauty & Lifestyle
Organic, Natural, Eco and Sustainable businesses in all areas of beauty, fitness, fashion, kids, family and decor.
Free Seminars
Free eco workshops and sustainability seminars are open to the public, including notable guest speakers such as legendary Sea Shepherd Captain Peter Hammarsted; sustainable gardener, Kate Wall; vegan activist, Scott Wallace; and Isabella Morand speaking on the Australian Conservation Foundation’s strategy to put climate damage on the agenda at the next Federal Election.
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TV climate change guru and documentarian, Khory Hancock, known as the ‘The Environmental Cowboy’, will host the ‘Progressive Picnic’ each day, a dining experience where guests can enjoy delicious foods accompanied by organic and vegan wines.
For Foodies
For foodies wanting to find new products that are the eco-friendly choice to every day alternatives, a dedicated sector offers food and wine options in chemical-free, natural, fair-trade, gluten-free, certified organic, and non-GMO.
Who loves the idea of a gourmet three course ‘progressive picnic’, paired with wine!? The Progressive Picnic is held daily in the Eco Expo VIP lounge, hosted by Brisbane eco event superheroes The Commune Space, along with The Environmental Cowboy, with an asian inspired menu designed by recent TV winners and celebrity chefs Alex and Emily.
People conscious about their health, wellbeing, and how diet impacts the environment will find the ‘Vegan Pop Up Market’ run by the Brisbane Vegan Market crew, along with vegan cooking demonstrations on stage by vegan celebrity chef, Alejandro Cancino.
For Families
The Brisbane Eco Expo is a family friendly event, where child attendance is encouraged. Children are our future and will be responsible for change and sustainable continuity, so bring them along to start learning of the greener choices they can make.
Children under 14 receive FREE entry to the Eco Expo, with a paying guardian.
Families will find a range of fun and engaging ‘How To’ workshops and performances for kids to inspire our future generation, including activities with Scouts Queensland as well as ‘The Recycleman’.
Meet mini movers and shakers such as 14 year old environmentalist and worldwide eco activist, Holley Somerville Knott, and Arlian Ecker known as the Plastic Free Boy, who’s just been on The Project for his documentary film on the problems and solutions of plastic pollution.
WHO WE ARE
The ‘Eco Expo’ is Australia’s largest sustainability expo open to the public. Sectors include Home & Living, Food & Health, and Family, Beauty & Lifestyle.
Whether you’re already living an eco-friendly life or looking for a few ways to make a difference, visit the Brisbane Eco Expo this September and find like-minded people in a marketplace buzzing with proud owners and users of the industry’s best organic, natural and sustainable products.
WHY #ONEECOSTEP
The theme for 2018 is ‘One Eco Step’, as the Eco Expo is not about pushing drastic measures but instead encouraging each of us to take just one step toward a sustainable lifestyle.
Take your #oneecostep at the Eco Expo, with all the information, products and support you need on your path.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Meet exhibitors from all industries as they come together to familiarise you with their one eco step, or to help you take yours.
Initiatives to encourage event attendees to take #oneecostep include ‘Eco Pledge’, ‘Eco Swag Bags’ for the event early-birds, a ‘Vegan Market’ zone, ‘The Commune Progressive Picnic’, plus special guest speakers with sustainability masterclasses, cooking demonstrations, DIYs, and seminars.
Each ticket purchased includes a $2 donation to your choice of one of three featured Eco charities, selected by a recycled token on entry to the event. Children under 14 free with paying guardian. Buy tickets online
MORE INFORMATION
The path to worldwide sustainability may be a long one, but it only takes #oneecostep to start! Take yours at the Eco Expo, Australia’s largest sustainability expo open to the public 10am-4pm daily, Friday 14 to Sunday 16 September 2018, at the Brisbane Showgrounds.