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Watt Stopper/Legrand, a locally-based company with 25 years of experience in energy-efficient lighting controls, will host a GreenFair on Friday, July 25, 2008, to help its employees and neighbors find green solutions for their daily lives.

The fair is just one part of the company’s overall commitment to being an environmentally responsible manufacturer and member of the community. Watt Stopper/Legrand’s GreenFair will showcase products and programs that help consumers and regional towns and cities conserve resources, save money and improve the future.

Mayors Patricia Mahan of Santa Clara and Barbara Spector of Los Gatos will address the gathering, meet with constituents and discuss their municipalities’ approaches to environmental issues. A representative from San Jose will discuss Mayor Chuck Reed’s Green Vision program.

Exhibitors will include a wide variety of organizations specializing in such fields as alternative transportation options, recycling programs and environmental advocacy. Consumer-oriented solutions to be showcased include environmentally friendly food, furniture, vehicles, and products and services for home improvement. Some of the products are organically or sustainably produced, while others are designed to help save resources.

GreenFair partners include Sustainable Silicon Valley, Sierra Club, 90 Degrees, 511 Regional Rideshare, Green Home Center, Frontier Ford, Hazardous Waste Recycling & Disposal, Stevens Creek Toyota, The Modern Pet, The Home Depot, The Green Energy Experts, Critchfield Construction, Watershed Watch, Green E-Motor, Trader Joe’s, Harvest Home Stores, FireClay Tile, Earth Bound Homes, Sun Power, VTA and Silicon Valley Power.

Watt Stopper/Legrand plans to welcome attendees with giveaways, refreshments and the opportunity to win raffle prizes. There is no cost to attend the GreenFair, but pre-registration is encouraged. For more information visit www.wattstopper.com/greenfair.

Watt Stopper/Legrand (www.wattstopper.com) is a leading manufacturer of energy efficient lighting controls for commercial and residential use. We help customers find convenient ways to save energy, meet green initiatives, and comply with energy codes with our comprehensive range of products, programs, and services. Legrand (www.legrandelectric.com), located in Limoges, France, is the world specialist in products and systems for electrical installations and information networks.