PRESS ROOM

ROYAL OAK, Mich., 

ROYAL OAK, Mich. — The Detroit Zoo is leading the charge for sustainability with its GreenFest and E-Recycling events, both taking place on April 20 and 21. These events serve as a beacon of environmental stewardship, inspiring action and fostering a culture of eco-consciousness within the community.

GreenFest, presented by Consumers Energy, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days, features an immersive experience with live music, green food trucks, an eco-friendly marketplace, hands-on activities and unforgettable encounters with the animals who call the Zoo home. GreenFest is free with Zoo admission and free for members. As a bonus, the first 250 groups on each event date will receive a 2-gallon bucket of Zoo Poo compost.

“Consumers Energy is thrilled to partner with the Detroit Zoo and share our mission to protect the planet,” said Tonya Berry, Consumers Energy senior vice president. “We’re excited to present GreenFest and give the next generation the tools and inspiration to do their part.”

Simultaneously, E-Recycling, presented by Suburban Subaru of Troy, running from 9 a.m. to noon, offers an opportunity for the community to contribute to waste reduction efforts. This event takes place in the Zoo’s parking lot and is free for anyone to attend. Participants can responsibly dispose of electronic waste and, in return, receive one Zoo admission ticket or two for large loads.

“The Detroit Zoo’s E-Recycling events aim to provide a service to the community. We want to help you recycle materials that can be diverted from the landfill. In turn, we can work together to create a more circular economy that benefits habitats and our homes,” said Andy McDowell, sustainability manager for the Detroit Zoological Society.

For more information, please visit www.detroitzoo.org/events.

GreenFest is also supported by Meijer and the Suburban Collection, which will showcase a variety of electric vehicles at the event.