Teachers and students are invited to submit entries to the “Energize PA” poster contest that encourages students to learn more about alternative energy. The contest is sponsored by the PA Waste Industries Association.

Entries are due September 21.

Pennsylvania is recognized as a national leader in building a new future with green energy – by converting landfill gas into usable energy.

The contest is one way to teachers and students to join the movement and help spread the word about the benefits of renewable – also known as green – energy to the people in local communities.

This statewide contest is open to all students graded K through 12. Every student entering will receive an acknowledgment of participation. Entries will be divided into three categories – elementary, middle and high school.

In each category, one first place winner will be awarded $500, one second place winner will receive $200.00 and one honorable mention prize of $100 will be given. All winning posters will be displayed in Harrisburg during the end of October, and selected entries will be displayed in the artists' communities.

For more information, visit the “Energize PA” Poster Contest webpage .

9/14/2007