2026 CLIMATE SOLUTIONS FAIR RECAP
The Climate Solutions Fair took place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at The Plant for a full day of community engagement, education, and action around climate change solutions.
A huge thank you to NC WARN, Chatham Climate Action Network, Haw River Assembly, and The Plant, for helping bring together local organizations, businesses, educators, artists, and residents to explore practical responses to climate concerns and sustainable solutions. Check out photos from the event below!
2026 Climate Solutions Fair Schedule
Additional programming included:
Interactive demonstrations
A Visit with Friends - CLAWS — Starrlight Mead
Information from non-profits, businesses and local government about climate resiliency
Kids’ activities, including solar-themed projects
EnviroScape 3-D watershed models for hands-on environmental learning
A screening of the film “True Cost of Power” presented by NC WARN
A community panel discussion following the film screening
Guided nature tours of The Plant
The fair will also include a special “Stories from Chantal” space, where attendees can share stories and reflect on the impact of Tropical Storm Chantal, the severe storm that caused widespread damage in July 2025. For more details, visit www.hawriver.org/climate-action-fair.
Volunteers Needed! Join our volunteer team to help set up, staff a booth or activity, or break down at the end of the evening. Email events@hawriver.org to volunteer.
General Schedule
12:00 PM–4:00 PM: Vendors and community organizations will host informational tables
12:00 PM–4:00 PM: Children’s activities
1:00 PM–2:00 PM: Film screening and panel discussion
2:00 PM: First nature walk with Lyle Estill
3:00 PM: Second nature walk with Lyle Estill
Music
12:15 PM-1:00 PM Esthimer & Cole
2:00 PM-2:45 PM SongRising
3:15 PM-4:00 PM Purple Snakes
Bike Ride!
11:30 AM: Adult riders can meet at Pittsboro Pop-Up Park (50 W. Salisbury St.) with the ride ending at The Plant
12:00 PM: Families with young children are invited to join at the SECU parking lot (630 East St.) for a quieter, family-friendly 0.8-mile ride ending at The Plant
Stories from Chantal
A special feature will be a space for “Stories from Chantal", where attendees can share stories and reflect on the impact of Tropical Storm Chantal, the severe storm and flooding that caused widespread damage in July 2025. Participants can identify locations on a map of Chatham where significant damage to their driveways, yards, cars or house occurred. This information is being gathered to help further understand the full impacts of the damage done in Chatham County by Tropical Storm Chantal, beyond the reported damage from DOT roads and emergency operations reports.
If you are not able to attend the Fair on May 30, but if you would like to contribute your information to the Chantal mapping project, you can still take part. Send your information by email to chantalchatham@gmail.com, including your address, (or road and closest crossroad) and brief details of the damage that happened from Chantal. We will add this information to the map.
Another exciting part of the Climate Solutions Fair! Stop by the big white Roam Paint Press art truck to print your own climate-themed tote bag or t-shirt with our special Haw River Assembly linocut design created in collaboration with Paperhand Puppet Intervention.
Choose from tote bags and t-shirts in earth and water-inspired colors, with prices ranging from $10–25 depending on the item. Pre-stamped items will also be available for those on the go!
Jessica Cecchini of Roam Paint Press will be offering interactive printmaking fun throughout the event. No registration required — items available first come, first serve.
Documentary Showing & Panel
About This Event
Film: The True Cost of Power
Date & Time: Saturday, May 30 from 1-2 pm
Location: Wheelhouse Room in Fair Game Beverage Company at The Plant (220 Lorax Ln, Pittsboro, NC)
Join NC WARN as they showcase their film, "The True Cost of Power: Duke Energy’s Climate Deception” during the Climate Solutions Fair at The Plant on Saturday, May 30. The film outlines how, for decades, Duke Energy leaders have misled the public about the dangers of its fossil fuel use while also positioning itself as a clean leader and harming our local communities. The documentary features voices from prominent scientists, journalists and community leaders, and will introduce an NC WARN campaign to finally get our state on the right side of the climate emergency.
Capacity is limited, so make sure to RSVP!
A Visit With Friends- CLAWS
12:00 PM 4:00 PM
Starrlight Mead (130 Lorax Lane Pittsboro)
What a fun opportunity to bring your family to the meadery to see these special guest visitors!
CLAWS is bringing its group of winged friends to the meadery for a visit! See owls, hawks, and grip the Raven up close and personal and learn more about the efforts of this great non-profit!