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St. Paul’s going green this summer! Today marked the kickoff of Visit St. Paul’s summer tourism promotion: Code Green. Focused on the concept of green living, sustainability, and culture in our capital city, Code Green will merge the eco-friendly with the high-tech (and toss in a bevy of super cool prizes along the way).

Here’s how it works:

Beginning June 18th, the Code Green website will feature a map with participating locations around the city. Users can go to each of said locations (once per day) and scan the displayed QR code with their smartphone. Upon scanning, they will be presented with a micro-website that gives the user a branded experience based on the specific location, including eco-friendly facts, initiatives, and touristy tips. The user is also presented with a chance to win the various “green” prizes that are being given away. The grand prize? None other than a Chevrolet Volt!

Code Green runs from Saturday, June 18 through October 1, so take some time this summer to explore and celebrate the city, learn a little about living green, and maybe even snag a prize. It’s a win-win-win!

Participating CODE GREEN Locations

City Hall
Como Zoo
District Energy St. Paul
Landmark Center
Lupient Chevrolet of Bloomington
Minnesota Children’s Museum
McNally Smith College of Music
Ordway Center
Park Square Theatre
Rosedale Center
Saint Paul Public Library
Saint Paul RiverCentre
Saint Paul Riverfront Corporation
Science Museum of Minnesota
SteppingStone Theatre
Whole Foods – Grand Avenue

Prizes

2011 Chevy Volt courtesy of Lupient Chevrolet of Bloomington
Bryant Energy Efficient furnace donated by Uptown Heating and Cooling
Energy Star rated Washer and Dryer donated by All Inc.
Globe Bicycle donated by One on One Bicycle and Go Coffee
Black and Decker Electric Mower donated by Lowe’s and Black and Decker

For more info visit www.saintpaulcodegreen.com