In anticipation of the NO IMPACT MAN New York premiere on September 11th, GrowNYC is hosting solar-powered preview screenings at several Greenmarket locations (see below for all locations).

About the film: Author Colin Beavan, in research for his next book, began the No Impact Project in November 2006. A newly self-proclaimed environmentalist who could no longer avoid pointing the finger at himself, Colin leaves behind his liberal complacency for a vow to make as little environmental impact as possible for one year. No more automated transportation, no more electricity, no more non-local food, no more material consumption…no problem. That is, until his espresso-guzzling, retail-worshipping wife Michelle and their two year-old daughter are dragged into the fray. Laura Gabbert and Justin Schein’s film provides a front row seat into the familial strains and strengthened bonds that result from Colin’s and Michelle’s struggle with this radical lifestyle change.

Stop by, enjoy a clip, learn about solar power from a Solar1 volunteer, and get a free seed packet. You might see yourself in the film’s Union Square Greenmarket footage!