The problem in the world I am most passionate at solving is…
How much better would your Saturday night be if you knew you were partying to help the environment. What if there was a place that you actually wanted to go, offered a classy, fun and cultural environment and did everything in its power to “be green” behind the scenes.
We are talking luxurious recyclables, renewable recourses and organic bliss. You’d think you died and went to LED heaven.
An opportunity that I would like to take advantage of would be joinning the world of becoming GREEN. People are realizing the impact that we are having on the planet and more and more people are opting for a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. Every part of one’s lifestyle is affected by deciding to take on a green life, from grocery shopping to throwing out the trash so who said that it all has to be all work and no play. That’s where I come in.
Staying true with my passion for music, cultures, dancing and the magic of living a nightlife I would create an nightclub that would be somewhat eco-friendly. Of course there are limits to what one can do but every little thing counts.
The video below combines my dream of innovation and steps towards becoming self sufficient. Imagine the utility bill for a nightclub, now imagine that bill shrinking all with the busy steps of Latin salsa dancers or the jumping around of the ravers drowning in house music.
I began my academic career wanting to go into interior design but then discovered the passion I had for the business world; nevertheless, style and taste will not be sacrificed in the production of this work. There are many high-end, low energy alternatives now-a-days from low flow faucets to LED lighting and bamboo flooring, looks are no longer an excuse for not being “Green”.
Going green does however come with a nice little pricetag. Eco-friendly products usually cost more (if you don’t believe me walk through the organic section of your supermarket). Club owner and entrpreneur Jon Bakhshi estimated that most clubs in NY take about $1,ooo,ooo to start and his club “Greenhouse” which he is looking to get a LEED certification for cost him about $2,ooo,000 in order to upgrade to eco-friendly components (‘Green’ Nightclub Trend Comes to NY).
As you have probably already noticed, I am not the first to think of this idea, but I am inspired to make the idea unique and customize it to fit this area. This would bring something different to Raleigh, and with all these environmentally conscious students, I feel like this would be an ideal opportunity to pursue.
I found information on start ups and specifically how the green trend has already hit some major parts of the world:
http://blog.globalbx.com/2009/08/31/how-do-i-find-new-business-opportunities-in-my-area/
