Sustainability Gateway—Events
Sustainability Events
This Calendar lists sustainability events at the University of Washington
(UW) and around the region, particularly those focused on higher education.
To add your event to the list, please email: poe@u.washington.edu.
Check out links to regional sustainability calendars.
October 26, 2007 :: Dr. David Suzuki speaks at Cascadia Convergence 2007
Sustainable Seattle and the Cascadia Convergence 2007 team would like to invite you to an inspiring presentation by Dr. David Suzuki on October 26 at 7:00 PM at Town Hall.
Dr. David Suzuki, well-known scientist and environmental activist, will address "Sustainability within a Generation" and the urgent need for climate action. Dr. Suzuki, featured in the recently released film, 11th Hour narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, has helped expand public awareness on issues like the climate crisis, peak oil and threatened ecosystems that sustain our quality of life. The evening also includes a panel discussion with local community leaders like KC Golden of Climate Solutions on how to accelerate a path forward in our bioregion, Cascadia.
For more information, please see http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/19665
November 5-6 , 2007 :: Building Brand and Business Value through Retail Sustainability seminar
University of Washington, Seattle - This intensive two-day seminar explores why and how many of the nation’s most successful retailers are integrating sustainability into their operations and branding strategies.
For more information, please see the seminar website.
November 13-17, 2007 :: North American Association for Environmental Education Annual Conference
Virginia Beach, Virginia - The theme of the North American Association for Environmental Education's 36th Annual Conference is "Come to the Coast...Explore New Horizons For Environmental Education."
Please the Conference website for more information.
Other Events Calendars
City
of Seattle (Office of Sustainability and the Environment)
Con.Web (supported by Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance)
Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
King
County Construction Recycling
King
County Green Building
Northwest Association of Environmental
Professionals
Northwest EcoBuilding Guild
Northwest
Energy Efficiency Alliance
Northwest Environmental
Business Council
Northwest Environment
Watch
Northwest Product
Stewardship Council
Northwest Seed (Sustainable Energy for Economic Development)
Pomegranate Center
Puget Sound Regional Council
Resource
Venture
Seattle
Tilth
Washington State
Department of Ecology: Toward a Sustainable Washington