13 Feb 2017
00:00
Choke Points // Global Water, Food, and Energy Crises
Lecture by Liz Kirkwood, Executive Director of FLOW (a water law and policy center), and an environmental lawyer, highlights water, energy, and environmental governance issues. She was the leading force in shaping the “Oil & Water Don’t Mix” campaign to address the Line 5 pipeline in the Straits of Mackinac. Organised by Circle of Blue.
Water outlines Michigan’s geography and culture. And, with climate change and national water scarcity, it could define a much greater share of our economy. Mr. Schneider reports on the mega trends influencing global water supply and use. Demand for energy and food in an era of diminishing fresh water reserves has weakened national economies, destabilized governments, touched off civic rebellions, and put pressure on the world’s biggest financial institutions.
6pm 1607 Robinson Road SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506 United States Source:WMEAC website
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13 February 20176pm 1607 Robinson Road SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506 United States Source:WMEAC website