For the Greener Good
Conversations That Will Change the World
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Biographies
Scott Barrett
Director, International Policy Program; Professor of Environmental Economics and International Political Economy, SAIS at Johns Hopkins University
Juliet Eilperin
Washington Post Journalist
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For the Greener Good is a public series that affirms the National Building Museum's commitment to environmental sustainability. It calls on experts from diverse backgrounds to investigate links between environmental sustainability and design, public health, energy policy, bioscience, infrastructure, education, and even popular culture. The series features topics ranging from nuclear power to consumerism and urban slums to carbon storage. Participants will discuss ideas, experiences, and potential solutions in a public exchange at the Museum.
Upcoming Programs
For the Greener Good: A Green Apple
October 30, 2008
Many are surprised to hear that Manhattan is considered to be one of the greenest cities in the U.S. based on density, reliance on mass transit, and small carbon footprint.Listen as the NYC Transportation Commissioner, the Chief Urban Designer for New York City, and the Vice President of Sustainability for The Related Companies describe their visions for a green city.
For the Greener Good: Wanted: Power; Location: Anywhere but Here
November 24, 2008
As the country’s appetite for energy grows, there is a consensus that we need more power. But who wants a nuclear plant, wind farm, or transmission lines in their back yard? A panel featuring representatives from the Department of Energy; Tyson Slocum, director the non-profit group Public Citizen’s energy program; the Mayor of Port Gibson, Mississippi Fred Reeves; and New York Times journalist Matthew Wald, explore this heated issue. 1.5 LU (AIA)
For the Greener Good: Divorce Your Car
December 4, 2008
While public transportation use continues to rise in America, the overall number of people served is fairly small. What will it take to get Americans out of their cars? What is the role of private business in public transit? How do you provide a variety of transit options? How can we design neighborhoods that are more walkable and encourage public transit? Listen to Robin Chase, Co-founder, Zipcar and Founder and CEO, GoLoco; Bert Gregory, FAIA, President and CEO, Mithun Architects + Designers + Planners; and Shelley Poticha, President and CEO, Reconnecting America discuss how to encourage more energy efficient travel for the future. Juliet Eilperin, a journalist at The Washington Post, will moderate the program.
Past Programs
September 17, 2008
February 11, 2008
November 19, 2007
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