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Environmental threats to land, water, and climate are more likely to impact low income, minority, and tribal populations. Renowned and engaged speakers will tackle thorny issues such as economic impacts from environmental efforts, engaging resistant communities in understanding climate change impacts, food scarcity and food waste diversion, sparking energy policy that protects under-served populations, balancing economic development with natural landscapes, and more. Re-imagine a just environmental law and policy platform in Iowa by attending this event that ensure the work we do as individuals, businesses, and organizations is bringing everyone to the table. Join us for this critical conversation to improve Iowa's environment for all.
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Throughout the Midwest, cities and towns are grappling with environmental challenges brought on by extreme weather events and legacy industrial and agricultural issues - and often communities of color and low income communities are hit the hardest. Emily Rhodes of the Midwest-based Delta Institute will share their approach to community-based work that strives to be inclusive of diverse viewpoints, oriented towards fairness and justice, and committed to mutual benefits. Through examples of local projects, including brownfield re-visioning in Waterloo and climate resilience work in a small community in Michigan, the keynote will explore the importance of equitable engagement and how to take a holistic view of community needs, assets, and, outcomes when addressing environmental challenges.
Thursday, September 27, 2018
8:00 AM CDT - 5:00 PM CDT
Holiday Inn Des Moines - Airport
6111 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321
Thursday, September 27, 2018
8:00 AM CDT - 5:00 PM CDT
Holiday Inn Des Moines - Airport
6111 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321