Symposium on International Relations 2019 - Food Matters! Combat Hunger - Reduce Waste - Create Energy

Symposium on International Relations 2019 - Food Matters! Combat Hunger - Reduce Waste - Create Energy

Location

CT Agricultural Experiment Station, Jones Auditorium
123 Huntington Street
New Haven Connecticut 06511
Connecticut US
Friday, May 17, 2019 - 8:30am

The governments of the US, Canada and Mexico have an agreed upon an objective: environmental cooperation. By sharing ideas and working at the local level, the countries seek to protect North America’s environment while supporting sustainable economic development.

A secure and equitable food supply and a clean, sustainable energy supply are critical needs for all North Americans. The speakers will describe how these needs are being addressed on the international and local level, through legislation, education, economic innovation and the distribution of food.

 Panelists:

    • U.S. SenatorRichard Blumenthal
    • David Donaldson, Program Manager, Commission for Environmental Cooperation
    • Samuel King, Director of Development, Blue Earth Compost
    • Bernie Beaudreau, CEO, Connecticut Food Bank

Moderator: Nancy Ruther, Principal, Gazelle International

This is the last SIR that the League is planning to hold. This forum is open to the public. Advance registration is $12 for students and teachers and $25 for adults. A continental breakfast is included.

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Contact Information
Jean Rabinow
LEAGUE [at] COMCAST.NET