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2225 days ago

Wellington After Paris civic Trust forum 15th September

Paul from Brooklyn

Wellington after Paris - Zero Carbon Capital City
WHEN: Saturday 15 September, 8:30am-3pm
WHERE: Ranchhod House (beside Preservatorium Café) 39 Webb Street, Te Aro, Wellington

Wellington can continue to be a vibrant place, while responding to the need to reduce emissions and adapt to a changing climate and rising sea levels. The “Wellington after Paris” Civic Trust forum offers a unique insight into the wellbeing, employment and resiliency benefits on offer when we make the transition to a zero carbon city.

Session 1: Economic Transformation - Carbon Neutrality
Session 2: Natural & Cultural Heritage - What will our city be like?
Session 3: Social/Community Implications - Shaping the city in the way we want

Speakers include:
Professor Arthur Grimes
Dr Russell Tregonning
Professor Jonathan Boston
Isabella Cawthorn
Kevin Hackwell
Tom Bennion
Catherine Leining
Danielle Shanahan

Register directly at eventbrite link bit.ly... Attendance is free with morning tea provided, but koha welcome.
Lunch available at $15 a head
More information at www.wellingtoncivictrust.org...

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