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CLIMATE-CHANGE ADAPTATION STRATEGIES: FROM INTERNATIONAL, NATIONAL, STATE AND CITY PERSPECTIVES Climate news stories often discuss the effects of a warming climate, and what the future might hold for humanity. But less frequently does society hear what policy makers and scientists suggest as ways in which such change might be best managed. Buying compact-fluorescent light bulbs seems like a fine first step, but what bigger picture solutions exist? Paty Romero-Lankao, a National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) scientist, will explore how population-dense megacities in developing nations manage vulnerability to climate change risks such as heat waves, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events.
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GIANTS AMONG MEN: Helping Elephants and People Live Together in One of the Harshest Regions of the World In a groundbreaking effort over the past nine years, The WILD Foundation – a Boulder-based nonprofit organization – has worked with researchers, communities, governments and schools to protect a unique herd of elephants in Mali, West Africa. Encroaching deserts and human settlements have pushed this herd of 550 elephants to the only remaining place they can live – the arid desert in Central Mali. This unique herd traverses the longest annual migration ever recorded, traveling some 400 kilometers each year in search of food and water. In this evening presentation, WILD’s President Vance Martin will tell the story of these desert elephants, their ‘great migration and WILD’s ongoing work to ensure the herd’s long-term survival through community engagement and mobilization.
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Boulder Conversations with Extraordinary People: Carl Worthington Since 1962, Carl A. Worthington & Associates has focused on Architecture, Urban Design and Master Planning for significant work, not measured by size, but by relevance to how a project’s development impacts its investors, the community, the built-environment, and setting. Projects such as the Denver Technological Center, Westminster Promenade, Downtown Pearl Street Mall in Colorado, and the Kigali City Master Planning in Rwanda have been highlights in his prominent career. Working around the world in over 14 countries, he has been creating complex themed mixed-use environments. Complimentary wine and cheese will be served.
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Boulder Conversations with Extraordinary People: Stephen Tebo Stephen Tebo, founder and owner of the Tebo Development Co., began his career shining shoes when he was eight years old. When Stephen was eleven years old he discovered his passion for collecting coins. A passion for coins combined with an incredible business savvy led Stephen to create a coin collecting business. The coin business was so successful that it paid for his college tuition. After graduating from Fort Hays Kansas State College, Stephen headed to the Rocky Mountains. Stephen arrived in the majestic city of Boulder, CO and opened Tebo Coin. He went on to achieve success as a coin dealer and real-estate developer. Complimentary wine and cheese will be served.
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WALK OUT WALK ON. A Learning Journey into Communities Daring to Live the Future Now Are You a Walk Out? Join Meg and Deborah for a conversation about their new book, "Walk Out Walk On: A Learning Journey into Communities Daring to Live the Future Now." Come learn about the people they met in seven communities around the world who have walked out of limiting beliefs and assumptions and walked on to create healthy and resilient communities. These Walk Outs who Walk On use their ingenuity and caring to figure out how to work with what they have to create what they need. Perhaps you’re one, too.Complimentary light refreshments served. Margaret (Meg) Wheatley, Ed.D., is a well-respected writer, speaker, and teacher for how we can accomplish our work, sustain our relationships, and willingly step forward to serve in this troubled time. She is co-founder and President emerita of The Berkana Institute, an organizational consultant since 1973, a global citizen since her youth, a prolific writer, and a happy mother and grandmother. She has authored six books, including the classic "Leadership and the New Science," and, most recently, "Perseverance"(2010); and "Walk Out Walk On: A Learning Journey into Communities Learning to Live the Future Now"(2011). |
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GIANTS AMONG MEN: Helping Elephants and People Live Together in One of the Harshest Regions of the World In a groundbreaking effort over the past nine years, The WILD Foundation – a Boulder-based nonprofit organization – has worked with researchers, communities, governments and schools to protect a unique herd of elephants in Mali, West Africa. Encroaching deserts and human settlements have pushed this herd of 550 elephants to the only remaining place they can live – the arid desert in Central Mali. This unique herd traverses the longest annual migration ever recorded, traveling some 400 kilometers each year in search of food and water. In this evening presentation, WILD’s President Vance Martin will tell the story of these desert elephants, their ‘great migration and WILD’s ongoing work to ensure the herd’s long-term survival through community engagement and mobilization.
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