OVERVIEW
The symposium will bring together researchers, educators, students, policymakers, and other stakeholders to engage in a collaborative discussion that addresses challenges in urban sustainability. Students and faculty will exhibit poster presentations on their research in the field of urban sustainability.
DATE: Thursday, November 19, 2020
TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM(PST)
SCHEDULE
09:00-09:10 am | Welcome Remarks, Emily Allen, Cal State LA
09:10-09:25 am | Keynote Speaker, Nancy Sutley, LADWP
09:25-09:35 am | Keynote Speaker, Ben Stapleton, USGBC-LA
09:40-09:55 am | Keynote Speaker, Eric Hoek, UCLA Sustainable LA Grand Challenge
09:55-10:10 am | Keynote Speaker, Stephen Jordan, Institute for Sustainable Development
10:10-10:25 am | Keynote Speaker, Cris Liban, LA Metro
10:35-11:10 am | Technical Panel Discussion
Sustainable & Resilient Urban Infrastructure, Wildfires, Environment, and Electrification
11:10-11:25 am | Featured Session, Introduction to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for Buildings and Roadways
11:25-11:55 am | Technical Panel Discussion
Sustainability Professionals and Campus Sustainability Plans
11:55-12:00 pm | Closing Remarks
12:00-12:30 pm | Virtual Happy Hour/Networking
TECHNICAL TOPICS
This virtual conference will present and explore a unique blend of technical topics on urban sustainability including:
- Social Sustainability
- Sustainable Environment
- Renewable Energy and Electrification
- Wildfires and Wildland–Urban Interface
- Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure
- Urban Sustainability in the Post-Pandemic Era
Welcome Remarks, Featured Speaker, and Keynote Speakers
Technical Panel Discussion 1
Featured Session
Technical Panel Discussion 2
PARTNERS
