Global Warming: Rising to the Challenge by Acting Locally

Posted by on August 6, 2007

PennFuture Conference: Global Warming: Rising to the Challenge by Acting Locally
When: Saturday, October 27
Where: Gwynedd Mercy College, Gwynedd Valley, PA

* Learn the latest on federal and state legislation and global warming science
* Discuss what Pennsylvania can do to slow global warming.
* Network with other activists from across the state and region.
* Hear experts and policymakers, including:
o John Carr, Secretary, Department of Social Development and World Peace of the United States Catholic Bishops’ Conference
http://www.usccb.org/sdwp/ejp/climate/index.shtml
o Richard Alley
http://www.geosc.psu.edu/people/faculty/personalpages/ralley/index.html
o Evan Pugh Professor of Geosciences, Penn State University

Registration is free, with lunch included. Some exhibit space available to organizations.
Space is limited – reserve your spot TODAY at http://www.pennfuture.org or by calling PennFuture at 717-214-7920 or 800-321-775 (toll free in Pennsylvania only). Sponsored by: Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future (PennFuture) Cosponsored by: The Mission and Values Committee of Gwynedd Mercy College and The Pennsylvania Interfaith Climate Change Campaign. This site is handicapped-accessible and served by Septa regional rail. Continental breakfast will be available onsite at 9:30 AM.

In recognition that we are meeting on the Jewish Sabbath, we have set aside time and space for a Shabbat morning service. Please let us know in advance if you wish to participate.


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