Knowledge by the Slice: Is Flint a Signal of Things to Come? Sept. 26
Posted by Penn Arts and Sciences on September 24, 2019
Is Flint a Signal of Things to Come? Our Nation’s Water Infrastructure Issues
Howard Neukrug, Professor of Practice, Earth and Environmental Science, and Executive Director of The Water Center at Penn
It’s no secret that the U.S. water infrastructure is failing. Flint, Michigan; Newark, New Jersey; and other cities are experiencing serious water crises. In his talk, Howard Neukrug, the former Commissioner and CEO of Philadelphia Water, will explain the underlying factors that led to these water crises and what can be done to minimize similar problems in the future.
Thursday, September 26 • Noon
Amado Recital Hall, Irvine Auditorium
3401 Spruce Street, Philadelphia
Penn Arts & Sciences’ Knowledge by the Slice lunchtime series offers engaging talks led by faculty experts. Did we mention there’s pizza? So sit back, relax, and have a slice on us.
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