Sustaining Wisconsin's Environment & Economy: Responding to Climate Change

Second Annual Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison

Sustaining Wisconsin's Environment & Economy: Responding to Climate Change will explore one of the most critical issues facing our state.  More than 40 speakers from business, state government, non-profit organizations and academia will share the latest in scientific research, policy development and technical innovation, including:

• Growing risks to life and property of extreme weather events such as storms and floods.
• The challenge of assessing climate risks in the face of scientific uncertainty.
• Potential opportunities for business growth and job creation in energy efficiency, alternative fuels and other innovations.
• Risks to the health of Wisconsin citizens posed by a changing climate.
• Challenges faced by fish and wildlife, forests, water resources and other of Wisconsin’s natural resources.
• Introduction of a new statewide program to assess potential climate change impacts and develop adaptation strategies.

Conference registration closes on April 8, but space is limited, so please register soon to ensure your participation in this important event.

For information and to register go to www.nelson.wisc.edu/outreach/climate_change/

-- Kevin Gibbons