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Build it Black: World Building, Green Tech, & Policy

Climate change disproportionately impacts Black communities across the country and the problem is only getting worse. As we create solutions to this crisis, we must ensure that they are inclusive to Black problem solvers across policy, technology, and business. Our panel discussed the progress of environmental policies and practices made in Black communities. Speakers include:

Cecile Brown
Communications Manager, Environmental Defense Fund

Dr. Dena Montague
Co-Founder and Executive Director, EnergieRich

Jacqueline Scott
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto/Black Outdoors

Dr. Katlyn Turner
Research Scientist, MIT Media Lab

Kenya Wright
Founder, Butterfly Bearthworks

 
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Sister Nature: Black and Brown Women in Environmental Justice