Storm Approaching! Overshoot, the Energy Conundrum and Climate Change
Storm Approaching! Overshoot, the Energy Conundrum and Climate Change Dr. William E. Rees, Professor Emeritus, University of British Columbia Ecological footprint inventor and One Earth co-founder Bill Rees spoke on 5 October 2019, as part of the event "Lighter Living: Better Everyday Lives for People and the Planet" in Vancouver at Simon Fraser University. His talk is 20 minutes long. For the full event video (1 hour 45 mins), please see: youtu.be/kHw7K3pxaNY The evening was a chance to explore how to mainstream environmental sustainability into our daily lives, here in the region. Speakers shared the possibility space around sustainable lifestyles. They also revealed the magnitude and urgency of changes needed. We engaged in a conversation with fellow participants to identify commitments and actions on lighter living. The event was organized by One Earth with Vancity, The City of Vancouver and SFU's Vancity Office of Community Engagement. With thanks to Richard Maerov (Podium Productions) for the video and editing.
