2021 URBAN SUSTAINABILITY SYMPOSIUM
The symposium will bring together researchers, educators, students, policymakers, and other stakeholders to engage in a collaborative discussion that addresses challenges in urban sustainability. Students and faculty will exhibit poster presentations on their research in the field of urban sustainability.
Date: Thursday, November 18, 2021
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM(PST)
SCHEDULE
09:55-10:10 am | Keynote Speaker, Denise DeLuca, International Society of Sustainability Professionals
10:10-10:25 am | Keynote Speaker, David Peterson, U.S. Department of Energy
11:25-11:55 am | Technical Panel Discussion 2
11:55-12:00 pm | Closing Remarks
12:00-12:30 pm | Virtual Happy Hour/Networking
TECHNICAL TOPICS
This virtual conference will present and explore a unique blend of technical topics on urban sustainability including:
- Sustainable Water Resources and Droughts
- Sustainable Environment
- Renewable Energy and Electrification
- Wildfires and Wildland–Urban Interface
- Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure
- Urban Sustainability and Pandemics
WELCOME REMARKS
Emily Allen
Dean, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
California State University, Los Angeles
SYMPOSIUM SPEAKERS
Michael Gallis
CEO
Gallis and Associates
MaryAnne Howland
Co-Chair
American Sustainable Business Council
Founder & CEO
Global Diversity Leadership Exchange
Denise DeLuca
President
International Society of Sustainability Professionals
Greg Spotts
Chief Sustainability Officer and Assistant Director, StreetsLA
City of Los Angeles
David Peterson
Technology Manager, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office
U.S. Department of Energy
Caroline Choi
Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs
Southern California Edison
Moderator: Marjorie Alexander
Host & Producer
A Sustainable Mind Podcast
Education & Engagement Manager
Green Building United
Welcome Remarks and Keynote Speakers
Speakers for Technical Panel Discussion 1
Peter Lupoff
CEO
Net Impact
Adda Athanasopoulos-Zekkos
Associate Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of California, Berkeley
Sara Meerow
Assistant Professor, School of Geographical Science and Urban Planning
Arizona State University
Moderator: Marjorie Alexander
Host & Producer
A Sustainable Mind Podcast
Education & Engagement Manager
Green Building United
Technical Panel Discussion 1 and Keynote Speaker
Speakers for Technical Panel Discussion 2
Nico Bouwkamp
Technical Program Manager
California Fuel Cell Partnership
Max Accordino
Business Development Manager
Horizon Educational
Brian DeBruine
Chief Technology Officer
New Day Hydrogen
Director and Founder
Colorado Hydrogen Network
Moderator: David Blekhman
Professor, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
California State University, Los Angeles
