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Submit your session proposal to Green Building United by Jan 17th

Have an idea you want to share with other local green pros? Here’s your chance.

Green Building United’s tenth annual Sustainability Symposium is returning on May 1st at Penn State at The Navy Yard. The Symposium is a full day and one half-day of educational sessions covering cutting edge green building and sustainability topics and industry best practices.

Experts across the region and beyond gather to discuss their current work, opportunities for social, environmental, and economic impact, and challenges ahead in the sustainability field.

Have an idea for a session? Visit the Green Building United Symposium website (and scroll to the bottom) to apply:

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Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.

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