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Green New Deal Recap

Flash talks covered topics of sustainability, carbon capturing from cows and more.

Our attendees heard each speaker give a five-minute talk on an aspect of the Green New Deal. The featured speakers were:

  • Saleem Chapman – Office of Sustainability
  • Tiffany Threadgould – Terracycle
  • Megan Garner – Philadelphia School District
  • Timothy McDonald – Onion Flats
  • Chad Adams – Ground Plan Studio
  • Barbara Moore – Philadelphia Housing Authority
Photo: In Between Rivers

Tiffany Threadgould discussed LOOP, Terracycle’s way to bring back the milkman and cut our single-use plastic dependency.

Photo: In Between Rivers

Chad Adams of Ground Plan Studio challenged that animal agriculture can heal the earth instead of being destructive.

Photo: In Between Rivers

Rob Fleming discussed Woodstock and how the momentum of sustainability is continuing to grow. His Sustainability Leadership Certificate Program helps professionals accelerate the green momentum.

Photo: In Between Rivers

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Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake.

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