Transition Libraries

When: Friday, January 23, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Blair-Caldwell Library, 2401 Welton Street, Denver

This free conference will provide an opportunity to learn about the challenges and opportunities that will shape our future. Come hear passionate presenters share information about climate change, peak oil and how we can assist our communities in making a positive transition away from fossil fuels and toward a more sustainable future.

Featured Speakers (Morning) 10:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

• Prof. Debra Slone (Univ. of S. Florida) – The Role of Libraries in a Post Peak Oil Society
• Leslie Glustrom (Clean Energy Action) – Fossil Fuel Reality and a Renewable Energy Future
• Kenzie Davison (Transition Denver) – The Transition Towns/City Movement

Elements of Transition (Afternoon Panel Discussion) 2 - 3:30 p.m.

• Ellen Rosenthal (Living Earth Center) – Permaculture and Growing Food Locally
• Annelle Norman (Homeopathic Practitioner) - Sustainable Medicine
• Mickki Langston (Mile High Business Alliance) - Growing the Local Economy
• Marilyn Megenity (Mercury Cafe) - Sustainable Business and Nourishing Community
• Peter Roper (CU Boulder Environment Center) - Sustainable Transportation