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Larry Confino/2023/83 Min/Sustainability, Energy, Agriculture
Teens and young adults are encouraged to attend.
“A look inside the new eco-friendly Ann Arbor development to be featured on PBS”- Ryan Stanton
Film Description: Companies and organizations are increasingly leading the way to a United States economy driven by renewable energy and sustainability. In this series comprised of short documentaries, CEOs and upper management at a variety of companies, non-profits and government agencies will present their science based solutions and visions for the future. We also focus on young leaders that are making those visions of the future a reality. They will present the challenges that lie ahead, and how they are endeavoring to solve big problems and make a difference through their work. Government can set the policy agenda, but for real change to occur the private sector must be incentivized and fully engaged. Companies and organizations are in a unique position to innovate and have a significant impact in a shorter time. An educated and motivated work force is a critical part of affecting change from within every industry. We want to infuse this series with a sense of hope to empower all people, and instill in them a call to action to join the country's move toward a more sustainable future.
We will also be screening one of the One Earth Young Filmmakers winning films A Dark Future by Riley Adler, Curran Randhawa, Dylan Wilson, and Janelle Lim.
Stay after the film for an enlightening facilitated dialogue with relevant experts and advocates.
Friday, April 25, 6:00-9:00 PM
Doors Open at 5:45 for refreshments and action tables.
Broadway UMC
3338 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657. Free with a suggested $8 donation.
Our Facilitator for the evening will be Pam Bergdall, Sustainability and Climate Smart Activities Advisor, Institute of Cultural Affairs.
Panelists:
Diana Sarlitto, Chicago Manger, Solar Landscape
Laurie Bunkers, Coordinator and Council, Third Act
Ben Ishibashi, ONE Northside, Community Organizer
Marianne Thomsen, Gaia, operations manager
Joseph Arcus, Project Manager, City of Chicago Department of Environment
Friday, April 25, 6:30-9:00 PM (CDT)
Doors open 6:00 for refreshments, sanctuary tours, and action tables.
Gary United Methodist Church
224 N Main St, Wheaton, IL 60187. Free with a suggested $8 donation.
Our Facilitator for the evening will be Dr. Kristen Page, Wheaton College.
Panelists:
Jeannine Kannegiesser, Forest Preserve District of Dupage County
Bill Whitney, City Bee Savers
Drew Moreno, Wheaton College
