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Connecting the Dots Towards Sustainable Food Systems

Virtual Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA

This presentation is conceived to provide a holistic understanding of one of the most pressing global issues in our lifetime, ensuring sustainable food systems for all by working towards the Sustainable Development Goals 2030. This is done through an in-depth examination of the current challenges facing food security and the implementation of sustainable food technologies/innovations that meet the requirements of the producer, the retailer, and the consumer while improving resource-use efficiency along agri-food value chains.

Organizer: McGill University

Free

A Healthy Georgia: Exploring the Impact of the Energy Transition on Public Health

Virtual Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA

As climate change worsens, the importance of adopting clean energy solutions is imperative. However, we have a responsibility to ensure that the benefits of clean energy are experienced equally, and also do not lead to unintended adverse health outcomes. Hear from experts on sustainable building technologies, air quality, and the economics of clean energy and health discuss the challenges and opportunities before us as the energy landscape undergoes monumental shifts. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwoc-murz8iGdG8E9NyM6c3UDahWWhVH4Hv

Organizer: Georgia Institute of Technology

Free

Student Roundtable: How Socio-Cultural Norms Shape Gender Inequality around the World

Virtual Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA

Let the students talk! In this roundtable, students are going to discuss about their ideas and share their knowledge on the related topic. The senior student moderator of the roundtable will be introducing interesting questions for you. At the student roundtable, an expert will join to the session for a short presentation on the topic.

Organizer: Koç University

Free

Queen’s University SDG Week Speaker Series: Day 3, SDG13: Climate Action

Virtual Eastern Standard Time Zone, GA

Day 3 of the SDG Speaker series: The SDG Speaker Series will feature local experts presenting their current initiatives and explore how they are making an impact. Featuring representatives from the City of Kingston, Queen's University and an array of local not for profits, the SDG Speaker Series hopes to formulate connections and inspire action. The event will be totally on Zoom, please register ahead of time to ensure you have access to the link.

Organizer: Queen's University

Free