Pathways Beyond Net-Zero: Harnessing Partnerships in the Bioeconomy for Climate Action

Thursday, September 26, 2024, 6 - 8pm

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During New York Climate Week 2024, The Cooper Union, partnership with Jacob's Ladder Africa (JLA), presents a discussion on the bioeconomy and why it is a key driver for achieving net zero emissions and addressing the climate crisis. The bioeconomy is the production, utilization, conservation, and regeneration of biological resources to provide sustainable solutions within and across all economic sectors and enable a transformation to a sustainable economy. The discussion will help shape the understanding of the potential of bioeconomy solutions in the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future and provide a platform for networking and collaboration among stakeholders committed to advancing pathways to net zero through bioeconomy innovation and education. Esteemed panelists drawn across civil society will be engaged in a trans-disciplinary conversation that will be moderated by Mokena Makeka, director of The Cooper Union Civic Projects Lab and special advisor to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

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Located in The Great Hall, in the Foundation Building, 7 East 7th Street, between Third and Fourth Avenues

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