Sixth Annual Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference
Apr 16, 2012
Against a backdrop of extraordinary global economic, environmental and social challenges, the sixth annual Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference examines issues related to consumption and growth, economic and environmental sustainability, quality of life and happiness.
Center Founder Richard Davidson participates in the Plenary Panel: Sustainability, Security and Happiness on a Finite Planet.
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