Earth Day Event to Focus on Energy

On April 22, Earth Day, the Clark School will host the 2011 Engineering Sustainability Workshop with a focus on energy. The event will start at 9 a.m. in the Kay Boardrooms of the Jeong H. Kim Engineering Building.

In the morning, speakers from the U.S. Department of Energy, the Maryland Energy Administration, Washington Gas Energy Services/Standard Solar, and the UM Engineers Without Borders and Solar Decathlon teams.

The afternoon will feature brief overviews of the work of Clark School, university and local researchers, providing quick snapshots of the latest energy ideas.

Attendees will be able to tour displays featuring energy-focused organizations on campus and in the local area.

The event is free and open to the public. No registration is required.

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April 13, 2011