October 3, 2006
STUDENTS GET ENERGIZED OVER ISSUES ON OIL AND GLOBAL WARMING:
Students discuss energy crisis face-to-face with peers across nation using videoconferencing
NEW YORK (October 3, 2006) – For many young
people, energy dependency and global warming are becoming increasingly critical
issues. In a world where it has become nearly impossible to go a day without
consuming energy (most often produced with fossil fuels) it’s important
to consider how we can balance this insatiable need for energy while preserving
the environment. Beginning Tuesday, October 3, 2006, students will have the
opportunity to discuss these issues with their peers across the United States
during The Future of Energy, a two-part videoconference series presented by
the Global Nomads Group (http://www.gng.org).
The first sessions, on October 3, will engage four classrooms simultaneously
to discuss the daily energy consumption of students and ways in which they can
reduce their use of energy. Students will also look at the role of the United
States in the future of energy dependency and global warming. These one-hour
conferences will take place at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. EST, and will
be moderated by David Macquart, co-founder of GNG.
The second session, on October 5, will feature energy expert Yerina Mugica from
the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), a leading environmental group.
Ms. Mugica will speak about the potential of various renewable energy sources
and answer students’ questions. Mugica specializes in sustainability and
the use of biofuels, hybrid energy cars and recycling of electronic products.
GNG is a New York-based nonprofit that provides schools with a window to the
world using live videoconferencing and broadcasting. The Future of Energy is
part of GNG’s program, The PULSE, which connects youth around the U.S.
for discussions on the important world issues of our time. The program aims
to encourage civic engagement and to promote young people's interest and knowledge
of international affairs. In addition to class-to-class discussions, The PULSE
"Speaker Series" enables young people to hear from, and speak directly
to, renowned experts on a variety of international issues.
For more information contact David Macquart at 212.529.0377
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