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Conference SXSW ECO Creating an Irresistible Future humane protein production. Sustainability is often clouded by the negative - the things you shouldn't do, the animals on the verge of extinction, the guilt you will feel if you don't do x, y or z.This panel will focus on the brands that are making sustainability irresistible. It will explore the strategies, as well as the language and communications that encourage consumers to opt in to sustainable behaviors. CEU: AIA Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum; Isha Datar, New Harvest; Pablos Holman, Annie Longsworth, Saatchi S; Julien Gervreau, Jackson Family Wines; Kate Heiny, Target Corporation; Kevin Whilden, Sustainable Surf Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 5ABC How to Futureproof Cities Half of the world's population lives in cities; this number is projected to jump to 85 percent in the coming years. This puts huge pressure on natural resources at a time when mega-storms, record temperatures and droughts are becoming the new normal. This panel will explore how cities can "futureproof " their communities against these threats, using a mix of traditional and nature-based solutions. CEU: AIA/USGBC Ariella Cohen, Next City; Daniel Zarrilli, Office of the Mayor City of New York; Laura Huffman, The Nature Conservancy; Lisa Pelstring, Department of the Interior Office of the Deputy Secretary Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 9AB Hunger Solutions: Feeding 10 Billion People This session examines the impacts and limitations of current food production systems and food science innovations that address global hunger and nutrition challenges. Join us and learn how kitchenbased mini food factories will create healthier and safer meals. Discover how eating bugs will help the environment and explore how in vitro meat production may lead to more 64 Intellectual Ventures Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 9C IT vs Infrastructure in Developing the Smart City of the Future The continuing digitization of our world has made the convergence of energy and tech a must, with smart cities becoming the poster child for this new era. Hear from IBM, Schneider Electric and Boston University as they share their differing approaches to smart cities, challenges to deployment and the collaboration needed to make them a reality in this panel moderated by Greentech Media. Chris O'Connor, IBM; Melissa O'Mara, Schneider Electric; Nathan Philips, Boston University; Kathryn Tweed, Greentech Media Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 8AB Private Conservancies and Public Spaces This panel explores nonprofit models for enhancing public greenways. Well-maintained parks and trails enhance the quality of life in our cities. Nonprofits are increasingly playing a critical role in maintaining and improving these areas in partnership with the public sector. This panel brings together national experts and nonprofit leaders to discuss this innovative and collaborative approach. CEU: AIA Charlie McCabe, Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy; Chuck Flink, Alta/Greenways Inc; George Cofer, Hill Country Conservancy; Joanna Wolaver, Shoal Creek Conservancy/ Original Austin Neighborhood Association; Susan Rankin, The Trail Foundation Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 8C Socially Responsible Investing Meet Up LEVEL 1, EH1, Meet Up Pavilion SXSW Eco | October 7-9, 2013 | sxsweco.com 4:30pm–4:45pm Green Communities Challenge The Student Conservation Association's successful "Green Cities Challenge" program provides concentrated sustainability support for Pittsburgh's climate initiatives. The National Association of Counties is teaming with SCA to provide similar sustainability support in county governments nationwide. This ground-breaking partnership hopes to prepare the next generation of eco-preneurs. Jeaneen Zappa, Allegheny County; Miriam Parson, The Student Conservation; Therese Dorau, National Association of Counties Straight to the Point | LEVEL 3, Austin Suite 4:50pm–5:05pm Environmental Stewardship in Faith Communities People of faith are stepping forward as environmental leaders in their congregations and in the larger community. This session will explore ways that religious communities are actively—and effectively—responding to current environmental issues.Yaira Robinson will represent Interfaith Power & Light and its "religious response to climate change," now active in forty states across the nation. Yaira Robinson, Texas Interfaith Power & Light Straight to the Point | LEVEL 3, Austin Suite 5:10pm–5:25pm The 3% Solution: Driving Profits through Carbon Reductions Many of the world's leading companies have made major strides in addressing climate change over the last decade. These success stories have been celebrated, but far more needs to be done to avoid the dangerous and irreversible risks to society and businesses from climate change as global temperatures continue to rise. Matthew Banks, World Wildlife Fund Straight to the Point | LEVEL 3, Austin Suite