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Conference SXSW ECO 2:00pm–3:00pm Shepard Fairey Keynote: Art – The Link Between Hearts and Minds Shepard Fairey knows a thing or two about impacting culture. From creating the viral "Obey" propaganda campaign, to branding the president with the Obama "Hope" poster, he is one of the most influential artists of our time. In his keynote address, Shepard will explore the proven methods by which to reach culture, and link it to the challenge of our time. Shepard Fairey, Obey Giant Art Inc Keynote | LEVEL 1, Ballroom A 3:15pm–4:15pm A Changing Climate: A Bloomberg BNA Conversation Setting the tone for the Policy Action Series presented by Bloomberg BNA, this in-depth interview with a prominent newsmaker will focus on the issues critical to the future of US climate and energy policy. Kate Gordon, Next Generation; Tom Randall, Bloomberg News Interview | LEVEL 3, MR 9C Food in the City: Designing a Healthy Food Future Innovators and leaders in sustainable food share how we can serve up a better community food system. Solutions range from addressing food access by infusing urban areas with healthy produce in corner stores, to empowering historically marginalized communities with sustainable food equity and access projects. CEU: AIA Keeping Rivers Flowing: Innovative Strategies This session will provide an overview of the state of rivers in the Western United States and a lively discussion about cutting edge strategies used to keep our rivers flowing in face of drought, climate change and increased competition for limited water resources. Carlos de la Parra, El Colegio de la Frontera Norte (COLEF); Jennifer Walker, Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter; Russ Schnitzer, Trout Unlimited; Val Fishman, Bonneville Environmental Foundation Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 5ABC No Money Down: Financing a Clean Energy Retrofit Through Your Utility Bill Commercial buildings and residences account for ~ 40 percent of the nation's energy use, and much of that energy comes from fossil fuels like gas and coal. Learn how On-Bill Repayment (OBR) will provide a new route to funding energy efficiency and renewable energy investments at attractive terms, relying solely on private 3rdparty financing. CEU: AIA Brad Copithorne, Environmental Defense Fund; Frank Spasaro, Sempra Utilities; Justin Gerdes, Forbes; Steve Gossett, SCIenergy Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 8C Pliny Fisk III: A Maximum Potential Life Brianna Almaguer Sandoval, The Food Trust; Ron Finley, Ron Finley Project; Sasha Lyutse, Natural Resources Defense Council; Tezozomoc, South Central Health & Education Fund From growing up in a compost pile to designing and planning future green cities, and from working with revolutionary governments to helping green the White House: Pliny has seen it all. The Co-Director for the Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems discusses how he revolutionized the world of building materials and the field of architecture. CEU: AIA/USGBC Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 9AB Pliny Fisk III, Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems Distinguished Speaker | LEVEL 3, MR 6AB 68 SXSW Eco | October 7-9, 2013 | sxsweco.com Startup Showcase: Cleanweb Spotlighting innovation and entrepreneurship, the Startup Showcase is a one-day investor pitch competition featuring top startups from around the world. The Cleanweb category will feature presentations from 6 companies offering web, mobile and software technology that directly or indirectly impact sustainability. Attend to discover the next opportunities in cleantech investing! EMCEE: Rachel Barge, yerdle; JUDGES: Blake Burris, The Cleanweb Initiative; Kirk Coburn, SURGE Accelerator; Nicholas Eisenberger, Pure Energy Partners; Debbie Kimberly, Austin Energy; COMPETITORS: Used Cardboard Boxes; Amar Pradhan, Fluitec Wind; Peter Yolles, Watersmart Software; Michael Breen, Growing Energy Labs (GELI); Surya Mohan, Shoal Market; David Mahfouda, Bandwagon Startup Central | LEVEL 1, Ballroom BC Sustainable Travel: Moving to an Industry Standard Join this discussion of a new vision for travel—one that uses a clearly established definition, standards and goals that go beyond ecotourism to a holistic community-based model that conserves the environment, celebrates local cultures, and economically benefits host nations. Panelists will use destination case studies as well as outline initiatives establishing industry ecotourism standards. Jeff Greenwald, Ethical Traveler; Malia Everette, Altruvistas; Martha Honey, Center for Responsible Travel; Mary Catherine O'Connor, Outside Magazine Panel/Dual/Solo | LEVEL 3, MR 8AB Building a Better Supply Chain Meet Up LEVEL 1, EH1, Meet Up Pavilion