To solve the world’s ecological problems, thinking small is crucial. The details and impacts of our actions, the ripple effect and incrementalism must not be overlooked.
That’s the idea behind the 15th annual HOPES conference, which will permeate Lawrence Hall on April 2-5.
“Thinking Small” is the theme this year’s HOPES (Holistic Options for Planet Earth Sustainability), the only ecological design conference in the nation that students alone develop and manage. The conference is a product of the University’s Ecological Design Center, a student-run organization that advocates sustainable design at the University and in the greater Eugene community.
The conference will host one keynote speaker each day beginning on Thursday at 7 p.m. with Bill Wilkinson, who will explore how local transportation, namely bicycling and walking, can foster change. HOPES will also feature discussion panels, hands-on workshops, a 24-hour design charrette and local food.
The conference is open to the public and free for University students and faculty. Attendees will register at the door. Registration fees and a full conference schedule are available at hopes.uoregon.edu.
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