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"Choice in a changing environment"
Conference
"Choice in a changing environment" - register now for the most significant event on the UK environment calendar, Environment 2004 conference from The Environment Agency.
Now in its third year, the theme for this annual event is "Choice in a changing environment" and will bring together personalities from business, government, environmental pressure groups and the media To make your reservation and for further information visit www.environment-agency.gov.uk/conference
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 25 Nov 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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Where: International Convention Centre, Birmingham.
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Hon Patricia Hewitt MP, Secretary of State, DTI (tbc) Professor Sir Robert May, President, The Royal Society Professor Robert Worcester, Chairman, MORI International Ed Mayo, Chief Executive, Consumer Council Adrian Hosford, Director BT Group, Social Policy Geoff Burch, author and business guru Sir John Harman, Chairman, The Environment Agency Baroness Barbara Young, Chief Executive, The Environment Agency and facilitated by Lynn Faulds-Wood.
Why attend Environment 2004: Whether you work in the private, public, or voluntary sector, environment 2004 is the best chance to find out how you can take part in shaping a better future for the UK.
You'll not only learn about important changes that could affect you soon - you'll be playing a role in making those changes.
Our world is changing Science tells us we have to act now if we are to succeed in protecting our planet for future generations.
Do we have the right commitment, policies and regulations for this vital task? Our economy is changing How will we compete with countries less regulated than ours and at the same time maintain our duty of care? Will we be able to balance growth and prosperity against long-term environmental benefits? Our society is changing Millions of new homes are needed in the next 20 years.
How will we manage the impact on our environment and infrastructure? Our political landscape is changing Governments are having to put the environment at the centre of their decision-making.
How will politicians take voters with them? Environment 2004 will: - bring together and connect those organisations who will influence the decisions needed to create a fair and healthy society.
- showcase practical examples of how people, business and government are successfully working together to protect our environment - allow business and other organisations to demonstrate products and services and to promote the business benefits of good environmental practices.
Now in its third year, the event features an exciting mix of keynote presentations, panel discussions, interactive workshops, multi-media events and an exhibition area.
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