Art Inspired Conversation on Global Energy Choices
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Please join us for an inspiring conversation about
the dire consequences
of Global energy choices
with Artist, and talk show host, Michael Killen
and Scientist Ripudaman Malhotra.
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Michael Killen's large format paintings, mostly over 15 feet in length, express his strong opinions on environmental science. The beauty and the shocking imagery serve as a bridge to open up the conversation about the dire consequences of our global energy choices.
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Ripudaman Malhotra, Research Fellow at SRI International (formerly Stanford Research Institute) is co-author of A Cubic Mile of Oil. Dr. Malhotra is an organic chemist who has worked extensively in the area of energy and is the recipient of the 2015 Storch Award by the American Chemical Society’s Division of Energy and Fuels. A Cubic Mile of Oil is a citizen’s guide to energy. It was written to engage the public in a sustained and an informed conversation about future energy choices.
The format of this meet up is a discussion and we welcome and encourage participation. For more information about the speakers, visit the links below:
Michael Killen's website (http://www.killen.com/)
Ripudaman Malhotra's energy blog (http://cmo-ripu.blogspot.com)
Meetup Schedule:
6:30pm-7:00pm - Arrive at Nature Gallery, unwind from the week with complimentary refreshments.
7:00pm-7:45pm - Conversation between Michael and Ripu including a slide presentation of Michael's work and Ripu's statistical findings.
7:45pm-8:30pm - Conversation and participation encouraged, Q&A
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There is no charge for this Meetup but space is limited.
If you sign up but can not attend please change your RSVP so that others can take your place.
We look forward to an intellectual inspiring and eye-opening conversation on Friday, August 28th!
- Carol & Arthur
SVNexus: Art/Science/Technology Meetup Co-Organizers