Humans have always looked to nature for inspiration in industry and progress. By observing nature, we have developed better machines, materials and buildings to improve our world. Only recently, however, have we begun to explore the potential of observing nature to advance clean-energy technology. Entrepreneurs, investors and biomimetic designers will discuss how companies are utilizing biomimicry to design, build and operate innovative cleantech technologies. Join us as experts explore the benefits and challenges of this new collaborative model and dive into the best strategies for success. A networking reception will follow the discussion and audience Q&A.
This event is part of the Clean Energy Connections series presented by Solar One and NYC ACRE. General admission is $25 and student admission is $10 with a valid ID. Register at: https://co.clickandpledge.com/advanced/default.aspx?wid=40437
Panelists:
- Chris Garvin, Partner, Terrapin Bright Green
- Mark Dorfman, Consulting Scientist, Biomimicry 3.8
- Pat Sapinsley, Venture Partner, Good Energies; President, Build Efficiently, LLC
- Sam Cochran, Co-founder, CEO & Chief Design Officer, SMIT
Moderator:
- Reena Jana, Contributing Editor, SmartPlanet, a CBS Interactive site
Opening Speaker
- Miriam Pye, Senior Project Manager of Manufacturing Technology Development, NYSERDA
Clean Energy Connections: Biomimicry in the Big City
44 Charlton St
New York NY
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Angela DeRusha April 30, 2013 at 12:11 pm
Hey Kyle, if we can get enough people I am will to do a 6 or 6:30am class as well as a 6:30pm class.…Read More The cost per class is between $15-20 (depending on the size of the class) the more people the lower the individual cost.
Phony Jones April 30, 2013 at 04:11 pm
Fair usage of public roads is fine, the main issue at hand is that the design of the new bike lines…Read More on Jewel Ave is just poor and unsafe for all parties involved. On the eastbound Jewel Ave road heading towards Main St, the bike like is just haphazardly running along next to the merge lane to the GCP westbound lane, meaning vehicle traffic cuts directly across the new bike lane when getting onto a highway. This is very dangerous since because there are only 2 lanes now on the eastbound Jewel road the right lane becomes the de-facto bus lane for the Q65. That bus moves pretty quick in general. Any driver attempting to make the merge onto the GCP west with a bike rider directly in the merge/bike lane combined with a fast, slow to brake bus behind them will be hard pressed to slow down in time and not cause some kind of accident. Why would anybody design that kind of traffic pattern, it's dangerous and reckless. It's not much better going on the Westbound Jewel Ave Road since that bike lane also merges with the GCP exit ramp with cars exiting from highway speed. It is not a safe traffic pattern at all for anyone. Aside from that, the westbound bike lane just sort ends abruptly there as well, leaving bicyclists basically at the end of an off-ramp without a clear traffic lane. They really should have thought out the placement and layout before somebody gets hurt, especially as the weather becomes better and we see more mixed usage on the road.
el jefe April 29, 2013 at 03:31 pm
Mary, I follow the rules of the road. If I wear a helmet will you and other drivers stop speeding…Read More and running red lights?
An average of 17 cyclists are killed every year by drivers. not once has a driver been injured when hitting a cyclist. Do you really think we're not paying attention?
You're using your car to get somewhere. That's fine. I'm using a bike to get somewhere. Please respect my right to use the road.
Mary Colliton April 29, 2013 at 02:43 pm
No not thinly veiled attempts. Real attempts. When bikers start adhering to the rules of the road,…Read More wearing helmets and paying attention they'll be taken seriously. Until then ... got to the park!