In the wake of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, communities along the Gulf Coast are beginning the long and complex process of recovering from the worst ecological disaster in U.S. history. As both a land and sea grant institution, Auburn University is uniquely equipped to provide both assistance and expertise to those impacted by this catastrophe.
To that end, Auburn University is hosting Alabama Road to Restoration: Integrated Recovery Strategies for the Gulf Coast, October 5-6, 2010 at the Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama. In this first of a series of forums, our mission is to convene individuals who will play a significant role in the restoration and renewal of the communities, economy and environment affected by the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. Attendees represent a cross section of local citizens and business people, as well as state, regional and national scientists, health professionals, policy-makers, and legislators.
Topics Covered:
- *Local Perspectives on the Oil Spill Experience
- *Environmental Impacts
- *Business Continuity and Survival
- *Mental and Physiological Human Health Issues
- *Governance and Management
- *Federal Perspectives on Recovery
- Speakers include local citizens and businesspeople, local officials, directors of regional and state agencies, health care professionals, legislators, scientists, and senior administrators from relevant federal agencies.
To learn more or to register, visit: http://www.auburn.edu/outreach/cgs/restore/index.htm.
