Experts discuss environmental sustainability, resource conservation at 'Planet-X' symposium
BY JACK HUBBARD
Experts from academia, industry, government and advocacy groups talked about the challenges of cutting pollution and dealing with diminishing energy and water resources July 29 at Stanford's Arrillaga Alumni Center.
Called "Planet-X: Technology Innovations Toward a Sustainable Environment," the symposium drew a surprise 450 experts seeking innovative solutions to the pressing issues concerning food, water, energy, shelter and clean air.
Buzz Thompson, co-director of the Stanford Institute for the Environment, was optimistic about the initial session, and said the large attendance underscored the high level of interest among researchers.
John Reinker, a researcher from General Electric Corp., a symposium sponsor, said customers are demanding solutions to pollution and energy problems now, and that only through cooperation between the private sector and research scientists will the problems be properly addressed.
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