Launch of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) of Canada, featuring Jeffrey Sachs

J.G. Hagey Hall of the Humanities - Humanities Theatre
Monday, May 7, 2018 at 7:00 PM EDT 
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Event Details

The University of Waterloo is proud to announce that it is the host institution for the newly created Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) of Canada. To celebrate the launch of SDSN Canada, we are pleased to announce that Professor Jeffrey Sachs, Special Advisor to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), will deliver a keynote lecture at the University of Waterloo on Monday, May 7, 2018. Professor Sachs’ lecture will focus on Canada’s roles in progressing the SDGs domestically, as well as identify international leadership opportunities for Canada in developing pathways for sustainable development towards Agenda 2030.
 

The University of Waterloo’s Faculty of Environment (Canada’s largest Faculty of Environment) is the host for SDSN Canada, in partnership with the Waterloo Global Science Initiative. In this role, in partnership with academic, government and industry partners from across Canada, SDSN Canada will share knowledge, activate research and help solve the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting Canada and the world.

When: Monday, May 7, 2018
Doors open: 6:30 p.m.
Lecture: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Where: J.G Hagey Hall of the Humanities | Humanities Theatre
Seating will be first come, first served.

We encourage the use of public transportation, however, parking instructions will be emailed directly to lecture registrants who indicate a need.

We look forward to hosting you for this special evening.

Location

J.G. Hagey Hall of the Humanities - Humanities Theatre
200 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1 CA

Tickets

Type
Price
Student
Free
Certificate-Economic Development
Free
General Public
Free
Alumni and Special Guests
Free
Faculty and Staff
Free
Waitlist
Free

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