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Welcome to our annual WEALTH Days of Advocacy and Education! Join organizations, advocates, and legislators from across Kansas to connect on Water, Energy, Air, Land, Transportation, and Health (WEALTH). This is a unique opportunity for Kansans to connect with each other and take action on environmental and climate issues.  We invite you all to join these important dialogues.

WEALTH Days 2021 Legislative Action Alert

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Tuesday, March 16
 

7:45am CDT

Day 1: General Information
Welcome from the WEALTH Partners!

Over the next three days join our WEALTH Days sessions and connect with our speakers, panelist, and other attendees. Some of these sessions will be recorded. Be sure you are registered to receive the latest WEALTH Days updates. If you have any questions, email TakeAction@ClimateAndEnergy.org.
Access all of Day 1 sessions with this link http://bit.ly/ZoomDay1_Access.

March 16th WEALTH Day Agenda
8 AM: Interfaith Vigil [Social]
9 AM: Breakfast Buddies [Social]
10 AM: Navigating WEALTH Days & Advocate Briefing [Presentation]
12 PM: State of the Kansas Climate & Climate Advocacy [Webinar]
3 PM: Youth Advocacy Panel
4 PM: Youth Advocacy Workshop
5 PM: Happy Hour with the Kansas Rural Center [Social]

Some of these sessions will be recorded. Be sure you are registered to receive the latest WEALTH Days updates. If you have any questions, email TakeAction@ClimateAndEnergy.org.
Tuesday March 16, 2021 7:45am - 8:00am CDT
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  General Info

8:00am CDT

Interfaith Vigil
Feedback Survey
Moderators
avatar for Pastor Jenny Jackson

Pastor Jenny Jackson

Pastor, First Lutheran Church
avatar for Rabbi Moti Rieber

Rabbi Moti Rieber

Executive Director, Kansas Interfaith Action
Rabbi Moti Rieber has served as Executive Director of Kansas Interfaith Action and its predecessor organization, Kansas Interfaith Power & Light, since March 2011. A native of New Jersey, he has lived in Kansas since 2007. He is a graduate of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College... Read More →

Sponsors
avatar for Kansas Interfaith Action

Kansas Interfaith Action

Kansas Interfaith Action

Tuesday March 16, 2021 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
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  Interfaith

9:00am CDT

Breakfast Buddies
Feedback Survey
Join us and other attendees for our morning social hour and networking session. Prepare to be in a few small group casual conversations  
Sponsors
avatar for Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project
The Climate + Energy Project (CEP) builds resilience in Kansas through equitable clean energy solutions and climate action.The Climate & Energy Project:connects people, organizations, and ideas,presents science-based facts,facilitates critical thinking and community engagement, and co-creates... Read More →

Tuesday March 16, 2021 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
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  Social

10:00am CDT

Advocate Briefing: Navigating WEALTH Week
Feedback Survey
Gear up for a successful WEALTH Days experience!
The Advocate Briefing includes:
Welcome to WEALTH Days with Dorothy Barnett
Navigating WEALTH Days with Leilani Grey
Advocacy Tips with Craig Yorke
Policy Briefing with Zack Pistora or Grant Mayfield
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The Policy Briefing includes information on active bills related to Kansas Water, Energy, Air, Land, Transportation, and Health
Speakers
avatar for Leilani Grey

Leilani Grey

Program Coordinator/WEALTH Days Tech Support, Climate + Energy Project
Leilani Grey is a Program Coordinator for the Climate +Energy Project. She is very passionate about the environment, conserving and protecting natural resources, and creating future communities that seek to adopt energy efficiency, and renewable energy strategies.Leilani received... Read More →
avatar for Dorothy Barnett

Dorothy Barnett

Executive Director, Climate + Energy Project
As Executive Director of the Climate + Energy Project, Dorothy Barnett is leading the effort to address the Heartland’s energy future. Grounded in an approach based on common ground solutions, Barnett has been successful in convening diverse voices in a conservative region of the... Read More →
avatar for Zack Pistora

Zack Pistora

Kansas Lobbyist for Sierra Club, Board member for KNRC and KRC, Kansas Sierra Club, Kansas Natural Resource Council, Kansas Rural Center
Zack is in his 10th year as the State Lobbyist for the Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club, and has served as a board member for the Kansas Natural Resource Council and the Kansas Rural Center for half a decade. His training is in political science, leadership, and women's studies from... Read More →
avatar for Craig Yorke

Craig Yorke

Climate + Energy Project Board Member, Retired Neurosurgeon
avatar for Grant Mayfield

Grant Mayfield

Kansas Sierra Club

Sponsors
avatar for Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project
The Climate + Energy Project (CEP) builds resilience in Kansas through equitable clean energy solutions and climate action.The Climate & Energy Project:connects people, organizations, and ideas,presents science-based facts,facilitates critical thinking and community engagement, and co-creates... Read More →
avatar for Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club

Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club

Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club
To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and To use all lawful means to... Read More →

WEALTH Day 2021 Legislative Action Alert pdf
Tuesday March 16, 2021 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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  Advocacy

12:00pm CDT

State of the Kansas Climate and Climate Advocacy [Webinar]
Feedback Survey
What's happening with climate change in Kansas?  Tune in to get an update on the Kansas Climate and Weather events with Mary Knapp from the Office of the State Climatologist.  Dorothy Barnett will provide an update on the State of Climate Advocacy in Kansas.    
Speakers
avatar for Dorothy Barnett

Dorothy Barnett

Executive Director, Climate + Energy Project
As Executive Director of the Climate + Energy Project, Dorothy Barnett is leading the effort to address the Heartland’s energy future. Grounded in an approach based on common ground solutions, Barnett has been successful in convening diverse voices in a conservative region of the... Read More →
avatar for Mary Knapp

Mary Knapp

Kansas State University Dept. of Agronomy
As part of the Weather Data Library and as service climatologist, Mary Knapp occupies a uniqueposition in the Department of Agronomy. She is responsible for answering questions on climateand weather matters. She also maintains the web site that provides a constant update andcomplete... Read More →

Mary Knapp mknapp@ksu.edu Kansas Climate WEALTH pptx
Tuesday March 16, 2021 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
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  Featured Speaker

1:00pm CDT

Break
Stretch, do some self-care, hydrate, or rest your eyes. See you at 3pm!
Tuesday March 16, 2021 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
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3:00pm CDT

Youth Advocacy in Kansas
Feedback Survey
CEP is hosting its first WEALTH Day Youth Panel, featuring youth activists (TBD) from Kansas. Join to learn how these panelists became advocates for the environmental issues most important to them.
This panel is geared towards younger audiences (below age 25) who have interest in environmental advocacy, but all are welcome to attend. The hour long event will ask panelists various questions relating to their experiences and interests in environmental advocacy, followed by a brief Q&A session from the audience. Afterwards, panelists and audience members are encouraged to join the Youth Advocacy Workshop!
http://bit.ly/ZoomDay1_Access
Moderators
avatar for Joyeta Chowdhury

Joyeta Chowdhury

Intern, Climate + Energy Project
Hi, my name is Joyeta Chowdhury. I'm a student intern at Climate and Energy Project. Currently, I'm getting my masters in environmental assessment at the University of Kansas. I also work at the KU Natural History Museum as a student outreach and events assistant.
avatar for Michelle Luu

Michelle Luu

Climate + Energy Project
Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, Michelle graduated from Haverford College in 2020 with a B.A. in Environmental Studies with a focus in environmental chemistry and economic policy. While at Haverford, she grew a great interest in working for environmental organizations working... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Yazmin Bruno-Valdez

Yazmin Bruno-Valdez

Advocates for Immigrant Rights and Reconciliation
Hello, my name is Yazmin Bruno-Valdez and I am a sophomore at Donnelly College. I have been involved in environmental activist organizations for only a year now and am still learning so much from the community but have a strong passion for reducing carbon emissions. As an organizer... Read More →
avatar for Logan Stenseng

Logan Stenseng

Government Relations Director, University of Kansas Student Senate
Logan served as a campus organizer for the Kansas Democratic Party in 2018, and has volunteered for numerous other political campaigns in Kansas. He currently serves on the Student Advisory Board for the Campus Vote Project, and has participated in voting rights advocacy in Kansas... Read More →
avatar for Alondra Lerma

Alondra Lerma

Root the Power
Alondra Lerma has been working with Root the Power (RTP), a youth led non-partisan group. She has attended meetings, organized candidate forums, and continues to register people to vote!
avatar for Mattie Bell

Mattie Bell

Hub Coordinator, Sunrise Movement Lawrence KS
Mattie Bell is currently one of three hub coordinators for the local Sunrise Movement hub in Lawrence. They have a passion for Environmental, Housing, and Racial Justice, and work hard to support those values. Mattie graduated from the Evergreen State College in 2017 and spent two... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer Nguyen

Jennifer Nguyen

President of Ecolution, Lincoln College Prep Ecolution
My name is Jennifer Nguyen. I’m a senior in high school at Lincoln College Prep located in the 18th and Vine district of Kansas City. This year I created our school’s first green club, Ecolution. Our club primarily focuses on intersectional environmentalism. Intersectional environmentalism... Read More →

Tuesday March 16, 2021 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
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  Advocacy, Youth

4:00pm CDT

Youth Advocacy Workshop
Feedback Survey
Join us for a workshop led by organizers Melissa and Anita from Loud Light. This hour-long workshop will guide you through creating a concrete action plan for how you can become a better environmental advocate!
http://bit.ly/ZoomDay1_Access
Moderators
avatar for Anita Austin

Anita Austin

Program Director, Loud Light
Anita Austin has been the Program Director at Loud Light for 3 years. She manages and directs youth fellowships. Those programs cover everything from deep policy research and monitoring the legislative session, to electoral programs such as voter registration and get out the vote... Read More →
avatar for Melissa Stiehler

Melissa Stiehler

Advocacy Director, Loud Light
Talk to me about Voting Rights and organizing to build community power statewide! Want to talk about how we can work together to transform Kansas? Schedule a zoom meet up with me here: https://calendly.com/melissa-loudlight/1-1-meeting

Speakers
avatar for Michelle Luu

Michelle Luu

Climate + Energy Project
Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, Michelle graduated from Haverford College in 2020 with a B.A. in Environmental Studies with a focus in environmental chemistry and economic policy. While at Haverford, she grew a great interest in working for environmental organizations working... Read More →
avatar for Joyeta Chowdhury

Joyeta Chowdhury

Intern, Climate + Energy Project
Hi, my name is Joyeta Chowdhury. I'm a student intern at Climate and Energy Project. Currently, I'm getting my masters in environmental assessment at the University of Kansas. I also work at the KU Natural History Museum as a student outreach and events assistant.

Solutions Showcase
avatar for LoudLight

LoudLight

LoudLight
Loud Light engages, educates, and empowers individuals from underrepresented populations to build community power that has an impact on decision makers. We’re Transforming Kansas: voter registration, informative videos, coalition building, civic engagement, youth voter turnout... Read More →

Tuesday March 16, 2021 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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  Advocacy, Youth

5:00pm CDT

Happy Hour: Hosted By KRC
Feedback Survey
Moderators
avatar for Kaitlin Stanley

Kaitlin Stanley

Program Coordinator, Kansas Rural Center

Sponsors
avatar for Kansas Rural Center

Kansas Rural Center

Kansas Rural Center
The Kansas Rural Center (KRC) is a private non-profit research, education and advocacy organization with deep roots in Kansas agriculture, communities, and grassroots organizing. Begun in 1979 to address the loss of family farms, concentration of land and natural resources into fewer... Read More →

Tuesday March 16, 2021 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
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  Social
 
Wednesday, March 17
 

8:45am CDT

Day 2: General Information
Welcome to Day 2 of WEALTH Days 2021. Today will focus on the WEALTH Legislative topics and discussions.
Access all of Day 2 sessions with this link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81177682091?pwd=Tmp5cnRXYURxTU0yWlRzQmhtM24rZz09

March 17th WEALTH Day Agenda
10 AM: Legislative Panel Session One
10:30 AM: Legislative Panel Session Two
12 PM: Farmer Panel on Soil Health
1:30 PM: Demystifying Legislative Hearings [Watch Party]4 PM: Energy Innovation Panel
5 PM: Happy Hour with the Clean Energy Business Council [Social]

Some of these sessions will be recorded. Be sure you are registered to receive the latest WEALTH Days updates. If you have any questions, email TakeAction@ClimateAndEnergy.org.
Wednesday March 17, 2021 8:45am - 9:00am CDT
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  General Info

9:30am CDT

House Legislative Panel
Feedback Survey
Explore HB 2381, Creating a State Energy Plan Taskforce, will Representatives Annie Kuether and Mark Schreiber
Moderators
avatar for Jessica Lucas

Jessica Lucas

Legislative Consultant, Climate + Energy Project
Jessica Lucas is a business communications graduate of the School of Journalism at Kansas University and melds her public relations acumen with government affairs. In advocating for policy changes, Jessica understands it involves more than just knowing how things work under the dome... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Representative Mark Schreiber

Representative Mark Schreiber

District 60, Kansas Legislature
A lifelong Kansan and lifelong Republican, Mark and his wife Angie have lived in the district more than 32 years. After graduating from Emporia State University, the Schreibers made their home in Emporia and raised their two children there. Mark worked 37 years with KG&E and Westar... Read More →
avatar for Representative Annie Kuether

Representative Annie Kuether

District 55, Kansas Legislature
Annie MacGreevy Kuether was born in Missouri. She attended Bowling Green State University in Ohio.  She has served as representative of the 55th district in the Kansas House since 1997.She has served on the boards of the Kansas Film Commission and Friends of Cedar Crest. She served... Read More →

Wednesday March 17, 2021 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
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  Legislative

10:00am CDT

Senate Legislative Panel
Feedback Survey
Hear from new Senate Minority Leader Dinah Sykes as she discusses Senate priorities and how it's been to lead the Senate Democratic Caucus during the pandemic.
Moderators
avatar for Jessica Lucas

Jessica Lucas

Legislative Consultant, Climate + Energy Project
Jessica Lucas is a business communications graduate of the School of Journalism at Kansas University and melds her public relations acumen with government affairs. In advocating for policy changes, Jessica understands it involves more than just knowing how things work under the dome... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Senator Dinah Sykes

Senator Dinah Sykes

District 21, Kansas Legislature

Wednesday March 17, 2021 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
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  Legislative

12:00pm CDT

Farmer Panel on Soil Health
Feedback Survey
In late 2020 the Kansas Rural Center (KRC) conducted a survey on the soil health practices used by farmers in Kansas, as well as their attitudes toward policy initiatives that would support increasing these practices.  KRC created a report of the survey results, meant to inform legislators about the opinions and concerns of farmers regarding soil health. 

To facilitate Kansas legislators hearing directly from farmers KRC is hosting a Farmer Panel on Soil Health on March 17th from 12pm-1pm during WEALTH Days.  Here farmers will convey the information that they feel is important about soil health and what, if anything, the Kansas government or other entities can do to help promote and preserve healthy soils in our state. 

We hope you join us!
Moderators
avatar for Ryan Goertzen-Regier

Ryan Goertzen-Regier

Program and Administrative Manager, Kansas Rural Center
avatar for Kaitlin Stanley

Kaitlin Stanley

Program Coordinator, Kansas Rural Center

Speakers
AC
avatar for Greg Finger

Greg Finger

Farmer/Rancher, Greg Finger
My son and I currently farm 3500 acres in central KS. I have been engaged in farming all of my life. I began farming on my own while attending college at K-State. Upon graduating with a degree in agronomy in 1977, I continued farming full time. I have always strived to implement best... Read More →
PF
avatar for Ellen Mohler

Ellen Mohler

Mohler Farms/MulberryLane Greenhouse, Kitchen & Farm Market
Ellen Mohler, farmer and greenhouse operator. Ellen lives near Sawyer, KS with her husband, 2 children and 5 dogs. Ellen, Dennis and their son, Lee operate their 4th generation family farm using no-till and regenerative practices. Ellen also has experience with the local farmers market... Read More →
SC
avatar for Zack Bell

Zack Bell

Owner/Operator, Eagle Hill Ranch
We are small direct-to-consumer producers in the Flint Hills, raising Bison, Cattle, Sheep, Pigs and Poultry on pasture and in the woods.https://www.instagram.com/eaglehillranch/... Read More →

Sponsors
avatar for Kansas Rural Center

Kansas Rural Center

Kansas Rural Center
The Kansas Rural Center (KRC) is a private non-profit research, education and advocacy organization with deep roots in Kansas agriculture, communities, and grassroots organizing. Begun in 1979 to address the loss of family farms, concentration of land and natural resources into fewer... Read More →

KRC Soil Health Legislator Report pdf
Wednesday March 17, 2021 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
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  Advocacy

1:30pm CDT

Demystifying Legislative Hearings: HB2321 [Watch Party]
Feedback Survey
WEALTH Partners will be online sharing insights on the Legislative hearing process and answering questions during this live watch party on HB2321

HB2321 — Would require certain electric utilities to take steps before exercising eminent domain to acquire an interest in land related to the construction of an “urban electric transmission line,” as defined by the bill, or before beginning work on such land.
http://kslegislature.org/li/b2021_22/measures/hb2321/
Speakers
avatar for Dorothy Barnett

Dorothy Barnett

Executive Director, Climate + Energy Project
As Executive Director of the Climate + Energy Project, Dorothy Barnett is leading the effort to address the Heartland’s energy future. Grounded in an approach based on common ground solutions, Barnett has been successful in convening diverse voices in a conservative region of the... Read More →
avatar for Zack Pistora

Zack Pistora

Kansas Lobbyist for Sierra Club, Board member for KNRC and KRC, Kansas Sierra Club, Kansas Natural Resource Council, Kansas Rural Center
Zack is in his 10th year as the State Lobbyist for the Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club, and has served as a board member for the Kansas Natural Resource Council and the Kansas Rural Center for half a decade. His training is in political science, leadership, and women's studies from... Read More →

supp note hb2321 pdf
HB2321 Intro pdf
hb2321 As Amended by House Committee pdf
Wednesday March 17, 2021 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
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  Legislative

2:30pm CDT

Break
Stretch, do some self-care, hydrate, or rest your eyes. See you at 3pm!
Wednesday March 17, 2021 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
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4:00pm CDT

Energy Innovations Panel
Feedback Survey
Join us to hear an exciting conversation from Energy Professionals on the energy trends in Kansas, and how we can work together to implement them.
Moderators
avatar for Beth Pauley

Beth Pauley

Program Coordinator, Climate + Energy Project

Speakers
avatar for Emily Wolfe

Emily Wolfe

Sr. Program Coordinator & Policy Analyst, Metropolitan Energy Center
Emily joined MEC in 2019 and is a Program Coordinator and Policy Analyst. Prior to joining MEC, Emily worked in the corporate world for over six years. However, she decided to change her career path and received a master’s degree in Social Work in 2019. More than ever, Emily believes... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer Gunby

Jennifer Gunby

State & Local Advocacy Manager, USGBC
Based in Shawnee Kansas, Jennifer Gunby is the State & Local Advocacy Manager for the U.S. Green Building Council. She oversees USGBC’s advocacy networks and initiatives across the U.S. with a focus on state and local policy that references LEED, green building codes and high performing... Read More →
avatar for Karan Gupta

Karan Gupta

Principal, Elemental Consulting
Based in Kansas City, KS, Karan Gupta is the Principal of Elemental Consulting, specializing in new construction, building retrofits, community development, and prefabrication and manufacturing. Karan is a PHIUS Certified Builder, Certified Passive House Consultant, LEED GA, EcoDistricts... Read More →

Sponsors
avatar for Metropolitan Energy Center

Metropolitan Energy Center

The Flint Hills Renewable Energy and Efficiency Cooperative (FHREEC) is a collective of volunteers who are dedicated to solar energy. Our personal approach to solving energy problems has been based on neighbors-helping-neighbors . We work with the homeowner to put up solar panels... Read More →
avatar for U.S. Green Building Council

U.S. Green Building Council

We're committed to transforming how our buildings are designed, constructed and operated through LEED, because we believe that every person deserves a better, more sustainable life. Our vision is that buildings and communities will regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of... Read More →

Wednesday March 17, 2021 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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  Legislative

5:00pm CDT

Happy Hour with the Clean Energy Business Council
Feedback Survey
Speakers
avatar for Beth Pauley

Beth Pauley

Program Coordinator, Climate + Energy Project

Solutions Showcase
avatar for Clean Energy Business Council

Clean Energy Business Council

The Clean Energy Business Council is a member-guided network of professionals interested in renewable energy and energy efficiency as practical business solutions. CEBC offers a shared platform for clean energy companies, nonprofits, and government leaders in Kansas to network, collaborate... Read More →

Wednesday March 17, 2021 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
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  Social
 
Thursday, March 18
 

8:00am CDT

Day 3: General Information
Welcome to Day 3 of WEALTH Days 2021! Today will focus on the future of climate advocacy in Kansas and showcase several amazing local organizations and companies.  Find out about current and future projects that will help move Kansas to a more resilient State.
Access all of Day 3 sessions with this link http://bit.ly/ZoomDay3_Access

March 18th WEALTH Day Agenda
10 AM: What's possible with Kansas climate action? [Presentation]
12 PM Big Dreams for Kansas WEALTH Panel
3 PM: Virtual Tour of the Rotunda: Solutions Showcase [Presentation]
4 PM: Civic Participation Spotlight Panel
5 PM: Happy Hour with the Climate + Energy Project [Social]

Some of these sessions will be recorded. Be sure you are registed to receive the latest WEALTH Days updates. If you have any questions, email TakeAction@ClimateAndEnergy.org.
Thursday March 18, 2021 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
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  General Info

10:00am CDT

What's possible with Kansas climate action?
Feedback Survey
People in Kansans and the Midwest are concerned about and advocating for Water, Energy, Air, Land, Transportation, and Health. Dig in to some data with the Climate Advocacy Lab to learn where Kansans stand on climate change, then build out your own plan for ongoing engagement on WEALTH Topics. This interactive workshop will be informative, fun, and helpful to set your personal course for civic participation.  
Access all of Day 3 sessions with this link http://bit.ly/ZoomDay3_Access

Speakers
avatar for Carina Barnett-Loro

Carina Barnett-Loro

Deputy Director, Climate Advocacy Lab
Carina manages the CAL's programmatic offerings, including our webinars and in-person workshops. She has spent the past decade organizing on and supporting state-level climate and energy campaigns

C.Barnett Loro 3.18.21 for KS WEALTH days pptx
Thursday March 18, 2021 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
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  Advocacy

12:00pm CDT

Big Dreams for Kansas WEALTH
Feedback Survey
Connect with leading Kansas WEALTH organizations in an inspiring, forward looking, big thinking snapshot of what could happen in Kansas if everything went our way.  What are the biggest, boundless opportunities to build resilience for all?  Tune in to find out!
Access all of Day 3 sessions with this link http://bit.ly/ZoomDay3_Access
Moderators
avatar for Brandi Nelson

Brandi Nelson

Climate + Energy Project Board Member, National Records Center (Government Information Specialist)
Brandi Nelson is committed to positive social change through policy, education, leadership development, and community engagement. Brandi has pursued these goals in a variety of ways: through small business startups, nonprofits, and local, state, and federal government agencies. Brandi... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Dorothy Barnett

Dorothy Barnett

Executive Director, Climate + Energy Project
As Executive Director of the Climate + Energy Project, Dorothy Barnett is leading the effort to address the Heartland’s energy future. Grounded in an approach based on common ground solutions, Barnett has been successful in convening diverse voices in a conservative region of the... Read More →
avatar for Zack Pistora

Zack Pistora

Kansas Lobbyist for Sierra Club, Board member for KNRC and KRC, Kansas Sierra Club, Kansas Natural Resource Council, Kansas Rural Center
Zack is in his 10th year as the State Lobbyist for the Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club, and has served as a board member for the Kansas Natural Resource Council and the Kansas Rural Center for half a decade. His training is in political science, leadership, and women's studies from... Read More →
avatar for Dawn Buehler

Dawn Buehler

Kansas Riverkeeper & Executive Director, Friends of the Kaw
Dawn Buehler is the Kansas Riverkeeper® & Executive Director of Friends of the Kaw.  She can be reach at riverkeeper@kansasriver.org.  In addition to managing the daily activities of FOK, she monitors, responds and mediates suspected pollution incidents to Kansas River; facilitates... Read More →
avatar for Tami Alexander

Tami Alexander

Sr. Program Coordinator & Central Kansas Clean Cities Coordinator, Metropolitan Energy Center
Tami joined Metropolitan Energy Center in August 2017 to support the ethanol and biodiesel projects in Kansas. In January 2018, she became the Program Coordinator for the Central Kansas Clean Cities Coalition, managing event coordination, outreach, customer relationship management... Read More →
avatar for Rabbi Moti Rieber

Rabbi Moti Rieber

Executive Director, Kansas Interfaith Action
Rabbi Moti Rieber has served as Executive Director of Kansas Interfaith Action and its predecessor organization, Kansas Interfaith Power & Light, since March 2011. A native of New Jersey, he has lived in Kansas since 2007. He is a graduate of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College... Read More →
avatar for Beto Lugo Martinez

Beto Lugo Martinez

Executive Director, CleanAirNow!
Beto Lugo-Martinez is a community organizer and executive director of the frontline, environmental justice organization, CleanAirNow in Kansas City. Through grassroots organizing he leads an equitable conversation working toward a fossil fuel free future by identifying zero emissions... Read More →

Sponsors
avatar for Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project
The Climate + Energy Project (CEP) builds resilience in Kansas through equitable clean energy solutions and climate action.The Climate & Energy Project:connects people, organizations, and ideas,presents science-based facts,facilitates critical thinking and community engagement, and co-creates... Read More →
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Friends of the Kaw

Friends of the Kaw
Friends of the Kaw (FOK) serves the Kansas River, known locally as the Kaw. The Kansas River is the largest prairie-based river system in the world. The river originates at the junction of the Smoky Hill and Republican Rivers and runs 173 miles to meet the Missouri River at Kaw Point... Read More →
avatar for Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club

Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club

Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club
To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and To use all lawful means to... Read More →
avatar for Kansas Interfaith Action

Kansas Interfaith Action

Kansas Interfaith Action
avatar for Kansas Natural Resource Council

Kansas Natural Resource Council

Kansas Natural Resource Council
The Kansas Natural Resource Council promotes environmentally responsible practices and sustainable natural resource policies to ensure the quality and abundance of these resources for future generations.
avatar for Kansas Rural Center

Kansas Rural Center

Kansas Rural Center
The Kansas Rural Center (KRC) is a private non-profit research, education and advocacy organization with deep roots in Kansas agriculture, communities, and grassroots organizing. Begun in 1979 to address the loss of family farms, concentration of land and natural resources into fewer... Read More →

Thursday March 18, 2021 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
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  Solutions

3:00pm CDT

Virtual Tour of the Rotunda: Solutions Showcase
Feedback Survey
The Solutions Showcase features businesses and organizations working on Water, Energy, Air, Land, Transportation, and Health (WEALTH) priorities in Kansas.
Access all of Day 3 sessions with this link http://bit.ly/ZoomDay3_Access
Speakers
avatar for Carol R Barta

Carol R Barta

Manhattan Friends Meeting
avatar for Beth Pauley

Beth Pauley

Program Coordinator, Climate + Energy Project
avatar for Emily Wolfe

Emily Wolfe

Sr. Program Coordinator & Policy Analyst, Metropolitan Energy Center
Emily joined MEC in 2019 and is a Program Coordinator and Policy Analyst. Prior to joining MEC, Emily worked in the corporate world for over six years. However, she decided to change her career path and received a master’s degree in Social Work in 2019. More than ever, Emily believes... Read More →
avatar for Zack Pistora

Zack Pistora

Kansas Lobbyist for Sierra Club, Board member for KNRC and KRC, Kansas Sierra Club, Kansas Natural Resource Council, Kansas Rural Center
Zack is in his 10th year as the State Lobbyist for the Kansas Chapter of Sierra Club, and has served as a board member for the Kansas Natural Resource Council and the Kansas Rural Center for half a decade. His training is in political science, leadership, and women's studies from... Read More →
avatar for Kay Johnson

Kay Johnson

Sustainability and Environment Manager, PROSOCO
Experienced sustainability and environment professional in private, government and non-profit sectors. Education: BS Chemistry, MS Environmental Studies. Certifications: Certified Hazardous Materials Manager and LEED Green Associate. Current position - Sustainability and Environment... Read More →
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Les Lampe

Kansas Interfaith Action
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Jacob Miller

Co-Chapter Leader, Liaison, Citizens' Climate Lobby
We build the political will for action at Citizens’ Climate Lobby. We are committed to building the political will for the climate solutions we all need. As empowered citizens, we talk with neighbors, friends, and local officials about how national climate action can help ensure... Read More →
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Lauren Hadley

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
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DeAnna Hatch

Nutritional Health Coach, Natural Grocers
DeAnna Hatch (Dr. Dee) has been part of the health food revolution for more than 30 years – working at the co-op in Durango, CO, when that was the only source of pure foods.  After getting her bachelor’s in chemistry, she went on to get her PhD in Pharmacognosy.  This is the... Read More →
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Bridget Sanderson

coalition partner, BuildPowerMOKAN
Build Power MoKan is an energy justice coalition working collaboratively to expand access to clean, renewable energy, expand access to weatherization and assistance programs, and to hold electric utilities in Kansas and Western Missouri accountable to the needs of their customers... Read More →
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Brent Ragsdale

Business Development Manager, Willdan Performance Engineering
Willdan Performance Engineering, out of Lawrence, is a first year member of the Clean Energy Business Council.  We help communities with their existing facilities needs such as making school buildings better, safer, more comfortable and more energy efficient learning environments... Read More →
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Fernanda Preciado

Tonantzin Society

Solutions Showcase
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Flint Hill Renewable Energy and Efficiency Coop (FHREEC)

The Flint Hills Renewable Energy and Efficiency Cooperative (FHREEC) is a collective of volunteers who are dedicated to solar energy. Our personal approach to solving energy problems has been based on neighbors-helping-neighbors . We work with the homeowner to put up solar panels... Read More →
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City of Topeka Sustainability Advisory Board

City of Topeka Sustainability Advisory Board
The Sustainability Advisory Board (SAB) was established by the Topeka City Council in 2008 to serve as an advisory board to the Topeka City Council. Currently the SAB consists of members with expertise in engineering, waste management, biology, alternative fuels, and horticulture.The... Read More →
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The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy
The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.
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Willdan Performance Engineering

Willdan Performance Engineering
Our Vision is to form partnerships that engage communities to challenge limits and go beyond to create built environments that promote opportunity, wellbeing and sustainability.
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Washburn University - WUMester Events

WUmester is intended to foster a university-wide conversation on a diversity-related topic that will change each spring semester. The goal of the program is to engage the entire WU community in a cross-disciplinary learning experience on timely subjects and help students see the connections... Read More →
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Natural Grocers

Our company was founded in 1955 because we care ? we care about the environment, we care about the health of our nation, the economy, the health of our communities, and we care about you. From the beginning, our company was built on our Five Founding Principles which we rely on to... Read More →
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Citizens' Climate Lobby

We Build the Political Will for Action At Citizens’ Climate Lobby, we’re committed to building the political will for the climate solutions we all need. As empowered citizens, we talk with neighbors, friends, and local officials about how national climate action can help ensure... Read More →
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Build Power MOKAN

Build Power MoKan is an energy justice coalition working collaboratively to expand access to clean, renewable energy, expand access to weatherization and assistance programs, and to hold electric utilities in Kansas and Western Missouri accountable to the needs of their customer
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PROSOCO

PROSOCO is a national manufacturer of products for cleaning, protecting and maintaining concrete; making building envelopes air- and water-tight; and cleaning, protecting and restoring new and existing masonry buildings. We strive to provide innovative products and services that improve... Read More →
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Tonantzin Society

Tonantzin Society
The Tonantzin Society's mission is to preserve and educate on Chicanx/Xicanx art and culture including our indigenous heritage. Environmental justice is of growing importance to our mission. Additionally, we focus on crucial Latinx topics occurring across the Americas. Through cultural... Read More →

Sponsors
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Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project
The Climate + Energy Project (CEP) builds resilience in Kansas through equitable clean energy solutions and climate action.The Climate & Energy Project:connects people, organizations, and ideas,presents science-based facts,facilitates critical thinking and community engagement, and co-creates... Read More →
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Friends of the Kaw

Friends of the Kaw
Friends of the Kaw (FOK) serves the Kansas River, known locally as the Kaw. The Kansas River is the largest prairie-based river system in the world. The river originates at the junction of the Smoky Hill and Republican Rivers and runs 173 miles to meet the Missouri River at Kaw Point... Read More →
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Kansas Interfaith Action

Kansas Interfaith Action
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Kansas Natural Resource Council

Kansas Natural Resource Council
The Kansas Natural Resource Council promotes environmentally responsible practices and sustainable natural resource policies to ensure the quality and abundance of these resources for future generations.
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Kansas Rural Center

Kansas Rural Center
The Kansas Rural Center (KRC) is a private non-profit research, education and advocacy organization with deep roots in Kansas agriculture, communities, and grassroots organizing. Begun in 1979 to address the loss of family farms, concentration of land and natural resources into fewer... Read More →
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Metropolitan Energy Center

The Flint Hills Renewable Energy and Efficiency Cooperative (FHREEC) is a collective of volunteers who are dedicated to solar energy. Our personal approach to solving energy problems has been based on neighbors-helping-neighbors . We work with the homeowner to put up solar panels... Read More →
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U.S. Green Building Council

We're committed to transforming how our buildings are designed, constructed and operated through LEED, because we believe that every person deserves a better, more sustainable life. Our vision is that buildings and communities will regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of... Read More →


Washburn University WU Mester Event2021 pdf
Thursday March 18, 2021 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
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4:00pm CDT

Civic Participation Spotlight
Feedback Survey
Why it's important to actively participating in ones community ? This session will cover topics such as Running for Office, Engaging locally, Kansas Leadership Center, Kansas Environmental Leaders, & advocating around WEALTH Topics.

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Moderators
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Shaun Rojas

Director of Civic Engagement, Kansas Leadership Center
Shaun Rojas has spent more than a decade helping communities develop and create leadership programs that help individuals become better at exercising leadership and help them put those skills to use to be civically engaged. Shaun leads civic engagement efforts at The KLC designed... Read More →

Speakers
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Leilani Grey

Program Coordinator/WEALTH Days Tech Support, Climate + Energy Project
Leilani Grey is a Program Coordinator for the Climate +Energy Project. She is very passionate about the environment, conserving and protecting natural resources, and creating future communities that seek to adopt energy efficiency, and renewable energy strategies.Leilani received... Read More →
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Christina Valdivia-Alcalá

Council District 2, City of Topeka
Christina was born and raised in both Topeka’s Oakland neighborhood and a farm outside of Grantville. She grew up in a large family unit that stressed volunteerism, political involvement and civil rights. She graduated from Hayden High School, attended Wichita State and Washburn... Read More →
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Melissa Cheatham

Melissa grew up in Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from George Washington University and worked to advance a healthy environment, climate action, and clean energy future at the Natural Resources Defense Council and as Professional Staff for the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce... Read More →
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Logan Heley

Council Member Logan Heley was elected to the City Council in November 2017.He represents Ward 1. Ward 1 encompasses all of Overland Park north of 87th Street as well as the Round Hill neighborhood.Council Member Heley has lived in Ward 1 since 1994 and three generations of his family... Read More →

Thursday March 18, 2021 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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5:00pm CDT

Happy Hour
Feedback Survey
Access all of Day 3 sessions with this link http://bit.ly/ZoomDay3_Access
Moderators
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Uma Outka

Climate + Energy Project Board Member, KU School of Law Professor

Sponsors
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Climate + Energy Project

Climate + Energy Project
The Climate + Energy Project (CEP) builds resilience in Kansas through equitable clean energy solutions and climate action.The Climate & Energy Project:connects people, organizations, and ideas,presents science-based facts,facilitates critical thinking and community engagement, and co-creates... Read More →

Thursday March 18, 2021 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
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