City Regenerative: Rebuilding the City in Harmony with Nature

The term “regenerative” describes processes that restore, renew and revitalize, creating sustainable systems that incorporate the needs of society with the integrity of nature. “City Regenerative” describes the process of rebuilding the city in harmony with nature. Moderated by Kenneth Schwartz, Dean, Favrot Professor of Architecture, Tulane School of Architecture, a panel of journalists, architects, designers, and public officials will discuss the impact of climate change on infrastructure and urban development, and the challenges we face as megacities expand and/or densify.

Panelists – Ariella Cohen, Executive Editor and Interim Director, Next City; Porie Saikia-Eapen, Director of Sustainability and Environmental Compliance, Metropolitan Transportation Authority NY; Bradley Samuels, Partner, Situ Studio; Jeffery Shumaker, Chief Urban Designer + Director of Urban Design, Urban Design Office, NYC Department of City Planning

The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. RSVP to communications@nationalacademy.org.

Location

National Academy Museum & School
1083 5th Ave
New York City, NY

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