SUN-C07: Making a Difference: A Multifaceted Approach to Resiliency Through Nature-based Strategies

Sunday, November 13, 2022

3:45pm – 5:00pm PT

Location: Moscone Center, Room 201-202

1.25 PDH, LA CES/HSW, AICP, FL, NY/HSW

Lead Speaker(s)

Stephanie A. Thoburn, ASLA, AICP

Asst. Director of Planning and Zoning
Town of Jupiter
Jupiter, Florida

Speaker(s)

Jerry Murphy, AICP

UF Resource Efficient Communities Resilience Initiative, Florida
Emily M. O'Mahoney, FASLA, LEED AP

Partner
2GHO, Inc. Landscape Architects, Planners, Environmental Consultants
Jupiter, Florida

Florida is ground zero for climate change. Hear how to affect public policy, funding, and design to integrate resilient, nature-sensitive land use strategies into public and private infrastructure systems.

Learning Outcomes:

How does resilient design and nature-based strategies for public spaces and private property disperse the burden equitably for urban and regional planning and design?
What results can occur when a comprehensive approach to resiliency is used along with input from the government, academia, and the private sector?
How comprehensive examples of resiliency and nature-based strategies (from small details to large-scale projects) can be beneficial areas for diverse ecosystems that support life on earth?
What can private sector landscape architects do to make a difference and what is the future role of the landscape professional towards resiliency?