CLEAN Teleconference Call January 10, 2017
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Planning for Climate Change in Detroit: The Story of the Detroit Climate Action Collaborative with Kimberly Hill Knott
Abstract: Detroiters working for Environmental Justice convened the Detroit Climate Action Collaborative in 2011 out of the recognition that preparing for a warming world would be necessary for improving the quality of life in the city. This group is rising the city of Detroit's first Climate Action Plan.
This is a unique initiative because it is led by an environmental justice non-profit that convenes partner organizations from universities, businesses, government and non-profits, and incorporates community review of the plan. As Kimberly Hill Knott likes to say, it's an effort "from the bottom up by force." The process has persevered despite the city's challenges-- emergency management, bankruptcy, and the lingering effects of disinvestment. In this webinar, you will hear from Kimberly Hill Knott, who will delve into the DCAC process, and Leila Mekias, who will talk about the youth climate summit program.
Bio: Kimberly Hill Knott, Policy Director at DWEJ
After spending over a decade working under the leadership of Congressman John Conyers (Ranking Member, House Judiciary Committee), as a Legislative Assistant, Kimberly furthered her interest in the political arena by joining the staff of Detroiters working for Environmental Justice (DWEJ), as Policy Director. DWEJ is an award winning social enterprise, dedicated to Detroit becoming the global model of a vibrant urban center, with an emphasis on promoting sustainable redevelopment and environmental justice.
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