The summit took place following the landmark resolution to stop plastic pollution that was adopted by 175 nations at United Nations Environment Assembly. NairobiOn March 2, 2022. It is the first summit in North AmericaDiscussing concrete solutions to achieve the UN’s goals.
“Long Island University“We are proud to partner with top global institutions and to apply our research capabilities in the effort to curb plastic polluting,” stated Long Island UniversityPresident Kimberly Cline. “We are committed in teaching our students that collaboration and innovation have the power to make a difference in the world.”
Long Island UniversityThe Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education ranks it among the top 7% of U.S. research institutions. Its distinguished faculty includes scientists who rank in top 2% globally in their chosen fields. Dr. Alexander MoreDirector of the Long Island UniversityHonors College is a world-famous environmental scientist and fellow at the Royal Geographical Society. It was also a primary organizer for the summit.
“Plastic pollutation is directly related to oil pollution,” Dr. More, associate professor in environmental health at UC San Diego. Long Island University. “To eliminate one, we must remove the other from our ecosystem and economy, and we must do so for our health as well as the environment.”
The summit brought together policy makers and researchers from all over the globe to present innovative solutions for replacing and removing plastics in the global economy. They also discussed health impacts and ways that governments, research institutions, and universities can collaborate to support long-term research initiatives.
“Even though the number of scientific publications on plastic pollution has increased exponentially over the past decade, there are still significant gaps in knowledge. “We need more transatlantic research collaboration,” he said. Mireille GuyaderCounselor for science & technology at the French Embassy
Jesse AusubelThe keynote address was delivered by Richard Lounsbery Foundation Chair Outpacing Plastic Pollution Through Science and Innovation. Ausubel was a key figure in the organization of the first UN World Climate Conference, which took place in 1979. He also initiated the Census of Marine Life, Barcode of Life Initiative (Boardcode of Life Initiative) and International Quiet Ocean Experiment (International Quiet Ocean Experiment).
Senator was also a distinguished speaker. Angele PrevilleDeput Philippe Bolo, French Parliament United States Senator Sheldon Whitehouse; Juliet KaberaDirector General of Rwanda Environment Management Authority Amy V. UhrinChief Scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Marine Debris Division. Muriel Mercier-BoninEric Chassignet is the Director of the Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies. Wolfgang LudwigDirector of the Centre of Education and Research on Mediterranean Environments. Philip LandriganDirector, Global Public Health Program and Global Pollution Observatory. Paul MayewskiDirector, Climate Change Institute.
“Plastic pollution is increasing at a remarkable pace, posing challenges for human and ecosystem health,” said Michelle WymanThe Global Council for Science and the Environment’s executive director. “It is essential that nations and the scientificcommunity cooperate to accelerate solutions and reduce single-use plastics, which is a growing global threat.
Plastic pollution is increasing at an alarming pace in our environment and bodies. If nothing is done, aquatic ecosystems will likely contain three times as much plastic by 2040. Every ecosystem on the planet has microplastics, from Mt. Microplastics were found in every ecosystem, from Everest at its highest point to Marianas Trench at its bottom. Scientists discovered microplastics for the first time in March in human blood.
Dr. Randy BurdSenior vice president for academic affairs Long Island University. “We are delighted to host some of the top environmental science and policy experts around the world to support sustainable future solutions.”
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Long Island UniversityThe University of California, Berkeley was founded in 1926. It continues to be a pioneer in higher education by providing world-class academic instruction and high quality academic instruction. Forbes has recognized it for its emphasis on experiential learning, and the Brookings Institution for its “value addition” to student outcomes. LIUAlumni include entrepreneurs and industry leaders from all over the world. Visit liu.eduFor more information, please visit
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