Rachel Carson and Bob Hines researching off the Atlantic coast in 1952. Photo: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

The publication of Rachel Carson's Silent Spring on September 27th 1962, 60 years ago, was a catalyst for making the environment a vital part of the public discourse. Environmental research is since conducted in her legacy.

The colloqium discusses the questions: Who was Rachel Carson and why did Silent Spring galvanize the public into action? What lessons can be drawn from Silent Spring that could help us achieve a more sustainable future?

The discussion is moderated by Gun Rudquist, head of policy at the Stockholm University Baltic Sea Centre.

Timeline

15:00-15:05 Introduction by Gun Rudquist
15:05-15:15 Keynote by Dr. Mark Madison
15:15-15:25 Keynote by Prof. Cynthia De Wit
15:25-15:35 Keynote by Dr. Mitchell Thomashow
15:35-15:45 Keynote by Dr. Patricia DeMarco
15:45-16.30 Panel discussion

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