On the first year anniversary of the District of Columbia joining the Biophilic
Cities Network, join us to hear updates on current progress, discuss
opportunities for action, and help create a healthy, green city.
What is Biophilia?
Biophilia is defined as a "love of life" and recognizes the human need to connect with the natural world. Biophilic design and planning increases access to nature, light, and biodiversity in order to reduce stress, promote healing, foster creativity, and improve cognitive function.
Who Should Attend?
Policy makers, architects, landscape architects, educators, public health professionals, wildlife advocates and wildlife biologists, planners, environmental and park advocates, business leaders, artists, food advocates, gardeners, citizens, and all interested stakeholders.
How do I get to UDC?
The UDC Student Center is located at at 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW, Ballroom A – at the Van Ness-UDC Metro station (red line). Limited parking is available on campus for a fee. Paid street parking is also available.
Dean, College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability & Environmental Sciences (CAUSES), University of the District of Columbia
Dr. Sabine O'Hara is responsible for academic, research and community outreach programs in the tradition of landgrant universities, and is leading the University’s efforts to building a cutting edge model for Urban Agriculture and urban Sustainability that improves the quality of life and economic opportunity for urban populations.
Damien Ossi is a senior wildlife biologist in DOEE's Fisheries and Wildlife Division. He provides wildlife management expertise for the District Biophilia Workgroup. Prior to joining DOEE, Damien worked for the National Audubon Society. He has a Master of Environmental Management, Landscape Ecology, from Duke University.
Stella Tarnay is an environmental planner and educator. As co-founder of Biophilic DC she leads and collaborates to bring nature experience into the lives of DC's residents. Before co-founding Biophilic DC, Stella worked on green building policy and taught in the Sustainable Landscapes program at George Washington University. She is a steering committee member of the Biophilic Cities Network.
Mary Lynn Wilhere coordinates the District Biophilia Workgroup and splits her time between business outreach and sustainable landscaping policy. She has worked extensively with lawn care companies, landscapers, and related trade associations through EPA's Lawns and the Environment Initiative. She has degrees in Public Policy with a concentration in Environmental Management, and a Business degree.
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