Meeting Notice
When: Monday Feb. 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Where: Unity Church, 3023 Proctor Rd.
Sarasota, FL
Zoom Registration
Speaker: Dr. Micheal Barbour
Dr. Michael T. Barbour is an Aquatic Ecologist. He was the 2014 recipient of the International Environmental Stewardship Award given by a scientific society represented by 62 countries. This award was given because of his efforts in assisting EPA in updating the Biological and Physical Integrity components of the U.S. Clean Water Act and participating with scientists from the European Union to develop their biological protocol of their Water Framework Directive. He has been a member of the Heritage Oaks Healthy Lakes Initiative since its inception 4 years ago and has consulted with other Associations and the Sarasota County Environmental Protection Department.
Topic: Communicating Science to Make Informed Decisions
Summary: Perhaps the biggest challenge of scientists and engineers, no matter the discipline, is to convey the facts and underpinnings of the relevant issue to those who ultimately make the decisions. This is especially true as we consider over development and growth. Using EPA’s Clean Water Act and his involvement in its enhancement, Dr. Barbour will address the basis of scientific communication to the layperson and decision-makers
