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INTERNATIONAL SUMMIT 2017
September 20 - 22, 2017Orlando, Florida
www.FAMU.edu/nexus
INTERNATIONAL THOUGHT LEADERS AND INNOVATORS
COLLABORATIVE DIALOGUE
NEXT GEN SCHOLARS
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Overview: The Nexus Enterprise & The Summit
ABOUT THE NEXUS The EnergyWaterFoodNexus is a new science enterprise launched at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University through a global public-private partnership that seeks to provide sustainable and innovative solutions for energy, water, and food security. The nexus approach is based on the premise that action in one sector impacts the other. Therefore, the search for solutions must simultaneously investigate all three sectors in a new science enterprise.
THE 2017 INTERNATIONAL SUMMITThe 2017 International Summit will continue to connect participants, growing the global network of public and private sector industry stakeholders working in the energy, water, and food sectors. This summit will feature a special focus, Global Access to Safe Water. Access to safe drinking water remains one of the biggest challenges facing the global community. The United Nations’ sustainable development eff orts estimate that more than 1.5 billion people lack safe drinking water and more than 2.5 billion lack access to adequate sanitation. This problem is not restricted to developing countries of the world; it is also a rural America problem as in Flint, Michigan, and as in many other rural communities in America that still depend on unregulated private wells and contaminated surface water for their water needs.
WHY ATTEND• Learn about emerging innovations in energy, water, and food fi elds and interact with the people leading them
on local, regional, national, and global levels• Connect with a growing global network of public and private sector industry thought leaders, innovators,
policymakers, corporations, next-generation scholars, researchers, and other stakeholders working in the energy, water, and food sectors
• Infl uence, mentor, and recruit students and scholars studying and researching long-term solutions at the local, national, and international levels
• Accelerate technology transfer, commercialization and deployment of energy, water, and food innovations
CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 850-599-3550Email: [email protected]/nexus
“Global needs for safe drinking water, clean energy production, and improved food security are spurring researchers and industry to discover and apply innovative and sustainable solutions to meet needs of growing populations while protecting the integrity of natural systems. Florida A&M is convening the summit to promote cross-cut-ting discussion, scholarship, and collaboration among researchers, students, and entrepreneurs.”
VICTOR IBEANUSI, PH.D. SUMMIT CHAIR, DEAN
FAMU School of Environment
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NEW SCIENCE ENTERPRISEThis track will highlight research within and across disciplines focusing on existing and emerging knowledge about energy, water, and food production. The nexus approach is based on the premise that an action in one sector impacts the other. Therefore, presentations and panel discussions in this track will promote consideration of interrelationships and synergies, with an emphasis upon solutions-focused research, and inclusion of international approaches.
ACCELERATED INNOVATIONThis track will highlight innovative solutions to advancing effi ciencies and sustainability in meeting energy, water, and agricultural needs. Sessions will feature presentations from business, industry, or social entrepreneurs who are applying technology-based applications and innovative processes to address nexus challenges.
SCIENCE-BASED POLICY & DECISION MAKINGThis track will address the role governments and organizations can play in advancing nexus-informed solutions through policy and programmatic support, as well as challenges faced in introducing new standard policies and practices.
GLOBAL ACCESS TO SAFE WATERThis track will seek to maximize collective eff orts in ensuring that rural communities around the world have access to secured safe drinking water. Some of the major outcomes of this initiative will be the creation of a database of rural communities that lack access to safe water, which when completed, will serve as a resource template for assessing safe water needs in rural communities; educational and research programs that train new generation of scholars that are capable of providing solutions in their local communities and beyond; and community engagement programs that empower local communities to take action.
Summit Themes & Tracks
“ At Florida A&M, sustainability is more than a buzzword; it has been a part of our history since designation as a land-grant agricultural University in 1890. As a research institution with expertise in renewable energy, water quality, and food science, we will lead the charge on the nexus approach by breaking silos to spark creative collaborations and accelerate innovation, while training a future generation of problem solvers.”
REGISTRATIONFEES
$50ALUMNI & INDUSTRY
GALA TICKET
$100STUDENT ADMISSION*
$300EARLY ADMISSION
NOW THRU MARCH 31, 2017
$350GENERAL ADMISSIONAPRIL 1 - AUGUST 18, 2017
$375LATE AND ON-SITE ADMISSION
AUGUST 19 - SEPTEMBER 21, 2017
LARRY ROBINSON, PH.D.INTERIM PRESIDENTFlorida A&M University
* Student Admission does not include a ticket to the Alumni & Industry Gala.
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Location
ORLANDO, FLAs an international hub centrally located within the state of Florida, and also home to the Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law, the City of Orlando was the obvious choice for the 2017 International Summit on EnergyWaterFoodNexus (EWFN). With a local governement dedicated to sustainable and environmentally-friendly initiatives, its young and highly educated workforce, and established clusters of industry in energy, clean technology, agriculture, life sciences, and tourism, Orlando can aff ord our attendees the opportunity to connect with professionals in a myriad of industries. Moreover, the City of Orlando is dedicated to partnering with FAMU in co-hosting the 2017 EWFN.
THE VENUE
Hilton Orlando6001 Destination ParkwayOrlando, FL 32819Phone: (407) 313-4300www.thehiltonorlando.com
The Hilton Orlando is located 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport, in the heart of the International Drive shopping, dining and entertainment district.
Click here to access a complete listing of hotel features and amenities.
Mention the summit to receive a special rate of
$150 per night +taxes and fees
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Agenda
WEDNESDAY - SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 PRE-SUMMIT
6 p.m. Welcome Reception
THURSDAY – SEPTEMBER 21, 2017 SUMMIT DAY 1
7 a.m. On-site Registration Opens
8:30 a.m. Welcome Remarks
9:15 a.m. Keynote Speaker
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Poster Presentations & Technology Expo
10:15 a.m. Advancing EWFN Networks Plenary Session
11:15 a.m. Lunch
Concurrent Session Tracks:
SCIENCE ENTERPRISE ACCELERATEDINNOVATION
SCIENCE BASED POLICY & DECISION MAKING
GLOBAL ACCESS TO SAFE WATER
1 p.m.Regional Trends in EWFN
Science and Research Enterprise
Computational Modelling and Cyberinfrastructure in
EWFN
Enabling EWFN Workforce Development and Student
Training
Safe Water and HealthWorkshop
2:15 p.m. Integrating EWFN Systems Workshop
EWFN Integrated Marketand Business Solutions Developing EWFN Policy
Impacts of Climate Changeon Water Quality and
Availability
3:30 p.m. Day 1 Closing Remarks
7 - 10 p.m. Student Gathering & Film Series
7 - 10 p.m. ALUMNI & INDUSTRY GALA
FRIDAY – SEPTEMBER 22, 2017 SUMMIT DAY 2
8 a.m. On Site Registration Opens
8:30 a.m. Welcome Remarks
9 a.m. Keynote Speaker
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Poster Presentations & Technology Expo
10 a.m. EWFN Capital Market Networks Plenary Session
Concurrent Session Tracks:
SCIENCE ENTERPRISE ACCELERATEDINNOVATION
SCIENCE BASED POLICY & DECISION MAKING
GLOBAL ACCESS TO SAFE WATER
11:15 a.m. Advancing EWFN Data Networks
Infrastructure Solutions for a Changing Environment
Workshop
Mobilizing Communities in EWFN Policies Innovations in Water Re-Use
12:30 p.m. Systems Solutions: ReducingFood Waste
EWFN Climate ChangeImpacts
Connecting Global Communities Workshop
Advancing Water InnovationSolutions
1:30 p.m. Summit Synopsis & Closing + Lunch
3 - 6 p.m. POST-SUMMIT ECO TOUR
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Sponsorship Opportunities
The Summit off ers various sponsorship opportunities to companies, organizations, and individuals that wish to engage attendees through heightened brand visibility and awareness, as well as through diff erent avenues of publicity.
In addition to traditional sponsorship prospects, our unique Special Event Sponsorships are ideal for those looking to become more involved with the Summit. These packages give Summit attendees maximum exposure to your business or organization.
The Tech Expo is returning this year and is expected to be even bigger and better than the last. New and established businesses have a chance to showcase current and upcoming products, services and innovations throughout the two-day Summit.
New to this Summit is the EnergyWaterFoodNexus Consortium. Consortium memberships are extended to educational institutions commited to faculty and student participation at the Summit.
Visit www.famuenergywaterfoodnexus.org/sponsors to learn more, or to purchase a sponsorship package.
SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
____ Student Poster Presentations $2,500
____ Alumni & Industry Gala Awards $5,000
____ Pre-Summit Networking Reception $6,000
____ Eco-Tour $6,500
____ Tech Expo $10,000
____ Alumni & Industry Gala $25,000
GENERAL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
____ Student $1,000
____ Bronze $1,000
____ Silver $3,000
____ Gold $5,000
“The City of Orlando is working to become one of the most sustain-able cities in America, and we are committed to building partner-ships and sharing resources that foster positive environmental change.”
BUDDY DYER MAYOR
City of Orlando
CONSORTIUM MEMBERSHIPS
____ Level I $2,500
____ Level II $4,000
TECH EXPO EXHIBITOR
____ Exhibitor Booth $1,000
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Special Event Sponsorship Opportunities
GeneralSponsorship Opportunities
ConsortiumMembership Opportunities
Tech ExpoExhibitor Opportunities
