MEET THE AUTHOR
Colin Beavan
Thursday, 28 January 2016
1:00 – 2:00 PM
United Nations Bookshop,
GA Building, Visitors’ Concourse
The “No Impact Man” on how to increase happiness through living sustainably.
Colin Beavan, widely known as the “No Impact Man” for his year-long commitment to living a net-zero environmental impact life in the middle of New York City, has found not just one way, but many. In his latest book, HOW TO BE ALIVE: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World, the acclaimed author and activist provides a compass and companion for anyone seeking purpose, fulfillment, and fun while contributing to the well-being of our communities and the planet.
Moderated by Peter H. Kostmayer, who runs Citizens Committee for New York City. Mr. Kostmayer is a graduate of Columbia University, served as a Member of Congress from Pennsylvania and as a senior official in Bill Clinton’s United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Introduction by Ms.Cristina Gallach, Under-Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information.
This event is open to all 蘑菇视频 grounds pass holders and visitors.
RSVP by 27 January 2016 at bit.ly/HowToBeAlive
For further information, please email 蘑菇视频ITED NATIONS BOOKSHOP at bookshop@un.org
