“Kansas Energy: A Discussion with State Leaders” forum to feature Lt. Gov. Mark Parkinson and guests

As part of Emporia State University’s second annual Green Week event, the ESU Young Democrats and Environmental Club are hosting a special panel of Kansas leaders to discuss the state’s current energy policies. The panel discussion takes place Tuesday, April 22 at 12:30 p.m. in the Kanza Room of ESU’s Memorial Union.

The highlight of the panel is Lt. Gov. Mark Parkinson, co-chair of the Kansas Energy Council and chair of the Kansas Wind Working Group.

“It is important for Emporia State students to learn about the role the state plays in setting our environmental policies,” said Rachel Reeves, president of ESU Young Democrats. “We must ensure that our Kansas leaders are providing us with a healthy future.”

Other panelists include representatives from the Kansas Corporation Commission, Westar, the Great Plains Alliance for Clean Energy, and the Kansas Sierra Club. The panelists will discuss not only the current policies on Kansas energy, but also the state’s projected future.

Emporia State’s Green Week event is devoted to bringing awareness about environmental issues to the ESU campus. Students have the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities that teach individual responsibility and attend events that educate about current environmental issues.

For additional information on the Kansas Energy forum at ESU, please email Rachel Reeves at rreeves@emporia.edu.

ESU Young Democrats promote the ideas and philosophies of the Democratic Party on the Emporia State University campus through the organization, participation, and coordination of activities throughout the school year.

ESU Environmental Club organizes students who care about the environment to become more active on the Emporia State Campus. The club organizes local community service events and sponsors ecologically friendly activities.

Last Updated April 11, 2008>