Science vs. Emotion: Making Informed Decisions in the Midst of a Stampede
Event Date: Sep 13, 2012
Event Time: 10:15 am - 11:30 am
Location: Stadium Club at Folsom Field
Session 4: Science vs. Emotion: Making Informed Decisions in the Midst of a Stampede
Since the federal government’s sponsorship of the great explorations of the 19th century West, the role of science in public policy-making and implementation has occupied center-stage in the region’s development. This session will explore the experiences of land managers who are committed to taking science into account when dealing with issues that carry intense cultural, emotional, and political charges. What are the best strategies for using science to resolve conflicting demands for the use and protection of public lands?
Mike Dombeck
Global Conservation Professor at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Lynn Scarlett
Environmental Analyst & Former Deputy Secretary of the Interior
