H2Obligation
Scott Wolf | Miller Hull Partnership
SUMMARY: H2Obligation calls on all of us to rise to the challenge of being responsible stewards of one of the earth's most valuable natural resources, water. This fascinating, meditative piece, including a 3 minute sequence of beautiful images and alarming facts will inspire in-depth classroom inquiry. Like sustainability's triple bottom line, H2Obligation suggests that we can think about our actions in a three part, interrelated framework: 1) work/school, 2) community and 3) personal. This video will inspire viewers to think systemically, design for solutions, and take collective action to address this century's most pressing and challenging issue.
BIO: Scott Wolf, FAIA, is a Partner at The Miller Hull Partnership, recipient of the 2003 AIA National Firm Award and is widely recognized as a leader in environmentally responsible design. His projects demonstrate the transformative role that water, wastewater and stormwater systems play in the creation of a sustainable future for our built environment. Scott is truly passionate about water and through his work, he has demonstrated how caring about the planet?s water resources can effectively and persuasively demonstrate the transformative role that these systems play in the creation of a sustainable future for our built environment.
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