Aug. 19, 2003
The South Coast Air Quality
Management District will host a free conference at its Diamond Bar headquarters
on Thursday on an emerging trend in environmental protection known as the
“precautionary principle.”
The precautionary
principle is defined as taking precautionary measures, even if some
cause-and-effect relationships are not fully established scientifically, when an
activity raises threats of harm to human health or the environment.
The conference, scheduled
from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in AQMD’s auditorium at 21865 Copley Dr. in Diamond Bar,
seeks to include scientists, physicians, researchers, educators,
environmentalists, business leaders, government officials, public health
experts, attorneys, and consultants with knowledge or interest of the
precautionary principle.
Speakers at the
conference include experts from environmental organizations, industry groups,
government agencies, and universities presenting the most recent scientific
research findings and case studies, placing an emphasis on air quality and
topics relevant to Southern California in a format that encourages an exchange
of ideas between presenters and participants.
Those interested can find
a detailed conference agenda on the AQMD’s website at
www.aqmd.gov, under the “meetings and workshops” section. A continental
breakfast, lunch, and other refreshments will be served. There is no charge for
the conference, however participants are encouraged to RSVP promptly, as
seating is limited and pre-registration is required.
To register, call Rainbow
Yeung at (909) 396-3373 or send an email to ryeung@aqmd.gov.
AQMD is the air pollution
control agency for Orange County and major portions of Los Angeles, San
Bernardino and Riverside counties.
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