Program

Report: Sustainable Resources 2003

856 people from or working in over 120 countries registered and well over 2000 people participated in various ways. 237 volunteers helped organize 165 presenters, public talks, pre-conference seminars and a 40,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall filled with displays from both commercial and non-profit groups. Mainly from registration funds, we gave 308 scholarships and over $24,000 in travel expenses - and still came out several thousand dollars ahead.

Feedback Report: Sustainable Resources 2003

"Over the years I have attended many meetings. Sustainable Resources 2003 gathered the most diversity and potential to heal the heart of humanity and the Earth I have seen anywhere." - William Evans, MD

"I feel like I've been in different world: people were so open, friendly and enthusiastic. - Tatiana Bodganova, Belarus

“I was absolutely dumfounded at what you and your teams achieved. We, and the whole world, owe you a very great debt of gratitude. You have created a groundswell that we must not lose.” – Maury Albertson, Peace Corps and Village Earth founder

“There was no place at Sustainable Resources for ‘the sky is falling’ rhetoric that can be so harmful to any kind of progress. Instead, it focused to the point of pleasant exhaustion on a wealth of practical solutions that offered hope where people often see none. The next conference cannot come soon enough.” - David Schaller, Sustainable Development Coordinator, USEPA Denver

“We’re returning home with new friends and lots of inspiration.” – Abdul Kagga, Uganda

"You have turned heads.  Everyone I talked to about the conference, speakers and audience alike, offered rave reviews. You and your team did an extraordinary job both in content and organization. Word will quickly spread. Turnout will be much larger for the next session. Thanks for a job well done." Michael Kinsley, Principal, Rocky Mountain Institute

"It was one of the best conferences -- and I believe the most important -- I have ever attended." - Neville Williams, SELCO

"I love to walk a few steps together with you. We reach no where by being alone, we need to have union of hands & hearts. Thank you sooo much." - Chintamani Yogi, Nepal

“For recycling during conferences, the national average for ‘diversion rate’ is 25% and the best we’ve done at CU prior to this was 40%. Your conference had a ‘diversion rate’ of 85%! We’ve never done anything this comprehensive or successful.” – Jack deBell, director Recycling Programs, University of Colorado

"I believe SR04 will have an enormous increase in participants, as the people were all so delighted and encouraged, and took this impressions with them back to their countries." - Alex Zahnd, Nepal

“We thoroughly enjoyed being in the company of so many passionate, active, and innovative people! We look forward to next year.” - James Cromie, CU School of Medicine

“I just wanted you to know how astounding the conference was and how many great contacts I made. I feel like I’m triple the person I was before. It was just life changing and I’m so appreciative that you took the time and had the awareness to set this up because I’m just changed forever. I think you’re on to a great thing and I’m going to sign up for next year as soon as I can. It was probably one of the best weekends of my life. Erica Vohman, Equilibrium Fund

“It was a fabulous conference…congratulations on a job well done!” – Greg Franta, FAIA, ENSAR Group

“I wanted to congratulate you and thank you for an incredible conference. I'm already looking forward to next year.” - Laurie Stone, International Program Manager, Solar Energy International

“I wanted to congratulate you on a job exceptionally well done... I look forward to future developments and progress from what I learned.” -David T. Williams, Shell Oil Operations US

"I cannot tell you how much I appreciated being able to participate in the conference!" - Richard Stanley, Legacy Foundation, Uganda

"Congratulations on the success of the SR 2003 conference! Everyone I talked to was raving about it & already looking forward to coming next year & inviting many others. I think the word is really going to get out & it sounds like it will be a resounding success for years to come - way to go!" - Michael Kubitschek, Ball Aerospace

“The conference helped me to gain perspective over the vast puzzle of world poverty, and to see how my modest piece fits in. I look forward to attending again in the years to come. See you next year!” Windy Dankoff, Dankoff Solar

“It touched a vital nerve. It was not only a great leap forward, it was a quantum leap forward in allowing participants to align their values with their visions for hands-on solutions.” – Alexia Parks, dir. Center for Rapid Evolution

“You have certainly done a huge service to the world's poor in bringing everyone together!!” - Walt Rattermanm, Green Empowerment

“I am exhausted but have been filled with enough ideas and energy and fire that I will synthesize for a long time to come.” – anon

“It reminded me of going to town after a month on the ranch. I came back full of energy knowing that many good souls are pushing together trying to be helpful.” – Dean Still, Aprovecho Research Center

"I was particularly impressed with the ethical, indeed spiritual, perspective that much of the conference focused on the issue of sustainability. It is a message that is not reaching corporate board rooms, and it needs to. Congratulations on an excellent program." - Robert C. Kerr, Publisher, Corporate Environmental Strategy

" I was very glad to be able to attend and thought it was a wonderful experience." - Daniele Lantagne, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

" I am glad I came and was able to share with other brothers and sisters who are concerned about the future of this planet like we are." - Margaret Owino, Kenya

"I was truly honored to be a part of it, and already look forward to next year's conference. I heard nothing but great feedback from all involved." - Pippa Sorley, marketing director, Whole Foods Market

"It was a wonderful event, my hearty congratulations to you all for the fine work." - A.Jagadeesh, India

“I think that it was beneficial to all involved and should spur on some new initiatives and relationships.” – Gayle Zonnefeld, Partners for Christian Development

“Talk about renewable energy....I really needed my batteries recharged and the conference did that plus...I commend you for your brilliant vision, dedication and very hard work. I SALUTE you!” - Ed Artis, Knightsbridge International

"I congratulate you for putting such an event together as you did and the large number of people from many countries. Of course count me in again next time for another exhibit booth." Eric Hawkins, director Powertech Solar, UK

“I just wanted to thank you for putting together a wonderful and impressive conference… this kind of experience is invaluable." – Douglas McMeekin, Ecuador

" I congratulate you for your vision, foresight, and energy in making the Conference a huge success." - Chuma Obiudu, Nigeria

"Some very important networking took place. It is with no small amount of enthusiasm that I talk up the conference to all whom I meet.” - Brother Andre, SVD, Kenya

“AWESOME! I loved the experience, was caught up in the energy, and would love to participate again next year!” – Vic Guadagno

“A truly over the top job on putting this event together -it really was a great gathering which undoubtedly expanded a lot of minds. I especially liked the comment of the young engineering graduate who spoke up the first night and said that she felt like she had finally found home.” - Tom Hast, president Hast & Company

“I truly felt inspired by the gathering of like-minded individuals who care to make the world a better place.” - Brad Peirce, Naturalinks Communications

“I really had a great opportunity to learn and network with competent people. It was very useful to me and to me". - Umi Mu'awanah, Jakarta

“We met great folks, introduced our Uganda friend Henry to tons of helpful people, and kick-started a fund raising campaign. I also believe you have created the first of what will be a long line of conferences that will change the world.” – Steve Elliott, Act With Genius

"I too was very proud to be there and see young people at the conference who have hope, faith, and love for the planet." Wilfred Pimentel, Rotary International

"This was one of the very best conferences I have ever attended! Everyone I met or heard speak was dynamically proactive and pioneering ways to build a world that works for everyone. - Alanna Hartzok,

“I really felt lucky to be able to participate in such a positive and important event.” - Tober Schorr, Mozambique

“It was a unique opportunity for me to learn about different sustainable solutions and meet great people.” - Inna Platonova, Canada

“You did an amazing job of pulling it all together and I was very happy that I got to attend and give a talk!” – Dr. Martin Fisher, ApproTEC, Kenya

"It was a wonderful and very busy time, a great event. I feel a better person and look forward to SR 2004." - Inna, EnerGreen Foundation

"an incredible job, a fabulous conference, truly an impressive piece of work. "Huzzah!" - Spencer Jourdain, 1420 Foundation

“an incredible event, it was really wonderful, inspiring and transformative.” Ellen Holly Klaver

“Your conference has stirred up a lot of activity!” - Jim Riordan, Technet Group

"Of course count me in again next time for another exhibit booth." Eric Hawkins, director Powertech Solar Ltd

"I was able to get new vistas of understanding as well as gain direct contact with people involved in several areas of sustainable development." - Alexander Daniel, India

" It was a wonderful conference and I just wish there had been time for me to leave my booth more often to attend more lectures!" - Debra St. Clair, EthnoMedicine Preserve, Peru

“By bringing together consideration of technical and cultural issues within the umbrella of respect for the dignity of nature and all mankind, the conference encouraged those involved to take the broad perspectives needed to create workable solutions. It was inspiring for me to attend.” – Jeff Cohn

"SR2003 was one of the finest conferences I have attended. I made many wonderful connections and learned more than I thought possible. A month later and I'm still repeatedly referring back to it." - Amanda Daflos, International Mountain Explorers Connection

“We were exhibitors at SR03. It was the highlight of the year for us. How unusual for any event to be so full of heart!” – Susanne, Men in Green