Speakers

Andy Lau
“Beyond Oil: Envisioning a Solar Future”

Starting with an overview of our energy situation and the two enormous challenges of dwindling fossil fuels and climate change, this presentation leads the audience through an exploration of renewable energy alternatives. While suggesting solutions, emphasis is on basic questions that should be applied to any energy alternative: Is it renewable? Does it provide more energy than it takes to harness it? Is it compatible with nature? Are there better ways? Is it necessary? What are the costs? Is it beautiful?

Andy Lau is a Professional Engineer and an associate professor of engineering at Penn State University, University Park. He has over 28 years engineering experience in solar energy and energy efficiency in buildings with expertise in building energy analysis, green design, solar energy technologies and computer modeling. He is a Partner with the 7group, LLP and helped found the Green Building Association of Central Pennsylvania. Currently, Andy is Associate Director of Penn State University's Center for Sustainability and is actively involved in Penn State's Solar Decathlon project—a 100% solar-powered house to be built in the Washington, DC mall in the fall of this year. Click here to read more about Andy Lau.

James Keeley
“Open Your Heart and Heal”

Are you struggling to find health, happiness or fulfillment? In this lecture you will learn a simple but profound technique for connecting to the guidance of your heart and leaving the pain of your struggles behind.

James has been studying spiritual healing since1995 and now serves as a faculty member at the University of Spiritual Healing and Sufism. He is the author of Walking With God. Health care practitioners looking to add a spiritual dimension to their practice, individuals seeking personal healing, couples and parents having problems in their most important relationships and people desiring a more intimate and profound relationship with the Divine have all benefited from James’ practical approach to healing and spiritual development. As a principal partner in LionHeart Consulting, James has consulted with Nike, Kaiser Permanente and The Nature Conservancy. Currently, he is involved in helping to create a retreat center in Pennsylvania. Click here to read more about James Keeley.