Right vs. Right

When there are two environmentally sound, but opposing, solutions

The joint NIEA-NIEL conference for 2010 will focus on environmental topics where there are "opposite 'right' views", i.e. topics where two opposite views both have strong environmental arguments in their favour. The proposal is to explore a number of case studies that epitomise environmental dilemmas and the idea that many environmental issues create a situation of ‘right versus right’.

Following the case studies there will be a general debate and discussion on the above situations of environmental conflict. The event will then close with a formal debate focusing on the issues surrounding electric cars, e.g. are the environmental benefits marginal or significant, are the short term benefits overcome by the long term costs, etc.

If you are interested in attending or want more information, please contact kevin@nienvironmentlink.org