Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 PWPA-LA Conference. Whether you attended or are joining us afterward, we invite you to explore the presentations and discussions that emerged from this interdisciplinary dialogue.

Program



Welcome

Welcoming Remarks by Dr. Thomas & Grace Selover

Hear from PWPA-International President and Secretary

Session 1

EcoCar Innovation Challenge by Dr. David Blekhman

Hear about an innovative student project designed to foster a sustainability mindset.

Improving Global Food System Resilience Against Geopolitical Conflicts under Changing Climate and Polluting Soil by Dr. Rattan Lal

Listen to insight and expertise on how war and world peace impact sustainability and the well-being of the Earth.

Session 2

Love to the Land: Duty of Care by Professor Alison Wakelin

Discover how consciousness may be fundamental to reality and how that would impact our relationship with nature.

Spiritual Advantage in Business-How Connectedness Shapes Leadership, Ethics, and Enduring Value Creation by Dr. Christopher Laszlo

“As machines become better machines, how do humans become better humans?”

Questions & Answers Session

Hear engaging questions from our attendees and insightful responses from our speakers, Prof. Alison Wakelin and Dr. Christopher Laszlo.

Session 3

Video Introduction: “Environmental Stewardship in California through Science and Ethics

Watch this short video presentation by the PWPA-LA team on an exciting college curriculum being developed.

Panel Discussion on Campus Sustainability

Listen to sustainability representatives from various university campuses share their insight into the future of sustainability education.