New York, NY—On January 15, 2016, Coral Davenport, energy and environment correspondent for The New York Times, addressed WFPG members and guests on The Paris Agreement: A Historic Turning Point or a Toothless Political Symbol? Davenport discussed the political significance of the international climate change accord reached in Paris, and the crucial role that President Obama played in obtaining this historic achievement. She highlighted the importance of the Paris Agreement to Obama’s legacy and its connection to current US climate policy. Lastly, Davenport emphasized how the Paris Agreement essentially signaled the death of the coal industry. The event was co-sponsored by the Institute of International Education and moderated by WFPG President Patricia Ellis. View DC event and article.

Coral Davenport of The New York Times with WFPG President Patricia Ellis		Betsy Glans of the International Institute of Education welcomes guests
Coral Davenport addresses the audience		Guests listen during the program