Transportation at a crossroads | Nick Palumbo | TEDxShinnecockHills |
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In this educative talk, Mr. Palumbo shares the history transportation in the United States and what the future might look like if we take action towards a sustainable life. Is a mechanical engineer and a lifelong resident of Southampton, NY where he currently serves as the Executive Director of Sustainability Programs at Suffolk County Community College. Along with a team of advocates Nick is developing “action oriented environmental projects” throughout the county. His advocacy and concern for the community has led him to become a member of both the Board of Architectural Review & Historic Preservation and the Planning Board for the Village of Southampton, and the Board of Education for the Southampton School District. His experience as a former US Naval Officer, has created the need promote water safety and environmental awareness through the recently formed Southampton Village Ocean Rescue Team. And tackling the issues of transportation and how it will continue to impact life on Long Island and similar communities world-wide. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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