Theme: Mainly Fracking

Three eminent professors present talks on the dangers of fracking from different perspectives: climatic, geological and health-wise. The fourth speaker will talk on a totally unrelated subject, namely the concept, practice and application of natural intelligence.

Universal Hall
Findhorn Foundation, The Park
Findhorn
Forres, Moray, IV36 3YN
United Kingdom

Andrew Watterson

Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health Research

Professor Andrew Watterson head the Occupational and Environmental Health Research Group and Centre for Public Health and Population Health Research at Stirling University. He has a particular interest in cumulative health impact assessments of fracking, risk assessment and risk management of chemicals and has written several reports and peer-reviewed papers on fracking.

David Smythe

Professor in Geophysics

David Smythe was Professor of Geophysics at the University of Glasgow. Following early retirement in 1998 he consulted intermittently for the oil industry. Since 2013 he has researched the risks of contamination of groundwater resources by fracking.

Jeddah Mali

Executive Director and founder of Intelligent Life Ltd,

Jeddah has designed a mapping app which reveals the hidden patterns in our thinking, being and doing that is affecting our outcomes. Jeddah provides an in- depth examination into the nature and function of life, and the mechanics that make it work. Our understanding and use of these mechanics determine the extent to which we can produce consistent and reliable results. Jeddah is sought after for her precise understanding of human beings, the contribution each person makes individually and collectively and the impact this has on the world in which we live. Jeddah mentors and consults for individuals, organisations and social initiatives as well as advising and guiding thought leaders and change makers. Her clients are drawn from over 60 countries around the world.

Stuart Haszeldine

Professor of Geology and Carbon Capture and Storage

Stuart Haszeldine is Professor of Geology and Carbon Capture and Storage at the University of Edinburgh. He spent two decades learning how to extract and use fossil fuels. And has spent the subsequent 15 years trying to replace carbon back underground into the geology it came from. Whilst also analysing, educating, and informing citizens, businesses and governments that travelling towards, and arriving at, net-zero carbon emissions is one of the essential must-do items for this century. He works internationally.