Go Native: Ecological Importance of Native Plants

Why are native plants so critical to a healthy ecosystem?  What happens when non-native invasive plants edge out our natives? Join Commissioner Roberta Barbieri to learn about the value (and beauty) of native plants and how we can protect and restore natives in Ridgefield.

Roberta Barbieri has 30 years of experience in corporate environmental sustainability and is currently Vice President of Global Sustainability for PepsiCo. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Conservation from the University of New Hampshire and two Master’s degrees, both from the University of New Haven, in Environmental Engineering and in Environmental Science.

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