Why Environment Matters for Our Children, Earth Day Public Lecture by Dr. Elizabeth Friedman, MD, MPH 

Join the Center for Energy & Environmental Education (CEEE) as we kick off the University of Northern Iowa’s 150th Anniversary event series with a special public lecture by Dr. Elizabeth Friedman, MD, MPH. 

As a leading expert in pediatric environmental health, Dr. Friedman will explore why children are uniquely vulnerable to environmental hazards and share actionable, evidence-based steps you can take to improve your home environment. Whether you are a parent, educator, or public health advocate, this talk offers vital insights into protecting the youngest members of our community.

Register Early! The first 25 registrants receive a FREE non-toxic cleaning supply bundle.

Registration: Why Environment Matters for Our Children

Parking: Attendees can park in the large parking lot to the West of the CEEE.

About the Speaker

Dr. Elizabeth Friedman is a double-board certified physician in Preventive and Occupational/Environmental Medicine. She serves as the Medical Director of an academic environmental health program and is a Co-PI of one of only ten Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units in the United States. With a background in ecology and epidemiology, Dr. Friedman bridges the gap between clinical medicine and community-driven environmental research to protect families from toxic exposures.