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Session 2: From Myths to Effective Climate Action – Climate Literacy 101: On a Path to Climate Success

June 3, 2020 @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Session 2: From Myths to Effective Climate Action

Wednesday, June 3rd

12pm-1pm

Dr. Mark Jaccard will speak on how climate-concerned citizens can overcome myths that hinder us from acting in time to prevent extreme climate impacts. Their actions can involve personal consumption choices (electric vehicles, heat pumps) but these only have an effect if citizens are also engaged in the political process and civil society to elect and support climate-sincere politicians. These personal and collective efforts must align with and foster a global strategy of decarbonization, especially in developing countries. Come to the talk to find out what is required on a simple path to climate success and what you can contribute.

 

Join us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn Series

About this Event

Are you an SFU student, faculty member, or staff climate champion committed to growing your understanding of climate science and pathways for change?

Climate Literacy 101 is an opportunity to learn from and engage with leading climate science and policy experts at Simon Fraser University. We are grateful to have Dr. Kirsten Zickfeld and Dr. Mark Jaccard presenting on the state of the climate and how citizens can contribute to climate success, and participating in a Q&A session over Zoom. The event series, co-hosted by the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions and Embark, will close with information about ongoing campus climate action initiatives and ways to get involved at SFU.

Details

Date:
June 3, 2020
Time:
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Event Category:
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/climate-literacy-101-on-a-path-to-climate-success-tickets-104489308334

Venue

Zoom