International Climate Action Day – E3 researchers to outline how we can make global impact

Posted on: 21 October 2024

The discussion will address how engineering, transportation, botany, geography, and large-scale environmental collaboration contribute to global climate action. The event will also launch a new MSc in Climate Adaptation Engineering, underscoring the role of education in preparing future generations to combat climate change.

This event offers a unique opportunity for journalists to engage with groundbreaking research and hear from experts who are shaping the future of climate action through cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Dr John Gallagher (Course Director, Climate Adaptation Engineering, School of Engineering) will outline how engineering innovations can help communities adapt to climate change, particularly in urban areas. He will share examples of successful projects and discuss the integration of climate resilience principles in education.

Prof. Brian Caulfield (School of Engineering) will focus on strategies for decarbonising transportation, balancing the demand for mobility with the need for emission reductions. He will explore the role of public transport, emerging technologies like electric vehicles, and policy changes needed to make transport systems more sustainable.

Dr Silvia Caldararu (School of Natural Sciences) will speak on the importance of biodiversity in mitigating climate change, focusing on her research in plant science and its role in climate adaptation. She will discuss strategies for protecting biodiversity and the implications of climate change on species migration and conservation. 

Prof. Anna Davies (School of Natural Sciences) will explain how geographical data and spatial understanding can inform climate policies. She will elaborate on the role of geography in disaster risk management and the importance of accounting for regional climate vulnerabilities in policy-making.

Raquel Cabral Harper (Executive Director, Co-Centre for Climate + Biodiversity + Water) will discuss the challenges of aligning biodiversity and water management with climate action. She will highlight successful community-based interventions and the essential partnerships between academia, government, and industry needed to tackle interconnected climate challenges.

For more information, see the Zoom link on the E3 website.

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