The global climate has changed profoundly over the last century and now threatens the health and wellbeing of families and communities around the world. With continued climate change we can expect to see more severe and more frequent extreme weather events such as heatwaves, wildfires, hurricanes, and floods. The global community must move quickly to avoid the worst impacts of climate change, but there are multiple ways to do so with no clear “one size fits all” solution. This program will ask, should future efforts focus on facilitating large-scale mitigation efforts, helping communities and individuals adapt to a changing climate, or do we simply need more research? This year’s Bicknell Lecture will highlight the threats to human health posed by climate change and host a vibrant dialogue with leading experts on how to most productively move forward to address this global challenge.

Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, you will be able to

• List three criteria to assess level of international commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
• Discuss importance of effective communication strategies to influence policy makers regarding climate change
• Discuss the role of economic investment in addressing climate change and strategies to engage investors in changing the management of their portfolios