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I didn't start off being an environmentalist. But when you learn about these things, there's not really another way you can go.
When talking about climate change, keep in mind the things we're so confident about temperature, heat waves, droughts and fires. No need to go to extremes in discussions.
Some impacts are really clear, like heat waves and droughts due to temperature. Many things are more complex, like how mushrooms will fare.
We can still "roll" good weather, but extreme weather becomes more likely.
Given the changes we can see coming, it's really disheartening that there's not a sense of urgency!
We've been thrust into this political world. We're scientists, not trained public communicators.
if I google this, I'm overwhelmed with all these opinions and I can't tell. The same thing with global warming – you have to look at peer-reviewed journal articles.
Sandra's advisor gave her good advice, saying we don't need more science before solving the climate problem. We know as much as we need to know.
As a new mom, Sandra shares her hopes for the world she leaves for her kids.
Just by yourself, it's hard to have much impact. But being an example for others is a great way to lead change.
How does our climate work? I think it's amazing and crazy at the same time.
I have hope because I educate these really passionate students who have come to school to learn how they can make a difference. And they are making a difference.