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Climate Change Adaptation Strategies: From International, National, State and City Persectives

Monday, February 6, 2012 6:00 PM

Chautauqua Community House

 

Climate news stories often discuss the effects of a warming climate, and what the future might hold for humanity. But less frequently does society hear what policy makers and scientists suggest as ways in which such change might be best managed. Buying compact-fluorescent light bulbs seems like a fine first step, but what bigger picture solutions exist?

 

Paty Romero-Lankao, a National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) scientist, will explore how population-dense megacities in developing nations manage vulnerability to climate change risks such as heat waves, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events.  Tom Iseman, program director for water and climate adaptation at the Western Governors’ Association, an organization serving 19 western governors and three US-flag Pacific islands, will discuss approaches that Colorado and US western states have looked at for climate adaptation.  Kara Mertz, Boulder's Local Environmental Action Manager who oversees the City of Boulder’s Climate Action Plan, will share Boulder’s future climate vision and adaptation strategies.

 

Cost is $10 for general public, $7 for members.  Visit http://www.chautauqua.com/upcoming_events.php for further information and to purchase tickets.