Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change in Industry, Government and Society

What is Climate Change? A simple question to ask, but a complicated question to answer. This Forum session of distinguished scientist leaders helps to define a clear picture of what the U.S. and the World are dealing with in climate change.

The panels will examine a variety of topics that improve understanding of climate change:

• What is happening to the Earth driven by climate change? 
• How do we observe climate change? 
• What are the human drivers? 
• How are human health and the health of the planet affected by climate change? 
• How do we reach society to educate, respond, cooperate, and implement solutions? 
• How do we study and report on climate change? 
• What are the most notable gaps in how we respond to climate change? 
• What type of technologies can be brought to bear to mitigate and adapt to climate change?  
• What role should government play in addressing climate change and partner with industry and the public to bring about meaningful solutions?  
• How do government agencies begin to address climate change within their mission scope and funding?