As our planet undergoes unprecedented environmental shifts, understanding the connections between climate change and extreme weather phenomena becomes increasingly vital. From hurricanes and wildfires to heatwaves and flooding, extreme events are becoming more frequent and intense, posing significant challenges to communities worldwide. We will delve into the scientific evidence and mechanisms behind the escalating frequency and severity of extreme events in a changing climate. How are rising global temperatures, altered precipitation patterns and shifting atmospheric dynamics influencing the occurrence and intensity of extreme weather events? This panel promises to deepen your understanding of the urgent challenges posed by climate change–induced extreme events and inspire collective action toward a more resilient and sustainable future.
Hear from a panel of prominent female leaders creating the blueprints for a more sustainable world through clean technologies.
Antonia Bullard, Climate and Energy Strategy Advisor, S&P Global, interviews Fred Krupp, President of the world-renowned Environmental Defense Fund. Fred provides color to his story of how he leads one of the largest organizations dedicated to providing ways and suggestions for the world to lead environmentally conscious lives and protect the planet.
How does the pivotal role of design combat climate change? What are some innovative design strategies across architecture, urban planning, product development and behavioral interventions? How can design thinking drive sustainability and resilience in a changing world?