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The Columbia Climate School
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The climate crisis is one of the greatest threats facing humanity. In response, Columbia University established the nation's first climate school in 2020 to educate future climate leaders, support groundbreaking research, and foster essential climate solutions from the community to the planetary scale.
Climate LIVE K12: Myths and Misinformation about Renewable Energy
Climate LIVE K12: Myths and Misinformation about Renewable Energy
Climate LIVE K12 (formerly EI LIVE K12) is dedicated to bringing the science of sustainability to K12 students, educators, and parents.
About this Event
Target Audience: Grades 9-12, Undergraduates, Educators, the Public
Alarming data has begun to emerge that misinformation is eroding support for renewable energy development in parts of the country. This session describes where misinformation comes from and analyzes some of the common misconceptions about wind and solar energy.
A link to join the session will be provided to all registered participants 24 hours in advance.
If you would like to submit any questions before the event, please send them to Laurel Zaima-Sheehy (lzaima@climate.columbia.edu)
