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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: Role of Blue Carbon in Combating Climate Change
Climate LIVE K12: The Role of Blue Carbon in Combating Climate Change and Restoring Biodiversity
Climate 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, Graduate Students, Educators, the Public
This session will explore the power of blue carbon ecosystems, focusing on the critical role seagrass meadows play in carbon sequestration and coastal resilience. We will dive into real-world examples of restoration projects, including the development of carbon credits and biodiversity markets, which not only help mitigate climate change but also promote the conservation of marine biodiversity.
A link to join the session will be provided to all registered participants upon registration.
If you would like to submit any questions before the event, please send them to Laurel Zaima-Sheehy (lzaima@climate.columbia.edu)
