S3 Ep2 | Climate change intensifying weather events, and attribution science

In this episode, we're joined by The Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of the West Indies, Mona, who shares his expertise. We delve into how climate change is exacerbating the unpredictability and extremity of cold fronts, bringing heavy winds 💨 and higher sea levels 🌊 that cause coastal damage. Attribution science is emerging to ascertain the influence of climate change on these extreme events. 🌪️

Preparing for climate change impacts entails understanding potential future scenarios and updating infrastructure accordingly. 🛠️ There's a growing recognition among politicians 👥 that climate change profoundly affects daily life, demanding immediate action. 🚨

COP meetings play a vital role in raising awareness and securing funding 💼, yet there's a crucial need to enhance capacity for accessing and managing these funds. 💡 The 2026 COP holds critical significance in boosting ambitions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 🌱 Additionally, biodiversity agreements 🌿 are pivotal in mitigating the impacts of climate change.

🌍 00:00 Unpredictable and Extreme Cold Fronts
🌊 03:09 The Role of Climate Change in Extreme Events
🛠️ 04:00 Preparing for Climate Change Impacts
👥 05:31 Politicians and Climate Change
💼 09:36 COP Meetings and Funding
💡 14:36 Building Capacity for Climate Change Funds
🌱 18:25 The 2026 COP and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction
🌿 20:54 Biodiversity Agreements for Climate Change