Transformational Adaptation with the Climate Science Alliance: The 2023 San Diego Climate Summit

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In episode 196 America Adapts, we partnered with the Climate Science Alliance to cover their Climate Science Summit at the San Diego Natural History Museum. Experts, speakers and participants from the Summit are highlighted in this episode. We kick things off with Dr. Amber Paris of the Alliance setting the stage for the Alliance’s approach to transformational adaptation, emphasizing community-centered approaches, resilience, and relationship building. Multiple tribal voices share the importance of indigenous approaches to climate adaptation. The summit was a rousing event with many diverse voices sharing their perspectives on transformational adaptation. You’ll also hear how art and culture play a critical role in how society is going to adapt to the impacts of climate change. Looking ahead, the Alliance aspires to build on their momentum, encouraging others to adopt their transformational adaptation model and fostering partnerships. The episode highlights the power of collective action and offers insights for organizations on a similar adaptation journey.
This episode was generously sponsored by the Climate Science Alliance
Experts in this Episode:
Dr. Amber Pairis - Founder and Lead Advisor of the Climate Science Alliance Paula Ezcurra - Operations and Grants Manager, Climate Science Alliance Martha Rodriguez - Sycuan Cultural Dept. Director, Instructor Nikki Cooley - Co-manager for the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals’ Tribal Climate Change Program Lauran Engeman - Coastal Climate Resilience Specialist at California Sea Grant Amy Larson - Grants Program Director at the California Wildlife Foundation Angela Mooney D’Arcy - founder and Executive Director of the Sacred Places Institute for Indigenous Peoples Richelle Ellis - Artist, Curator, Analog Astronaut connecting Art + Science Dr. Megan Jennings - Conservation ecologist and Co-Director of San Diego State's Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management Althea Walker - Co-Director and Community Resilience Lead for the Climate Science Alliance Check out the America Adapts Media Kit here!