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Stanford University

Climate Change - The Science, Social Will, and Solutions

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Explore a comprehensive lecture on climate change delivered by Kirsten Stasio, Adjunct Lecturer at Stanford University and CEO of Nevada Clean Energy Fund. Delve into the scientific foundations of climate change, understand energy's role in environmental impact, and discover strategies for building social consensus to address this global challenge. The lecture systematically breaks down complex climate solutions while connecting them to practical applications. Beginning with an introduction to core concepts, the presentation progresses through the science behind climate change, approaches to building public support for climate action, and concludes with detailed solution frameworks. Part of Stanford's Understand Energy initiative, this hour-long presentation offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to enhance their climate literacy and contribute to sustainability efforts. The lecture includes timestamps for easy navigation through key topics including the scientific basis (04:43), social mobilization strategies (19:29), and solution pathways (33:26).

Syllabus

00:00 Introduction
04:43 What is the Science Behind Climate Change?
19:29 How Do We Garner the Social Will to Act on Climate Change?
33:26 How Do We Solve Climate Change?

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Stanford Understand Energy

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