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Doug Parsons discusses climate education and student perspectives on climate challenges at a conference in Canada.

In episode 252 of America Adapts , host Doug Parsons travels to the University of New Brunswick in Canada, where he keynoted an undergraduate climate conference bringing together students and faculty to explore a wide range of climate challenges. Doug's conversations with conference organizers Dr. Don Wright and Dr. Dion Durnford focus on how climate issues—particularly climate policy—are being taught at the university level, and the goals behind creating this kind of interdisciplinary learning experience. The episode also features interviews with students presenting their work, offering a window into the ideas and perspectives emerging from the next generation. Along the way, Doug reflects on the inspiration he found in these students and the energy they're bringing into the field. There is much to be excited about on how this and future generations will tackle climate change! Posters for: Yaniv Tunin – Just Stop Oil Sara Elbakush – Laudato Si Dustin Stewart – Ocean Acidification Links in this episode: Bay of Fundy Fredericton, New Brunswick Key Themes Covered in This Episode Why undergraduate education is becoming a frontline for climate adaptation thinking The role of…

People in this episode

Host: Doug Parsons

Guests: Dr. Don Wright, Dr. Dion Durnford

Topics covered

• climate education
• interdisciplinary learning
• student-led conferences
• climate policy
• youth perspectives on climate change

Keywords

• climate change
• undergraduate education
• climate adaptation
• student perspectives
• experiential learning

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Places: University of New Brunswick, Bay of Fundy, Fredericton, New Brunswick

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