Have you ever been confronted by a climate denier, but weren’t sure how to explain the science behind the climate crisis? Has anyone ever told you that climate action will be too expensive, and you didn’t know how to debunk their claims effectively? This training will teach you the basics of climate science in an accessible way, and help you communicate it confidently. Topics will include:
- Greenhouse gases and their effects on climate
- Tipping points and global climate systems
- Communicating climate change visually
- The physical and mental health impacts of climate change
- Why climate science needs to be more inclusive & intersectional
- Making the economic case for climate action
There will also be mock debates where you can practice responding to common climate delay arguments. This training will be helpful if you:
- Want to learn the basics of climate science
- Want to become an activist group spokesperson
- Want to communicate climate change more effectively and confidently
