Climate

The drivers and effects of climate change are interconnected, crossing physical, ecological, economic, political and ethical boundaries. Advancing solutions and deeper understanding of climate variability requires similar connectivity, as well as collaboration among scholars across Woods’ centers and programs. We support interdisciplinary research assessing the impact of climate disruption on people and planet, focusing solutions and mitigation efforts on water supplies, agricultural production, biodiversity, ecosystem health, built infrastructure and economies at the local, regional and national levels. Stanford researchers are working across disciplines and sectors to assess climate risks, reduce vulnerabilities and mitigate and adapt to the effects of global warming. See a selection of highlights from our community’s cross-cutting climate research below.

In The News

Lessons from Methane Emissions in Boston and the White House Climate Action Plan

Senior Fellow Robert Jackson (Environmental Earth System Science) discusses urban methane emissions in the context of the White House Climate Action...
February 23, 2015 - By Robert Jackson, Brookings

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Climate Is Big Issue for Hispanics, and Personal

Cites a poll by Woods-affiliated Professor in Humanities & Social Sciences and Professor of Communication & Political Science ...
February 9, 2015 - By Coral Davenport, New York Times

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Farming Now Worse For Climate Than Deforestation

Senior Fellow Robert Jackson (Environmental Earth System Science) discusses that while deforestation is declining, agriculture lands are expanding.
February 3, 2015 - By John Upton, Climate Central

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Most Americans Support Government Action on Climate Change, Poll Finds

Features Woods-affiliated Professor in Humanities & Social Sciences and Professor of Communication & Political Science Jon...
January 30, 2015 - By Coral Davenport and Marjorie Connelly, New York Times

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