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In today's show, I'm welcoming Roberta Boscolo, Climate and Energy Lead at the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). Roberta delves into the nuances of climate science, the importance of timely action, and her unique approach to communicating these urgent issues to the public through social media.
Roberta discusses the vital role of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in providing accurate weather forecasts and climate models, emphasizing their importance for sectors such as agriculture, energy, and tourism. The conversation shifts to the effectiveness of climate communication, addressing how simplified and relatable narratives could potentially have a greater impact on public awareness and policy changes. Roberta also shares personal insights on how individuals can prepare for and adapt to the increasing occurrences of extreme weather events, stressing the critical urgency for immediate and collective action against climate change.
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SHOW NOTES:
(00:00) - Episode Trailer
(00:51) - Introduction
(01:29) - How Did Leveraging LinkedIn Turn One Person into a Powerhouse?
(03:23) - What Makes This Decade a Make-or-Break Moment for Climate Action?
(05:14) – Is Climate Change just the Natural Cycle?
(07:07) - How Legitimate Are the WMO's Climate Forecasts?
(09:07) - Is There a Way to Forecast When Major Climate Disasters Will Strike?
(12:07) - Who Actually Uses WMO's Weather Forecasts?
(14:26) - Are We Really Making Progress with Climate Reports and Predictions?
(17:24) - Are Advocates of Social Media Seen as Outliers in Their Organizations?
(19:00) – How to leverage results and stats in the story?
(20:37) - Who Needs Convincing More: The Masses or the Decision-Makers?
(22:30) - What Holds More Persuasive Power: Success Stories or Fear?
(24:07) - Can the United Nations Lead the Disruption of Polluting Industries?
(26:45) - How Should Parents Discuss Climate Change with Their Children?
(29:44) - Are Leaders Discussing Potential Migration Due to Climate Change?
(32:27) - Can Visualizing Climate Impacts Make it More Relatable to People?
(35:22) - How Is Risk-Reward Culture Perceived Within the United Nations?
(38:01) - Can Geoengineering Be Ethically Implemented to Combat Climate Change?
(40:10) - Where and How Is Weather Modification Currently Utilized?
(43:36) - Outro
Climate and Energy Lead at WMO
Dr. Boscolo has over twenty years of experience in climate services, focusing on the Water-Energy-Food nexus in regions including Africa, South America, the Pacific, and Southeast Asia.
She develops weather, water, and climate services to support energy resilience and renewable energy. Her role includes membership on the scientific advisory board for several European Commission projects.
Dr. Boscolo's work bridges climate science with socioeconomic sectors, especially energy. She partners with stakeholders such as international organizations, public and private sectors, academia, civil society, and media.
Dr. Boscolo is also celebrated as a top Sustainability Influencer by the Sustainability Magazine and Onalytica and was awarded as one of the Global 50 Women in Sustainability by the SustainabilityX Magazine for her commitment to advancing resilient, low-carbon energy solutions for all. Since 2022, she is a member of the Expert Advisory Panel of the Earthshot Prize and Top Voice of LinkedIn for Green Economy.
Early in her career, Dr Boscolo served as a scientific project officer for the World Climate Research Programme, coordinating scientific efforts worldwide to address the knowledge gaps in understanding the Earth's climate system. The IPCC milestone reports assess such knowledge. She launched and managed multi-stakeholder development projects in 20+ countries, a portfolio of several multi-million projects funded by the European Commission, Adaptation Fund, and Swiss Development and Cooperation.
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