WEEK 12: 24 May 2023/17.40-18.30
Lecture Topic: New challenges and opportunities toward a carbon-zero economy? What are the career opportunities in this interdisciplinary field?
Lecturer: Prof.Barış Salihlioğlu (METU Institute of Marine Sciences/ODTÜ İKLİM)
Details: Climate change is a global challenge, and the environmental impact of climate change does not only consist of the increase in temperatures. Climate change has many negative effects not only on nature but also on social and economic areas. Building a climate-friendly, zero-carbon society and economy is an indisputable necessity for sustainability at local, regional, and global levels. In this context, many scientific studies, strategy, policy and technology development are required. Climate science by itself is an interdisciplinary field but adapting and developing solutions towards a carbon-zero economy includes new fields of research and innovation such as sustainable climate-friendly cities, renewable energy, green transport, zero-carbon agriculture, circular economy, and more. Considering this, as a rapidly growing field, there are many career opportunities available for individuals interested in pursuing a career in climate science and zero carbon technologies. The director of METU CLIMATE, Baris Salihoglu will share with us about the activities of the center and different career opportunities in this field.