Dire warnings and devastating impact - Let our experts explain whats at stake regarding the Fourth Nation Climate Assessment

It’s a report that has many concerned and is raising alarms across the country.  

Released on Friday, the Fourth Nation Climate Assessment paints a dire picture of what lies ahead for America if climate change remains unchecked.  

For the United States the impacts are not just financial – but have far-ranging consequences including:

• Food and agriculture
• Public health
• Economy
• And natural disasters

The report calls for immediate action with reduction of fossil fuels and greenhouse gas emissions.  But will America’s leaders listen and is this issue one that’s just too large to grasp and comprehend?

There are a lot of serious issues that need to be explained around this report and just how dire the situation is regarding climate change -- that’s where the expert from the Global Resilience Institute (GRI) at Northeastern University can help.

Dr. Jennie Stephens is Director for Strategic Research Collaborations at GRI, as well as the Director of the School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs at Northeastern University. She is also the Dean’s Professor of Sustainability Science and Policy. She is an expert in the social and political aspects of the renewable energy transition and climate change. Simply click on Jennie’s profile to book an interview.