Researchers in the Waterloo Region are doing critical work to tackle the global climate change crisis. From revolutionizing aviation and advancing nanotechnology to understanding aquatic ecosystems, join us to explore how University of Waterloo experts are developing innovative solutions to address one of the most pressing issues of our time.
The event is free. Light snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.
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Meet the Speakers
Dr. Suzanne Kearns, an aviation professor and Director of the Waterloo Centre for Sustainable Aeronautics, will share insights into how interdisciplinary research and education in sustainable aeronautics are shaping a future that benefits industry, people and the planet.
Dr. Anna Klinkova, an associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and a University Research Chair, will unpack the science behind designing nanomaterials that serve as catalysts for the sustainable production of renewable fuels that help mitigate climate change.
Dr. Tonya DelSontro, an assistant professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, will share how human activities and climate change alter aquatic carbon cycles and greenhouse gas budgets as she guides us through climate-friendly solutions to manage our waterways.