UChicago-PKU Joint Forum on Addressing the Climate and Energy Challenge

With the US and China slated to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040 and 2060 respectively, energy conversion and storage must be made more efficient and robust in order to meet the needs of the average American or Chinese citizen. This panel explores how technological advances in green hydrogen and the vehicle-to-grid system for electric vehicles can help achieve this goal. Each speaker showcases how transformative technologies can help meet the energy needs of both individuals and the private sector while reducing both countries' reliance on fossil fuels. ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experience empowers students and scholars to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. #UChicago on the Web: Home: News: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: University of Chicago on YouTube: /uchicago *** ACCESSIBILITY: If you experience a

Current emission trends and the earth’s rising temperatures have a significant impact on climate ecosystems. In addition to natural means such as carbon sinks, scientists are leveraging fundamental science and computational tools to predict responses and engineer climate-resistant ecosystems using novel materials, sensing devices, and biochemical strategies. This discussion focuses on how scientific advances and an interdisciplinary approach are needed to mitigate the impact of climate change. ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experience empowers students and scholars to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. #UChicago on the Web: Home: News: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: University of Chicago on YouTube: /uchicago *** ACCESSIBILITY: If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to mak

In an increasingly more volatile and connected world, development can no longer be measured by economic growth alone and must consider the human impact on the planet’s environment and its feedbacks on society. For the first time, the United Nations' Human Development report has shown a decline in the global Human Development Index -- in part caused by the COVID-19 pandemic but also due to climate change. Hear from the report’s Director, Pedro Conceição, and from academics in China and the US using new methods to measure the local impacts of rising temperatures and creating big data to track air pollution as they discuss how to reduce the impact of climate change on human health. ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experience empowers students and scholars to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. #UChicago on the We

As climate concerns accelerate and trillions of dollars are managed with a climate-related lens, corporations face increasing pressure from investors, asset managers, and banks regarding their carbon footprints, climate strategies, and environmental disclosures. Investors clamor for accurate and standardized corporate reporting to help inform their investment decisions. Is it investor overreach or not bold enough? Hear from corporate, financial, and reporting experts as they discuss the implications and impact of this current market dynamic. ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experience empowers students and scholars to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. #UChicago on the Web: Home: News: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: University of Chicago on YouTube: /uchicago *** ACCESSIBILITY: If you experience any technical

Scholars in the humanities and social sciences are working to uncover the root causes of climate change, which require a deep understanding of the human connection to the environment. In this panel discussion, academics explored how the rise of a consumerist culture impacts society and has led to climate change, highlighting its inequitable impact on different communities. Addressing this climate injustice requires a realignment of societal priorities, exploring what it means to live a good life. ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experience empowers students and scholars to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. #UChicago on the Web: Home: News: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: University of Chicago on YouTube: /uchicago *** ACCESSIBILITY: If you experience any technical difficulties with this video or would like to

The Opening Event featured remarks by President Paul Alivisatos, University of Chicago, President GONG Qihuang, Peking University, and Consul General Zhao, The People's Republic of China in Chicago followed by a fireside chat between Jonathan Pershing, former Deputy to the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry and Ji ZOU, former Deputy Director General of China’s National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation and moderated by Lisa Friedman of the New York Times on the topic "Is There a Path Forward on Climate Diplomacy?" ➡ Subscribe: About #UChicago: Since its founding in 1890, the University of Chicago has been a destination for rigorous inquiry and field-defining research. This transformative academic experience empowers students and scholars to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. #UChicago on the Web: Home: News: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: University of Chicago on YouTube: /uchicago *** ACCESSIBILITY: If you experie