A GeoHealth Response to a Geoscience Community Climate Change Position Statement

Abstract The American Geophysical Union (AGU) issues position statements reflecting the state of the science and scientific consensus. AGU position statements can be used to support public and institutional policy development, conversations with peers and policymakers, and formal and informal educat...

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Main Authors: R. C. Rehr, C. Bandaragoda, B. F. Zaitchik, M. C. Wimberly
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: American Geophysical Union (AGU) 2020-07-01
Series:GeoHealth
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1029/2020GH000265
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Summary:Abstract The American Geophysical Union (AGU) issues position statements reflecting the state of the science and scientific consensus. AGU position statements can be used to support public and institutional policy development, conversations with peers and policymakers, and formal and informal education. The recent climate change position statement, “Society Must Address the Growing Climate Crisis now,” provides important baseline information but lacks detail on critical climate and health impacts and actions for AGU and members. This commentary shares feedback from the AGU's GeoHealth Section and encourages members to use the AGU statement and engage in the comment process for other statements.
ISSN:2471-1403