Written by: Nicole Fassina Education plays a pivotal role in tackling issues related to climate change by educating young students and empowering them to engage actively in advocating for environmental justice. Education not only imparts knowledge, but also possesses the transformative power to shape attitudes and behaviors, empowering students to have agency over their personal growth and societal impact. Understanding … Read More
Exploring the Connection Between Extreme Heat and Housing Insecurity in San Diego County
Written by: Nicole Fassina Extreme Heat and Housing Insecurity Heat waves are extreme weather events characterized by long periods of high temperatures. Due to their climate-change driven frequency and severity in recent years, these natural phenomena have garnered increasing attention. While heat waves impact various regions across the globe, their relevance in San Diego County cannot be overlooked. San Diego … Read More
Researcher chat: Dr. Sasha Gershunov Takes Us Through a Year in the Climate of Southern California
Written by: Maren Hale I recently sat down with Dr. Sasha Gershunov, climate scientist and Heat Hub researcher, for a discussion about the local Southern California climate regime. In our conversation, Dr. Gershunov outlined the unique climate of the region and how it typically changes over a year, he discussed the unusual winter we experienced at the start of 2023, … Read More