What are these microclimates about?

Here is a description of a few microclimates you will experience during the event:

Evidence

The evidence microclimate will provide all types of global climate evidence from multiple perspectives and points of view. The evidence will include data, news/magazine articles, and scholarly journals just to name a few formats. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the evidence and make their own conclusions on global climate change. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their opinions on climate change and how they made their own conclusions.

Effects

The effects microclimate will feature some of the effects that are caused by a warming planet. Topics include (but are not limited to) increased sea level and temperature fluctuations, extreme weather events, and socioeconomic consequences.

Climate Mapping

This microclimate will feature a variety of climate maps including a glimpse of how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology can be utilized to analyze climate change.

The Amazing Read

This microclimate is loosely based upon “The Amazing Race”, and will be a fun and interactive way to discover current and classic books on global climate change.

Local & Organic Foods

Explore a multitude of foods from area farms and food that is produced organically. Learn what it takes to produce organic foods, and what effects local and organic foods have on the environment.