Explore the alarming reality of intensifying hurricanes in this 28-minute video lecture featuring scientist Michael Wehner from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Delve into groundbreaking research that suggests the need for a new category 6 on the Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale due to climate change's impact on extreme weather events. Learn about cutting-edge "end-to-end attribution" climate modeling techniques that quantify the increasing damage and destruction caused by these storms. Examine the science behind hurricane formation, the true dangers beyond wind speeds, and the concerning implications for insurance costs and future adaptability. Through detailed analysis and expert insights, gain a comprehensive understanding of how climate change is reshaping hurricane patterns and what this means for coastal communities and global climate resilience.
The Alarming Reality of Growing Hurricanes and Climate Change Impact
The University of Chicago via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
The Escalating Impact of Climate Change on Extreme Weather
Introducing Michael Wehner: A Pioneer in Climate Modeling
The Case for a Category 6 Hurricane
Inside the Eye of a Super Typhoon: The Reality of Category 6 Storms
The Science Behind Hurricanes and Climate Change
The Real Danger: Beyond Wind Speeds in Hurricane Impact
End to End Attribution: Calculating the True Cost of Climate Change
The Uninsurable Future: Climate Change and Insurance Costs
Adapting to Climate Change: The Path Forward
Closing Thoughts and Resources
Taught by
The University of Chicago
