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Carbon ‘offsets’ aren’t working. Here’s a way to fix nature-based climate solutions - @theU

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Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 30

The study’s authors say a contribution approach would be more scientifically accurate and legally defensible than the current system, potentially resulting in higher quality projects.

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U-led research results in roadmap for harnessing Earth’s natural processes to reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 30

To be effective, corporations should financially contribute to climate mitigation, as opposed to claiming credit for actions that may ultimately provide little climate benefit.

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 30

Successful forest carbon credits should:

1. Lead to net global cooling;
2. Result in additional climate benefits;
3. Avoid carbon “leakage;”
4. Store carbon long enough to make a difference

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 30

Over the past few years, U Biology Professor Dr. William Anderegg assembled a Wilkes Center Working Group of leading scientists from other US universities to identify the specific problems and propose solutions.

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 30

But forest carbon credits have widespread problems that are undermining the potential for companies to invest in Nature-based Climate Solutions (NbCS). Better science and policies are needed.

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 30

Globally, forests have the biggest potential to mitigate climate change. Trees absorb vast amounts of carbon that would otherwise be in the atmosphere exacerbating the climate crises.

Ever wonder how an EV stacks up against a gas car? - @theU

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 9

Ever wondered about the long-term costs of driving an EV versus a similar gas-powered vehicle? 🔌⚡🚗

U student Adrian Martino just made an app for that! This interactive tool for Utah Clean Energy lets you compare the cost of ownership and emissions side-by-side.
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U student Adrian Martino partners with Utah Clean Energy to develop handy online tool that compares long-term costs of driving and CO2 missions of EVs...

University of Utah professors working with NASA to get fire crews real time information

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Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jul 2

@utah.edu Professors Phil Dennison (Geography) and Derek Malia (Atmospheric Sciences) recently showed off new tech they’re developing to help combat wildfires
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Thousands of acres of land, homes and structures are in jeopardy, as active fires continue to rage on throughout Utah. That's why wildfire prevention is top of mind for a research team at the Universi...

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Wilkes Center names leadership team for expanded climate mission | College of Science

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jun 19

The Wilkes Center is excited to announce a leadership transition! Fielding Norton will be the new managing director, while John Lin the scientific director.
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Wilkes Center names leadership team for expanded climate mission June 19, 2025 Above: Fielding Norton, John Lin. Credit: Todd Anderson Climate physicist Fielding Norton and U atmospheric scientist Joh...

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Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Jun 19

Wilkes Center founding director William Anderegg will step down on June 30 after three years of establishing the center as a national leader in climate research and collaboration. wilkescenter.utah.edu/spotlight/wi...
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William Anderegg Passes Wilkes Center Leadership Baton Forward - The Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy

Anderegg has established a legacy of communicating science and convening innovators at The Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy After three years as the...

Utah’s energy future - @theU

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The University of Utah @utah.edu · May 22

Leaders from a national laboratory, academic research, non-profit advocacy and private industry reveal how Utah is positioned to lead in the clean energy transition at the 2025 Wilkes Climate Summit.

Leaders from a national laboratory, academic research, non-profit advocacy and private industry reveal how Utah is positioned to lead in the clean energy transition at the 2025 Wilkes Climate Summit.

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Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · May 22

Third Prize, $500 – Yarong Cao⁠
Revealing disparities and drivers of compound exposure to urban heat and PM 2.5 pollution using low-cost sensors⁠
Mentor: Alexandra Ponette-González, associate professor, City & Metropolitan Planning, College of Architecture

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · May 22

Second Prize, $1000 – Rylie Gagne⁠
Walking on Thin Ice: Polar Bear Navigation in a Warming Arctic⁠
Mentor: Jody Reimer, assistant professor, School of Biological Sciences and the Department of Mathematics, College of Science

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · May 22

First Prize, $1500 – Nathan Murthy⁠
Satellite-Tracking data reveals migratory pathways of Steppe and Booted Eagles in the African-Eurasian Flyway⁠
Mentor: Cagan Sekercioglu, professor, School of Biological Sciences, College of Science⁠

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · May 22

Congratulations to the research poster contest winners!⁠
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Wilkes Center-funded graduate and undergraduate students showcased their climate-related research projects and competed for cash prizes at the Wilkes Summit. Attendees were invited to vote on their favorite posters throughout the day. ⁠

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · May 6

Gracyn Lia Hinojosa is another one of our spectacular Wilkes Scholars! She is currently researching the impacts of climate induced drought on Ranching Culture in Baja California Sur, Mexico. Navigate here to read all about her! wilkescenter.utah.edu/spotlight/gr...

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Apr 28

The finalists will present their solutions during the morning of the upcoming Wilkes Climate Summit on May 15 at the Eccles Alumni House. Register at this link to attend: wilkescenter.utah.edu/summit/

Summit - The Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Apr 28

The seven finalists are:
· Mlinda Charitable Trust (India)
· Shamsina (Egypt; New York)
· De Novo Foodlabs (North Carolina)
· Symmetry Wood, PBC (California)
· Build up Nepal Engineering (Nepal)
· OGA Street Tech (Louisiana)
· Roca Water, Inc. (California)

The 2025 Wilkes Climate Summit at the Eccles Alumni House at the University of Utah will convene leading policymakers, and nationally-recognized scientists, foundations, and innovators...

Summit - The Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Apr 28

The annual Climate Launch Prize supports innovative ideas from organizations at all stages, both for-profits and nonprofits—anywhere in the world—to help fund and accelerate solutions to climate change.

The 2025 Wilkes Climate Summit at the Eccles Alumni House at the University of Utah will convene leading policymakers, and nationally-recognized scientists, foundations, and innovators...

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Apr 28

We are thrilled to announce this year’s finalists for the $250,000 Wilkes Climate Launch Prize at the University of Utah!

Bennett Davenport - The Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Apr 16

Navigate to this link to read all about him (and his hit YouTube Channel)!
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Not many University of Utah students are eligible for a Silver Play Button on YouTube, but Bennett Davenport is. Bennett owns and runs the YouTube…

Wilkes Center for Climate Science & Policy @wilkescenter.bsky.social · Apr 16

Bennett Davenport is another one of our incredible undergraduate Wilkes Scholars! He is currently researching small mammal fossils found in caves surrounding the U to learn more about Utah's changing ecology over time.