Climate change awareness video
On April 22, 2023, the Oasis Club at IISER Berhampur hosted a discussion on climate change, focusing on its global impacts and the need for awareness. The event brought together experts from various scientific fields to address issues like rising temperatures, their effects on human health, agriculture, wildlife, and ecosystems. Key topics included the impact on crop yields, bird migration, and turtle populations. The event concluded with the creation of an awareness video aimed at educating viewers about these pressing issues. The positive feedback highlighted the success of the event in connecting scientific concepts with real-world implications, and Oasis plans to continue fostering climate change awareness through future initiatives.
conducted at IISER Berhampur on 22nd of April, 2023
Introduction to Climate Change Awareness
On April 22, 2023, the Oasis Club at the Indian Institute of Education and Research, Berhampur, held an insightful and candid discussion on climate change, its global impact, and the urgent need for awareness. The event brought together members from various domains of science, including environmental studies, biology, and research, to discuss the escalating issue of global temperature rise. In this session, the focus was on how climate change is not only a matter of rising temperatures but also a critical factor influencing the health of human populations and the sustainability of ecosystems. This event aimed to educate and raise awareness, ultimately creating a short compilation video for widespread sharing.
Topics Discussed and Scientific Insights
The discussion covered a range of scientific perspectives regarding climate change. The key topics included the rising global temperatures and their effects on human health, agriculture, and wildlife. A particular focus was placed on how climate change impacts agricultural productivity, including crop yields, which threaten food security. The discussion also highlighted the ripple effect on the avifaunal paradigm, with the changing climate leading to disruptions in bird migration patterns and food availability. One of the most intriguing aspects discussed was the effect of rising temperatures on turtle populations, specifically how these changes are influencing the gender ratio in turtle hatchlings. The event incorporated various scientific studies and real-world examples to make these concepts more relatable and understandable to the audience.
Impact and Outcomes of the Event
The event culminated in the creation of an awareness video that encapsulated the discussions held by Oasis members. The video aimed to inform viewers about the various scientific aspects of climate change, with a focus on its broad-reaching impacts on health, agriculture, and wildlife. It served as both an educational tool and a call to action for the audience to recognize the urgency of addressing climate change. The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many appreciating the effort to connect complex scientific topics with real-world implications. The event successfully engaged both the Oasis members and the broader community, fostering a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of climate change.
As part of the Oasis Clubs ongoing commitment to environmental education, this event marked an important step in creating a platform for future discussions and actions surrounding climate change. With the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events worldwide, it is crucial to continue building awareness and promoting informed action. Oasis is committed to maintaining the momentum of this event by hosting more such awareness-building initiatives in the future, with a focus on scientific research, sustainable practices, and community engagement.
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Visuals from the event
Coordinated by - subrat, ronil, prajna, anchal
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Event Written by - biswajeet