Heat is by far the leading cause of deaths from extreme weather and climate events in Europe in recent decades. Find out why, and how we can mitigate its effects.
About the speaker
Glenn McGregor graduated from the University of Auckland (BSc/MSc), and the University of Canterbury (PhD) in NZ. He has worked in Japan, Papua New Guinea, Hong Kong, New Zealand, and the UK. Presently he holds the title of Professor of Climatology and Principal of Ustinov College at Durham University.
Former academic service roles include President of the Intl Society of Biometeorology, Chief Editor of the International Journal of Climatology, WMO lead expert on climate and health and lead author for the IPCC Special report on extreme events and the IPCC’s 6th Assessment Report.
He is presently a member of the management committee for the WMO’s Global Heat Health Information Network. Glenn’s main research interests are the drivers of climate related health outcomes.
Booking information
- Advance booking for this event is required. Please book via booth.am/BoxOfficeGA
This event has been organised by the Yorkshire and North East committee with the York and District Geographical Association.
Venue information
This event will be held at Bootham School, York, YO30 7BU.
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