The oceans play an important role in the earth’s climate system, absorbing both heat and carbon  While these processes act to mitigate the effects of global warming, they are not without their own consequences. In this session, panelists will discuss some of the impacts on ocean circulation, sea level rise, ocean acidification, and marine life.  The panel will also explore how reductions in greenhouse gas emissions would help mitigate these effects.

Speakers

 

Dr. Andrew McDonnell

Moderator

University of Alaska Fairbanks

Chemical Oceanographer

 

Ryan Ono

Ocean Conservancy

Program Coordinator

 

Dr. Anand Gnanadesikan

Johns Hopkins University

Oceanographer in the Oceans and Climate Group

 

Dr. Ingrid Biedron

Oceana

Marine Scientist