Debating the reality of climate change is history.
Take a look back at VoLo Foundation and the University of Central Florida’s inaugural Climate Correction Conference and Expo. Together with industry experts and our community of change agents, we dove into answers and discussed the data, economics, and best practices for mitigating and adapting to climate change. Watch to learn what is being done and what steps you can take now.
Don’t miss out on Climate Correction 2021. Get your tickets today!
8:00AM – 9:00AM
8:00AM – 9:00AM
We invite speakers, media guests, and all attendees to check-in for the conference. If you purchased a student or educator ticket, have your school ID in hand. After registration, grab some delicious breakfast and decide which breakout sessions you will attend in the afternoon. Be sure to sign-up early for the sessions of your choosing because some convenings have limited capacity.
9:35AM – 10:05AM
9:35AM – 10:05AM
With every hurricane or heatwave, an inevitable question looms about whether it was “caused” by climate change. Using the lens of recent events, Dr. Shepherd will explore a contemporary understanding of linkages between climate change and extreme weather. During his synopsis of what is known in the climate science community as attribution, he will also suggest a better way to frame questions connecting climate change and extreme weather. |
10:05AM – 10:30AM
Environmental economists and researchers have seen their data translated into the rough-and-tumble policy world for the last two decades. Policy decisions control whether we have clean water, breathable air, and a sustainable climate. This session will cover recent research at MIT into the human consequences of some of those decisions, from local air quality to the cross-state air pollution rule and international climate policy.
10:30AM – 10:45AM
10:45AM – 11:45AM
Right now, agriculture generates an estimated 25% of annual greenhouse gas emissions, according to the WRI. That quarter percent combines food production and the land-use changes associated with farming, such as clearing vegetation and plowing. If current trends continue, but agricultural productivity does not increase beyond 2010 levels, what will happen to humanity and the growing price of healthy food? These experts share visions of a world where food scarcity does not exist, and meat production is no longer a leading cause of deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions.
11:45AM – 12:45PM
We are committed to making environmentally- and socially-responsible decisions in all aspects of our event and catering services. We are pleased to offer a delicious vegetarian lunch menu featuring locally-sourced ingredients. We’ve also accounted for vegan and gluten-sensitive needs.
12:15PM – 12:45PM
The first annual VoLo VISTA Award is specifically for students who display exemplary leadership, along with Vision, Innovation, Sustainability, Technology, and Adaptation in climate solutions within the State of Florida. VoLo invited five finalists to present their ideas today to all of you. Audience members will assist VoLo’s Founders in determining the project that best drives positive change in climate solutions.
12:55PM – 1:00PM
1:00PM – 6:00PM
Want to get involved in climate solutions, but don’t know where to start? The Climate Correction (CC) Engagement and Art Expo is your answer. Join us at the CC2019 Expo, where you can engage in current conversations and resolutions with leading organizers, researchers, and businesses. Discover where your skills are needed and sign up to participate and accelerate real-world climate solutions. All this while finding inspiration for a sustainable future among the works of local artists.
1:15PM – 2:15PM
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2:15PM – 2:45PM
2:45PM – 3:45PM
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3:45PM – 4:15PM
4:15PM – 4:25PM
VoLo Foundation Trustee and Co-founder, Thais Lopez Vogel, gives a compelling insight into how empowerment and actionable steps to set goals can achieve measurable and meaningful results.
4:25PM – 4:30PM
4:30PM – 5:00PM
Journalists have a huge responsibility to inform the communities accurately and rigorously what is happening to our planet. Join Emmy award-winning journalist and director of “Planeta Tierra” from Noticias Telemundo Vanessa Hauc, as she shares the state of our changing planet and why today more than ever it’s vital that each of us contributes to the creation of a sustainable future, regardless of the place where we work. Vanessa will share her experiences covering the impacts of climate change around the world, as well as the solutions that have been implemented today to solve the climate crisis.
5:00PM
6:00PM
1:15 PM
Case Study – Sand Key – 220
What is one of the most effective solutions already implemented to improve climate change? The answer: Implementation of policies to reduce the production and use of CFCs and HFCs. China, India, and the US are some of the most abundant greenhouse gas emitters in the world, especially when it comes to these harmful refrigerants. Natural Resources Defense Council’s Senior Strategic Director for Climate & Clean Energy shares his accounts of the challenges and triumphs to do the world justice through legislation.
Presented by: David Doniger
Panel – Garden Key – 221
Global economies are incredibly dependent on healthy coastal and ocean resources, as well as clean drinking water. One of every six jobs in the US is marine-related, and over 1/3rd of the annual U.S. Gross National Product originates in coastal areas – approximately $700 billion! Florida is one of the top five states in the nation where the ocean economy is a driving factor for economic success. Our Florida economy spans areas of tourism and recreation, transportation, construction, living resources, and more. As stated by Florida’s newly elected Governor, “Our water and natural resources are the foundation of our economy and our way of life in Florida.”
Presented by: Dr. Thomas Wahl
Featured Panelists:
Erin Rothman
Jon White
Dr. Lisa Chambers
Dr. Sandra Whitehouse
Panel – Pegasus Ballroom
Now more than ever, it’s vital that we all be climate activists – doing everything we possibly can to effect positive change. Advocacy within and outside of existing system plays a crucial role in moving solutions forward. Learn from this panel of experts the different forms advocacy can take, and the skills needed to drive a movement forward.
Presented by: Rick Christie
Featured Panelists:
Anna V. Eskamani
Benjamin Backer
Elisabeth Soto
Solemi Hernandez
Tour – District Energy Plant IV
Grey infrastructure includes the pipes, pumps, ditches, and detention ponds engineered by people to manage stormwater. These systems require technical engineering, continual maintenance, and often need upgrading. Take a tour of the UCF’s new District Energy Plant to see how environmental-focused upgrades in grey infrastructure can play an essential role in water and energy management.
Presented by: Saul Santiago
Workshop – Egmont Key – 224
This interactive workshop will allow you to experience climate action through the eyes of someone else. Assume a new identity as you step inside this classroom and find out how your unique skills and characteristics can bring positive change in the world.
Presented by: Caroline Lewis and Nicole Salzberg
Workshop – Memory Mall
So you are concerned about climate change? Well, now that you’ve changed your lightbulbs, it’s time to change your lunch! A fun cooking demonstration shows you can eat for your health and the health of the planet. ***Please note due to UCF food safety policy this session is for UCF students and employees only.
Presented by: Grace Ebner and Megan Case
2:45 PM
Case Study – Sand Key – 220
As the injection of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere continues unabated, Florida is already facing an accelerating climate crisis with economic and social consequences. A discussion of mitigation strategies and preparedness prioritization will follow a review of the top climate hazards facing Florida. This case study will showcase Florida-specific examples of prevention best practices.
Presented by: John Morales |
Panel – Garden Key – 221
Panel – Pegasus Ballroom
Examine how social and health inequalities shape the health impacts of climate change around the world and here in Florida. Learn the facts about what the implications are for climate change adaptation and health care provision, while identifying how social justice plays a role.
Presented by: Dr. Lauren Padilla
Featured Panelists:
Andy Stevenson
Dr. Ava Holt
Dr. Cheryl Holder
Dr. Mark Dickie
Tour – Arboretum
Did you know gardens can support the movement to eat locally and to grow food organically while mitigating our food footprint? Take a tour through the community garden at UCF’s Arboretum to learn how the university is reducing carbon emissions and building community partnerships for green solutions.
Presented by: Jennifer Elliott, Kelsie Johnson, and Zachary Prusak
Workshop – Cedar Key – 223
Ever wonder about the economic value attributed to natural solutions? When applied strategically and equitably, nature-based solutions can not only safeguard biodiversity and ecosystems but also help people adapt to climate change. Gain insight into the merits of so-called ‘green’ solutions, including the restoration or rehabilitation and protection of natural habitats.
Presented by: Catherine Macdonald
Workshop – Egmont Key – 224
Investigate the influence of human values on beliefs and concerns around climate change. This workshop will guide participants through the basic steps of storytelling, while also deepening your understanding of how to engage your circle of influence and even strangers in climate change action.
Presented by: Carlos Zegarra
Climate Correction aims to educate and arm the public, with data about climate change, and to empower each to take strides towards a more renewable, sustainable future. This year we expanded our aim to acknowledge and discuss how the solutions shared at Climate Correction tie into the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Throughout the conference, you will learn how current work compliments the SDGs as well as have a chance to dive deeper into the SDG(s) that speak to you by following the SDG key in our breakout session menu. |
Economic growth must be inclusive to provide sustainable jobs and promote equality.
The food and agriculture sector offers key solutions for development, and is central for hunger and poverty eradication.
Ensuring healthy lives and promoting the well-being for all at all ages is essential to sustainable development.
Obtaining a quality education is the foundation to improving people’s lives and sustainable development.
Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.
Clean, accessible water for all is an essential part of the world.
Energy is central to nearly every major challenge and opportunity.
Sustainable economic growth will require societies to create the conditions that allow people to have quality jobs.
Investments in infrastructure are crucial to achieving sustainable development.
To reduce inequalities policies should be universal in principle, paying attention to the needs of disadvantaged and marginalized populations.
There needs to be a future in which cities provide opportunities for all, with access to basic services, energy, housing, transportation and more.
Responsible Production and Consumption. Encouraging industries, businesses and consumers to move towards more sustainable patterns by 2030.
Climate change is a global challenge that affects everyone everywhere.
Careful management of this essential global resource is a key feature of a sustainable future.
Sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss.
Access to justice for all, and building effective, accountable institutions at all levels.
Revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.
Environmental Advisor, VoLo Foundation
Andrew has worked as the Managing Director and Senior Research Analyst at JUST Capital and as a Macro Portfolio Manager at Citadel Asset Management's Global Fixed Income Fund. He has over twenty years of experience working for investment banks in London and Tokyo. Before that, Stevenson was a Portfolio Manager for Brevan Howard AM and JWP Partners, U.S. His experience also includes eight years as an advisor to and employee of, the National Resources Defense Council. He has served as an advisor to ClimateWorks on the topic of impact investing and speaks at Columbia Law School and Congressional Briefings on issues related to climate finance.
Postdoctoral Scholar/Evaluation & Epidemiology Specialist, Florida State University/Florida BRACE
Founder and Senior Advisor; Independent Consultant, The CLEO Institute; Caroline Lewis Consulting
Associate Professor and Co-Chair, Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida Clinicians for Climate Action
Senior Strategic Director, Natural Resources Defense Council
CEO/Chief Scientist, Voloridge Investment Management
Digital Marketing and Communications Senior Manager, Climate Nexus
President; Project Facilitator, Solutions from the Land; Florida Climate Smart Agriculture Work Group
Co-founder & Board Member; COO, Kunoa; Indrio Brands
Program Director, UCF Arboretum and Natural Resources Programs
President & CEO, Consortium for Ocean Leadership
Coordinator, Arboretum
Chief Operations Officer, Fleet Farming
Engineer, MIT
Senior Fellow, Project Drawdown
Georgia Athletic Association Distinguished Professor and Director, Atmospheric Sciences Program, University of Georgia
Programs/Communications Coordinator, VoLo Foundation
Senior Associate, Global Portfolio Manager, Graduate School of Public Service
Senior Policy Advisor, Consultant, Ocean Conservancy
Southeast Regional Coordinator, Citizens' Climate Lobby
Assistant Professor, University of Central Florida
Central Florida Program Manager/Florida Fire Manager, The Nature Conservancy
State House Representative (D-47), Florida House of Representatives
President and Founder, American Conservation Coalition
Executive Director, Sachamama
North America Natural Climate Solutions Director, The Nature Conservancy
Director of Sustainability & Resilience, City of Orlando
Assistant Vice President, Sustainability Initiatives
Mr. David Norvell is charged with driving and implementing the university sustainability strategy, putting the UCF at the forefront of the sustainability movement. A 1993 Alumnus, David began his career at UCF in 2001 as the university Energy Manager. In the last decade, he has served as Director of the Department of Sustainability and Energy Management where he spearheaded the sustainability program, saving the university more than $14M in energy efficiency projects, before joining the administration. From 2011-2015, he served as the Assistant Vice President for Facilities tasked with the reconstruction of the university's largest department, the Department of Facilities Operations. In 2015, David was appointed Assistant Vice President of Sustainability Initiatives where his true passion lies.
Associate Vice President for Research and Scholarship, University of Central Florida
CEO, StormSensor Inc.
Accounts Manager, We Are Neutral
Research Scientist, MIT Joint Program on the Science and Policy of Global Change
Chief Meteorologist, WTVJ NBC6-TV
Assistant Professor, Rollins College
VoLo Data Science Fellow, Environmental Defense Fund
Lauren Padilla, Ph.D. is the VoLo Data Scientist working at the Environmental Defense Fund’s Office of the Chief Scientist and Health Program. She analyzes air pollution monitoring datasets to understand localized patterns of exposure and sources of emissions in the context of reducing emissions and improving human health. Her work involves development of scalable, automated tools that lower barriers to large data analysis for researchers. Committed to open and transparent data, she serves as a technical adviser to EDF’s Air Quality Data Commons. Lauren earned her B.E. at Dartmouth College and Ph.D. at Princeton University in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department, co-advised in the Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Program.
Assistant Professor, University of Central Florida
Senior Manager - Agricultural Sustainability, Environmental Defense Fund
Professor of Economics, UCF Department of Economics
Mark Dickie is Professor of Economics at the University of Central Florida. His major fields are environmental economics and health economics. His research focuses on estimating economic benefits of reducing environmental risks to human health; understanding how people perceive environmental health risks; and examining the determinants and effects of actions that people take that affect the risks they experience. His work has been funded by the US Environmental Protection Agency. Dr. Dickie served for six years on EPA’s Children’s Health Protection Advisory Committee.
Nutrition and Outreach Coordinator, Wellness and Health Promotion Services UCF
Professor, University of Central Florida, School of Politics, Security, and International Affairs & National Center for Integrated Coastal Research
Editorial Page Editor; Project Collaborator, The Palm Beach Post; The Invading Sea
Production Manager, UES-Chilled Water Production
Saul Santiago, 14 years with UCF in various positions. Currently responsible for the university's Chilled Water production plants. Came to UCF from the United States Air Force where he was in charge of Air Refueling flight simulation, C-141 and C-5 flight simulators. Saul is also a certified Mil Wright Instructor.
Research Scientist, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Trustee, VoLo Foundation
Journalist and Senior Correspondent, Telemundo Network- Sachamama
Program Director, VoLo Foundation
Abigail’s professional history is decorated with service to nonprofits across fields including education, healthcare, and the arts. Currently, she is Program Director at VoLo Foundation, Director of Climate Correction, and runs Useful Views, a platform aimed at developing philanthropy.
Sustainability Specialist II, UCF Sustainability Initiatives
Yara Watson drives the reporting, outreach, and marketing components of the office and supports the development of campus sustainability objectives. Yara’s primary focus is empowering the UCF community to integrate sustainability into both work and play, challenging every Knight to live as a healthy, happy, and productive steward of the Earth.