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[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

We mourn the passing of Warren M. Washington, a trail-blazing atmospheric scientist whose work in climate modeling at @NCAR_Science beginning in the 1960s proved instrumental to shaping our understanding of climate change.

[[email protected] @BillyMWilliams]

@geoengineering1 @PabloSurGames I am very saddened to learn of the unexpected passing of Pablo Suarez. He was such a passionate and creative force for good in the global community. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work closely with Pablo. Sending condolences also to his family. What a loss!

[Geoengineering Info @geoengineering1]

Pablo Suarez (@PabloSurGames), a researcher on climate and disasters turned humanitarian worker, passed away on July 14, 2024. Pablo was an innovator, game designer, and creator of serious-yet-fun processes for collaborative learning and dialogue.

Pablo served as the Associate Director for Research and Innovation at the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre. His journey with the Climate Centre began in 2005 as a technical adviser, and he quickly rose to direct numerous initiatives that bridged applied knowledge with humanitarian efforts.

His roles extended to being a visiting fellow at Boston University, an honorary senior lecturer at the University College London - Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy, a visiting researcher at the University of Cambridge, and an artist in residence at the National University of Singapore. His extensive collaboration with organizations like the United Nations Development Programme, the World Food Programme, the World Bank, Oxfam America, and many others showcased his dedication to global humanitarian efforts, impacting over 60 countries.

Pablo's academic credentials were as impressive as his professional accomplishments. Holding a degree in water engineering, a master’s degree in planning, and a PhD in geography, he published extensively on topics ranging from disaster risk management to the humanitarian implications of geoengineering. His ability to communicate complex ideas in an engaging and accessible manner allowed him to run participatory sessions in diverse settings, from rural Zambia to the White House, and from the Vatican to NASA.

In the realm of #geoengineering, Pablo was a vocal advocate for ethical and human-centred approaches. He famously remarked,

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"𝘎𝘦𝘰𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘩𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘯. 𝘐𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘥𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘊𝘦𝘭𝘴𝘪𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦. 𝘐𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦."
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He was critical of the potential for geoengineering to shift the risks of global warming from rich nations to poor ones, and he stressed the need for ethical governance and compensation mechanisms for affected communities.

𝗛𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝗼𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝘀:

➖ Solar geoengineering in the horizon: humanitarian dimensions — 2023 [https://t.co/zA6T4CD8GC]

➖ Climate engineering and human rights — 2018 [https://t.co/x0B024Qis7]

➖ Geoengineering and the humanitarian challenge: What role for the most vulnerable? — 2018 [https://t.co/OZKMyz9MKU]

➖ Geoengineering: A humanitarian concern — 2016 [https://t.co/cNGRsjoUiN]

➖ Towards a people-centered framework for geoengineering governance: a humanitarian perspective — 2010 [https://t.co/Ju0qSawepo]

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘇 𝗼𝗻 𝗴𝗲𝗼𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:

➖https://t.co/On2fhbqK3b

➖https://t.co/p1yjjsVad7

His legacy is one of innovation, empathy, and a deep-seated drive to make the world a safer and more just place. Pablo Suarez leaves behind a global community of colleagues, friends, and admirers who will continue to draw inspiration from his life's work.

[CSWEP @AEACSWEP]

The Winter 2023 Issue IV News @AEACSWEP is out! Many thanks to guest editor Donna Ginther & @benbernanke, Christy Romer, Audrey Anderson & @BillyMWilliams for their contributions. We encourage you to read the articles on women in econ and sexual harassment https://t.co/duWafmrZls

[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

Congratulations to the 2023-2025 #AGULANDInG Academy Fellows!

The AGU LANDInG Academy is a two-year, cohort-based professional development program for current and aspiring DEI leaders in the Earth and space sciences.

https://t.co/k24vYOvs0Y\

[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

As a proud partner of @ADVANCEGeo, we invite you to join a webinar on discussing anti-racism in your workplace by @Urgeoscience this Wednesday, 28 June at 2pm ET –
Register for free:
https://t.co/vlel3rj9Jy

https://t.co/nnUB2QArm6

[[email protected] @BillyMWilliams]

Congratulations to Lisa White on this honor @lisatoafault!

[Lisa White @lisatoafault]

Honored to be a newly-elected Fellow of the Paleontological Society! @PaleoSoc #GSA2022

[the next generation of geoscience leaders @nextgengeoldrs]

50 years ago Bromery said, “a few people working together who seriously want to make change, can succeed.” 50 years from now, what people we will be saying is up to us.

we have no choice left but to be brave. @foramsraqu 💙 @rachelxbernard #snc22

[the next generation of geoscience leaders @nextgengeoldrs]

just ahead of the second national conference, the arthur lakes library @coschoolofmines has re-scanned the 1972 Report in gorgeous quality and made it freely available online!!

https://t.co/NT6dxrDNHU

know your geoscience history! read the report today 💙

[Lisa White @lisatoafault]

I’m incredibly honored to be receiving the 2022 Gould Prize from @sse_evolution! Grateful to my colleagues for their support in nominating and I share the Prize with my talented E&O staff @ucmpberkeley who lead the way in evolution education!

[Vernon R Morris @vernon_morris]

Please help share the message that the application deadline for LANDInG Academy Cohort 2 has been extended to midnight June 10. Interested parties are encouraged to apply or to please contact [email protected] with any questions. For applications visit: https://t.co/icGPYqEpHx

[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

Today, AGU launched the AGU LANDInG Community of Practice (CoP), a virtual platform that provides resources, engagements and networking opportunities for current and aspiring DEI champions in the Earth and spaces sciences.

Register for free. ➡️ https://t.co/e8IuBga0CP

[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

💼 We’re hiring! AGU is looking for a Program Manager for #DEI.

The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing AGU’s strategic objective of promoting and exemplifying an inclusive scientific culture.

#sciencejobs #DEIjobs #DCjobs

📝 ➡ https://t.co/bEtvbweudl

[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

Congratulations to all! @this_life, @george_mage, @cavesandclimate, @kristie_geo, @synopticscott, @CaballeroGill

[[email protected] @BillyMWilliams]

Welcome and congratulations to the inaugural Cohort of #AGULANDInGAcademy. Looking forward to working closely with you over the next two years @theAGU!

[AGU (American Geophysical Union) @theAGU]

Today, we are excited to welcome the first cohort of 📚 #AGULANDInG Academy, a professional development program for current and aspiring #DEI leaders in the Earth and space sciences.

https://t.co/CR8GvjYfL4

[[email protected] @BillyMWilliams]

We should all resolve to strive for better geoethics education & awareness. @theAGU will do its part to help assure ongoing attention to these issues. When we know better, we should do better. 5/5

[[email protected] @BillyMWilliams]

As researchers & scientists go back out in the field, please ensure 1) you obtain all federal permits before conducting research on public lands 2) you have appreciation & respect for cultural heritage sites. A thread 1/5

[[email protected] @BillyMWilliams]

@theAGU book Scientific Integrity and Ethics in the Geosciences starts with: “Science is built on trust. The assumption is that scientists will conduct their work with integrity, honesty, and a strict adherence to scientific protocols.” 4/5