Astronomers for Planet Earth: A Call to Action
Abstract
Climate change is a real threat to Earth and humanity. As astronomers, we have a unique perspective on Earth and climate change: our knowledge of distant worlds means that we appreciate the preciousness and fragility of Earth and understand the insurmountable difficulties of finding another home. "Astronomers for Planet Earth" is a new organization that has been started to focus astronomers in our efforts to fight climate change. We have three goals: 1) To create a community of astronomers (researchers, educators, and amateurs) and astronomy enthusiasts to share and develop tools, materials, and ideas for education and activism; 2) To provide the public with information about climate change; and 3) To provide the climate movement with an astronomical perspective. For more information or to join us, come to our poster or visit our website: https://astronomersforplanet.earth/
- Publication:
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American Astronomical Society Meeting Abstracts #235
- Pub Date:
- January 2020
- Bibcode:
- 2020AAS...23528204S