Simon Donner

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  • My TEDx talk, "Why our imaginations are the key to solving climate change," is about finding the courage to create a better future

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  • Our research examines how climate change fuels extreme events, like marine heat waves, and the impacts on people and ecosystems

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  • Join me for conversations with friends and youth leaders in Kiribati and Fiji about their perspectives on climate change

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About

I am a climate scientist and Professor at the University of British Columbia focused on helping the world prevent and prepare for climate change.

Read more here.

Research

I lead a diverse research program at the intersection of climate change science and policy. In order to address real-world problems, the areas of focus evolve over time and often cross disciplinary boundaries.

Engagement

I regularly engage with communities, organizations, governments and the media on climate change science and solutions through public events, talks and official advisory roles.

Thoughts and stories about climate change, the oceans, and science communication.
SIMON’S BLOG

Lab Team

The team of students and researchers in my Climate and Coastal Ecosystem Laboratory (CCEL) study an array of interdisciplinary climate problems, from ocean warming to sea-level rise to the challenge of eliminating climate-warming emissions.

Kiribati Research

I have been working with local government and communities in the Republic of Kiribati since 2005 to understand the effects of climate change and to build research capacity. Papers, reports, and videos are available here, with more to come.

Writings and Videos

I share my latest articles, interviews and videos via LinkedIn and BlueSky. Stay tuned for the announcement of a new podcast... until then, please check my blog and YouTube Channel for articles and videos about climate change science and policy.

Simon Donner
Email: simon.donner@ubc.ca

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Prospective Students

Each year, I am able to take on one or two highly motivated individuals with strong numerical and analytical skills as PhD students or post-doctoral fellows.

Applicants are chosen based on the fit with planned or ongoing research areas, strength of their ideas, technical ability, passion for problem-solving, and contribution to diversity.

Please read the prospective students and fellows page before contacting me.

 

What’s New

Why I resigned from the Net-Zero Advisory Body (also listen here)

Op-ed on the risk of expanding oil and gas production in Canada

Go Big or Go Home, from the UBC Magazine

Listen to Pacific Voices, my podcast sharing Pacific Islands perspectives on climate change

Why our imaginations are the key to solving climate change, TEDx talk

Read more here.

 

Simon Donner | Climate Scientist, Professor | Vancouver, BC