Session US6

US6 | Climate change, morals, values and policies

Climate change, morals, values and policies

Convener: Noel Baker | Co-conveners: Chloe Hill, Mario Scharfbillig, Emmanuel Salmon, Maria Vittoria Gargiulo

Wed, 06 May, 08:30–10:15 (CEST)

Room E1

Vimeo: US6 – Climate change, morals, values and policies

The climate challenge is no longer only about understanding the Earth system, it is also about understanding ourselves as humans. As a global society, response to climate change information and climate action policies is shaped not only by scientific evidence, but also by moral values, cultural identities, religious beliefs, fears, and psychological dynamics. Attitudes that may appear irrational often reflect deeper questions of meaning, trust, and social belonging. How can scientists and governments communicate climate science in ways that resonate with diverse societies without resorting to manipulative tactics? How can decision-makers design ethical and inclusive policies that inspire meaningful action at individual, community, and societal levels?

This Union Symposium will bring together experts from multiple disciplines to explore these questions through both scientific research and practical experience. Speakers will examine the moral, psychological, cultural, and social dimensions that shape public engagement with climate change. Perspectives from religious traditions, as well as indigenous and marginalized communities, will broaden the dialogue and offer insights into how climate communication and policy can become more inclusive, trustworthy, and impactful.

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Speakers

Emelina Corrales
Gabriel Filippelli, Indiana University, United States of America
Raffaella Russo, University of Salerno, Italy
Eli Mitchell-Larson, University of Oxford, United Kingdom