Astronomers for Planet Earth: A Cosmological View on Climate

Astronomers for Planet Earth (A4E) was founded in 2019 to empower and mobilize the global astronomical community to take action on the climate crisis. The network now includes more than 1500 astronomy students, researchers, amateurs, educators, and Nobel laureates from 70 countries. Members of this all-volunteer organization are united by the recognition that the astronomical perspective is valuable in the struggle to preserve our planet’s habitability. By gathering, creating, and sharing information and resources, we help each other speak, write, teach, and advocate for climate action and sustainable practices within the field of astronomy and beyond. Dr. Cool will describe the origins of A4E, its current work, and some directions for the future.