Climate Change: Humans as Victims and Perpetrators at the Same Time

Description

Max Frisch once wrote aptly: «Only humans know disasters, provided they survive them; nature knows no disasters.» Since then, Switzerland has been trying to prevent natural events from turning into disasters using various methods. The destruction of Blatten (VS), evacuations of Brienz (GR) and Schwanden (GL), landslides near Bondo (GR) and Brienz (BE), as well as numerous floods, have shown how vulnerable Switzerland remains in the context of natural events. The lecture series examines natural hazards and risks with a focus on the Alps, but also takes a look at global events and places them in the debate on climate change. This promises interesting and exciting scientific facts as well as insights into practical applications that are highly relevant and existential for many people.

Highlights

• Lecture on natural hazards and climate change
• Focus on the Alpine region
• Scientific facts and practical insights

General Information

The lecture series at the University of St. Gallen highlights Switzerland's vulnerability to natural events in the context of climate change. It offers exciting insights into global events and their impact on the environment.

Location

Dufourstrasse 50, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland

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