ACCC Insights

A traveling exhibit shows how human consumption impacts the earth.

An organization of older women in Switzerland demonstrate the power of climate action.

Generations working together is essential to addressing climate change.

Kohon bridges urban planning and public health to help older adults.

Harvard scholars share info on getting ready for extreme weather and other events.

Psychology research explains how to inspire others to get involved.

National extension initiative of hosts webinar on aging and climate change.

Where you live impacts how you cope with climate change.

Dr. Arnab Ghosh addresses heat-related illness.

National experts discuss interventions.

National Academies' seminar offers insights

Listen as Karl Pillemer talks about the challenges and opportunities of aging and climate change.

Older adults are less likely to maintain their body temperature.

Professor Marianne E. Krasny's new book, In This Together, explores how we can harness our social networks to make bigger impacts in addressing climate change.

Citizen observers can follow from the comfort of their own homes.

Urban Planner Danielle Arigoni's new book explains how to prepare for climate disasters.

You may be surprised to find out that volunteering aids more than just the environment!

A new study demonstrates how climate change is affecting human health.

Welcome to the Aging & Climate Change Clearinghouse’s Insight & Ideas blog! Our goal is to provide a broad range of information, ideas, and inspiration on the intersection of climate change and the rapidly increasing older population.

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Researcher Mike Hoffman wants you to understand how climate change will affect the foods you love - then do something about it!

Activist Susan talks about how environmental activism has helped her build a sense of community that enriches her life.

Environmental activist John talks about what keeps him motivated.

Developmental Psychologist Katie Cherry was studying longevity and successful aging among older adults when Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005, destroying the Gulf Coast and leaving most of south Louisiana living in a disaster zone.

Growing Greener helps people take the next step toward climate action.

More than 12 years ago, the SAGE environmental organization – a non-profit dedicated to encouraging older adults to advocate for future generations – began with a literal dream. Founder Ward Greene dreamt he was late to a meeting of older adults who were waiting for him to speak. The sign at the meeting read “Senior Adults for Generational Equity.”

Science has established that climate change is leading to major consequences for the planet. But what do people believe about climate change, and do those beliefs differ among age groups?