How do Universities Respond to Climate Change?A Case Study Based on Harvard University
Climate change has become a significant challenge for all humanity,and universities play a crucial role in addressing climate change,and can become"living laboratories"for addressing climate change.Harvard University has a long-standing history,clear objectives,and well-developed practices in response to climate change.Based on the framework of a"whole-institution approach",an analysis of Harvard University's exploratory initiatives reveals that it comprehensively addresses climate change in five areas:establishing climate management mechanisms,implementing green campus operations,nurturing climate change professionals,conducting multidimensional climate science research,and providing diverse climate-related societal services.Harvard University's response to climate change is characterized by a comprehensive and holistic approach,the integration of theory and practice,the involvement of school leadership and student engagement,and cross-disciplinary,cross-campus and transnational collaboration;nevertheless,it also faces many challenges.
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