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High school youth summit focused on public health, climate change, and equity

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Campus-based climate change program for grades 9–12

Chile

Climate Impacts & Sustainable Solutions

July 7 — July 21
$6,990 + airfare

Chile

Climate Impacts & Sustainable Solutions

July 7 — July 21
$6,990 + airfare

Travel to western South America and explore how climate change is affecting the diverse landscapes and communities of Chile—from increased tsunami risks to the impacts of lithium mining, an essential piece of the green energy transition. Meet with scientists and professionals to delve into how natural resource management, public policy, and other strategies are being used at the local and national levels to address these climate challenges. During your time in metropolitan Santiago, the coastal port of Valparaíso, and the stunning Atacama Desert, immerse yourself in local communities, bond with fellow climate-conscious peers, and embark on adventures in these varied landscapes. Return home with new scientific, technical, social, and economic perspectives on climate issues.

• Meet scientists in the Chilean Navy to learn about disaster risk reduction strategies
• Sandboard on coastal dunes and walk among impressive geysirs
• Explore the Chilean desert and how a global energy transition impacts this environment
• Observe flamingos in the famous salt flats of the Atacama Desert
“I’m interested in environmental science