Transformational Adaptation and the Backcountry with Amber Pairis of the Climate Science Alliance

The Finest City

In this episode, we welcome Amber Pairis, the founder and lead advisor of Climate Science Alliance. Amber’s work is dedicated to increasing awareness of climate change impacts, advocating for solutions, and fostering collective action to protect both natural and human communities in the face of a changing climate. During the conversation, Amber sheds light on the Alliance’s commitment to honoring indigenous stewardship and building an inclusive community of partners, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table.

Amber also explores the vital role of agriculture in climate solutions and shares the milestones worth celebrating in the realm of climate advocacy. She talks about the Alliance’s inspiring initiatives, including Climate Kids and the Stewardship Pathways Training Program, that are paving the way for a brighter and more sustainable future.

Timestamps:

[1:46] Amber introduces herself and more about her role at the Climate Science Alliance.

[5:24] How the Alliance formed, the funding and building of the team.

[7:37] At the Alliance, the topics pivot and change based on what their partners need.

[8:50] What transformational adaptation means for the Alliance and how it is the center of the community.

[11:02] How the Alliance creates a space that truly listens to people and upholds value for those of many different backgrounds and perspectives.

[15:53] The birth of Climate Kids and the focus to take hands-on science and bring it to create a focus on storytelling and climate literacy.

[19:08] What do we have to celebrate, and what was some good news coming out of the San Diego Climate Summit?

[27:08] How the Climate Summit has engaged with San Diego’s indigenous population and history, and more about the tribal work groups.

[30:34] How can agriculture play a role in climate solutions?

[32:21] The cross-border collaboration between the Alliance and Baja California.

[35:42] More about the Stewardship Pathways Training program.

[40:01] Where can people give and learn more?

About C-3

Even before the California Coastal Commission or Environmental Protection Agency existed, Citizens Coordinate for Century 3 (C-3) was the environmental conscience of San Diego. Since that time, in part due to C-3’s leadership in education, advocacy, and empowerment, a plethora of organizations have developed throughout San Diego County. These organizations specifically focus on promoting progressive values in architecture, urban design, land-use governance, natural resource management, sustainable economic development, climate change resilience, and social justice. As the field of allies has grown, C-3’s role has evolved to provide a platform that promotes creating civic community.

Opportunities for Advocacy and Engagement:

C3sandiego.org

Climate Science Alliance

Climate Kids

Amber Pairis