Clean energy is widely framed as a public health win. So why does it often trigger opposition, and how should those conflicts be resolved? Using Michigan as a grounding case, the panel explores what happens when health evidence, local governance, equity concerns and climate goals collide - and what we can do about it to meet urgent climate goals. This timely conversation will be moderated by Eliza Barclay, climate opinion editor at The New York Times, whose work explores how science, climate policy and public trust collide. She will lead a lively discussion with University of Michigan faculty experts in energy systems, public health, equity and governance on how the U.S. can expand clean energy while building trust and protecting community health.
Presented by the IHPI Sandy-Hassmiller Climate & Health Initiative, in collaboration with the Graham Sustainability Institute.