December 29, 2020
Climate Change in Illinois
Global warming describes an observed increase in the global average temperature over the last 100 to 150 years. Illinois’ climate has changed over that time in response to global warming. The last century of climate change in Illinois has had considerable environmental and economic impacts, and model projections suggest future changes will continue to impact Illinois. We will discuss climate change, its impacts, and mitigation and adaptation for Illinois citizens.
Hydroclimatologist Dr. Trent Ford has been the Illinois State Climatologist since 2019. He and his team provide information online, through traditional and social media, and by speaking to interested groups across the state. In addition to his role in education and climate outreach, Ford also conducts research on the climate system and extreme climate events, like drought and heat waves; monitors current conditions; and studies climate change. A native of Roanoke, Illinois, Ford earned a bachelor's in geography from Illinois State University before completing his master's and PhD at Texas A&M University.
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