International Perspectives on Climate Change and Environmental Issues (TRN5-E23)

Overview

Delivery method

Online

Duration

1 hours

Audience

Executives

Description

DATE CHANGE

Australia and Canada have strong ties and share many similarities, including a federal political system, different levels of government with distinct powers and responsibilities, and a British heritage. They also face similar environmental challenges, including wildfires, protection of endangered species, and renewable energy.

This enlightening event features Dean Knudson, a senior public servant from the Australian government, who will discuss global environmental issues from the perspectives of the Australian and Canadian governments, and their ability to work collaboratively with other level of governments, Indigenous communities, and other countries.

Participants will be introduced to the innovative strategies and approaches that the Australian government has put in place to develop effective partnerships to collaboratively address issues related to climate change and the environment.

Speaker

• Dean Knudson, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia

Moderator

• Caroline Pitfield, Executive Faculty Member, Canada School of Public Service