Alice Hill, a climate expert and former Obama administration official, and Colin McCormick, a principal scientist focused on carbon removal, discuss the rising challenges of extreme weather, particularly in Southern California's wildfires. They delve into groundbreaking AI-powered weather forecasting models that outperform traditional predictions and emphasize the urgent need for these technologies to reach at-risk communities. The conversation also touches on how innovative strategies can drastically improve disaster preparedness and enhance public weather services.

Alice Hill, a senior fellow for energy and the environment, and Varun Sivaram, a senior fellow for energy and climate, delve into the intersection of climate change and U.S. foreign policy as the 2024 election approaches. They discuss three decades of climate achievements and setbacks, highlighting the urgent need for robust climate policies. The conversation covers technological innovations like nuclear energy and carbon capture, the economic trade-offs of climate adaptation, and the election's significant impact on climate initiatives, emphasizing national security implications.