Joëlle Gergis

Climate scientist Joëlle Gergis, an IPCC lead author, shares her firsthand experience with Cyclone Alfred's unexpected reach, revealing how warming oceans are exacerbating cyclones and endangering coral reefs. She reflects on the glaring disconnect between government climate promises and ongoing support for fossil fuel projects. With the climate crisis accelerating, Gergis emphasizes the urgent need for Australia to take bold actions to bridge these widening gaps before the next disaster strikes.

Joëlle Gergis, a climate scientist and contributor to The Saturday Paper, tackles the urgent climate crisis, sparked by wildfires in wealthy neighborhoods. She criticizes the disproportionate sympathy for affluent communities while neglecting the struggles of marginalized groups. Gergis emphasizes the upcoming Australian election as a critical moment for climate action. She highlights the need for a shift to renewable energy and challenges listeners to confront their complicity in climate issues.