2014 Krebs Lecture with Prof. Tim Flannery

A new approach to biological conservation in the era of climate change.

The early 21st century has seen the sixth great extinction in Earth’s history gather pace.  Directly or indirectly, through hunting, habitat destruction, introduced pathogens, climate change and ocean acidification, humans are responsible for its myriad manifestations. In the absence of change, by the end of the 21st century around 20% of all species alive today could be extinct.

In many countries, including Australia, existing policies and infrastructure are inadequate to deal with the threats. Hundreds of millions of dollars are spent in the name of biodiversity conservation, yet we achieve little.

Prof. Tim Flannery, world renowned ecologist and author of the award winning book The Future Eaters and The Weather Makers , will discuss the need for both climate change and biodiversity conservation to have long-term, consistent policy.

DATE: Monday 24 February, 2014

VENUE: Boiler House Lecture Theatre, Building14 Level B Room 1, University of Canberra

TIME: 6:30 - 7:30 pm with refreshments afterwards

RSVP: Amy.Dobos@canberra.edu.au

This event is a free public lecture. Please RSVP by Monday 17 February