How is the CWC unique and what does it hope to accomplish by linking researchers from different areas of study?
The complex problems posed by abrupt climate change don’t fall neatly into separate scientific topics. More than 50 OSU scientists, encompassing a host of research fields, will examine interlocking climate issues, using a broad array of techniques to tackle these problems from many viewpoints. In an exceptional matchup, they are linked with policy researchers in order to better frame scientific and policy-oriented responses to the dilemmas raised by climate change. The CWC will leverage $12 million provided by Ohio State’s Office of Academic Affairs through its Targeted Investment in Excellence Program. The money – unique for its size and spending flexibility — is an “investment,” not a “grant.” The funds will allow CWC to increase that investment through partnerships with governments, industry, foundations and philanthropic organizations, ensuring sustained research of issues raised by CWC’s three founding questions.
