Scientists speak up about climate change

Apr 9, 2025Climate Action, Croatia, Inspiring initiative

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Scientists respond to silence about climate change in Croatia

Scientists for Climate – Croatia is an initiative of qualified scientists of different disciplines advocating declaration of national climate emergency and providing easy access climate change information. The scientists also engage in interdisciplinary discussions of climate change issues.

The initiative is a response to mainstream academic institutions’ silence about climate change in Croatia and prevalent climate scepticism among older generation scientists. Through interdisciplinary discussions, it also enables scientists to understand different social and physical aspects of climate change, and how they relate to communities’ adaption to climate change.

Expanding efforts
Though starting with a climate crisis appeal, the Scientists for Climate – Croatia Initiative now also provides education trainings, responds and organises responses to media, and provides expert input to other climate-related initiatives. The initiative is still volunteer run and provides knowledge free of charge for citizens who need more information. It produces informative texts, cartoons and podcasts, and maintains social media channels.

Protecting vulnerable people
Primary vulnerable groups are local communities affected by climate related natural disasters. The initiative aims to increase understanding about their potential for recovery, as well as to avoid maladaptation to future climate shocks. Low income people and old age citizens are also target groups, as integration of mitigation and adaptation measures are woven into existing social fabric.