Charting Progress on Europe’s Path to Climate Neutrality by 2050: Importance of transparency in meeting Paris Agreement

Suzanne Slarsky Dael ‘02 will return to campus for a conversation moderated by students Tashi Sherpa ‘24 (International and Global Studies) and Finn Warner ‘24.5 (Environmental Economics). The European Union has cut greenhouse gas emissions by almost a third since 1990 and is working towards its next target: net 55% reductions by 2030. Suzanne graduated as a Geography major and will share insights from her journey from Midd’s GIS lab to her current role monitoring this climate progress as Head of group on climate change mitigation, energy and transport at the European Environment Agency. Join this discussion about Europe’s climate achievements so far and what challenges lie ahead on the path to net zero.

Sustainability is at the heart of much of what we do, teach, and value at Middlebury. Many alums have carried a commitment to sustainability directly into their professions—often with national and international impact. What have they been doing on the frontlines to achieve a more just, sustainable future? What are their thoughts on tackling some of the world’s most pressing crises? How did they get from Midd to where they are today, and what can we learn from their achievements, efforts, and setbacks?

This is the fifth event in the Global Sustainability Alum Speaker Series, which, since November 2022, has invited Middlebury grads back to campus to discuss these issues and more.

Co-sponsored by the Climate Action Program.