The Climate Frontline is a monthly newsletter brought to you by the Government Energy and Climate Campus. 

In this month's edition...

• Don't miss: How to use data to tell better stories
• Vote now: Are people talking about their climate anxiety?
• Carbon capture concrete: How AI is helping to pave the way

The latest insights from the Apolitical network

Have a climate success story to share? Publish an article on Apolitical.

Using foresight to plan for climate impact

Foresight research offers powerful tools to help governments explore risks, shape policy and lead long-term transformation.

AI, energy and horse poop

Why virtue signalling genAI users about energy consumption is misdirected and what we actually need to focus on.

Don't miss: How to Use Data to Tell Better Stories

Thu 7 Aug, 4-5pm BST, 11;12pm EDT

Data is only powerful when people understand it. This masterclass will explore how public servants can turn complex information into clear, compelling stories, a vital skill in communicating the urgency and impact of climate action.

Connect with peers: Community Building in Government

Building resilient and diverse communities can help to tackle some of the most pressing climate and energy problems, but setting these up is not always easy. Hear from others about what's worked, lessons learnt and stories of impact. 

Vote now: Two-thirds of Americans worry about climate change and feel it matters to them personally. How many Americans discuss climate change with friends and family? 

Course: Public Servants and Climate Change: Reaching Net Zero

What does ‘net zero’ really mean for public servants? Developed with the University of Oxford’s Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment, this course offers a comprehensive, accessible introduction to net zero, from the science behind it to the policies driving it forward, with a sharp focus on the role of public servants in making it happen.

You’ll explore climate action plans, dive into the realities of implementation and develop the tools to motivate for net zero in your own work.

In case you missed it

[Community] Toolkit: How to build a create a climate council

This practical toolkit contains lessons from the International Climate Council Network's members and leading researchers on how to design an impactful climate advisory body.

[Event recording] Innovative approaches to disaster response

How can governments respond to more complex, high-stakes emergencies? This event explored innovative, human-centred approaches to disaster management from data tools to community-led response models.

[Community] How do you stay hopeful in the face of climate change?

When working in the shadow of a planetary crisis, it can be hard to remain optimistic. Members of the Energy and Climate community from around the world are sharing their personal stories on how they sustain motivation and purpose, even when the odds feel increasingly stacked.

And finally...

Concrete is responsible for around 8% of global CO₂ emissions. But what if it could help reverse them? A new AI-powered tool developed at USC simulates billions of atoms to design concrete that not only captures carbon but could also last for centuries.

It’s a breakthrough in material science with big implications for climate resilience and infrastructure. Think: stronger buildings, cleaner air and concrete as part of the solution, not just the problem.

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