Certificate Programme in Climate Change Adaptation Strategies with GIS
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to have Dr. Jane Smith with us, an expert in environmental science and the lead instructor for the Certificate Programme in Climate Change Adaptation Strategies with GIS. Welcome, Jane! GUEST: Thanks for having me! I'm excited to be here. HOST: Let's dive right in. Can you share a bit about your personal experiences that led you to teach this course? GUEST: Absolutely! I've spent over 15 years working on climate change adaptation projects around the world. I saw firsthand the need for professionals who can effectively use GIS tools to tackle these challenges. HOST: That's fascinating. And what current trends are you seeing in the industry that make this course so relevant? GUEST: There's a growing demand for data-driven decision-making in climate adaptation planning. Our course equips participants with the skills to analyze climate data, create meaningful maps, and contribute to informed policy-making. HOST: I can imagine that brings about certain challenges. What obstacles have you encountered or anticipate learners might face in this field? GUEST: One challenge is keeping up with rapidly evolving technology and data sources. In our course, we address this by teaching students how to stay current and adapt to new developments. HOST: That's great. Now, looking forward, where do you see the future of climate change adaptation strategies and GIS? GUEST: I believe we'll continue seeing increased integration of GIS in climate adaptation efforts, with more focus on real-time data, automation, and AI. Our course prepares students for this exciting future! HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for sharing your insights and experiences with us today. It's been a pleasure learning from you! GUEST: Thank you! It's been my pleasure as well. I encourage anyone interested in making a difference in climate adaptation to explore our course and join us!
