Promotional material for Stand Up for Science’s NYC Climate Week gathering, “Science, Democracy, and Climate: A Panel Discussion.”
Specialists from various fields will come together for a discussion on the connections between scientific agreement, democratic processes, and the climate emergency.
The current moment places significant stress on the link between facts and governance. The evidence for climate change is clear, yet we are seeing attempts to push it aside.” — Dr. Colette Delawalla, CEO and Founder of Stand Up for ScienceNEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — On September 23, Stand Up for Science is set to host a public conversation, “Science, Democracy and Climate,” in Midtown, marking its participation in New York Climate Week 2026. The session will gather prominent figures from the fields of climate science, political theory, and science advocacy to address a key issue of our era: the challenges that arise when scientific findings and democratic processes diverge.
The scheduled speakers will hold an open exchange about the relationship between scientific consensus, democratic systems, and the climate crisis. They will look into why democratic institutions can lag behind the urgency of scientific findings and what steps are necessary to close the divide between data and action. There will also be an opportunity for audience members to ask questions.
Dr. Colette Delawalla, CEO and Founder of Stand Up for Science, will moderate the discussion. Joining her will be Dr. Ticora Jones, Chief Science Officer at the Natural Resources Defense Council, and Dr. Michael Mann, a climate researcher from the University of Pennsylvania.
“Right now, we are seeing a real strain on the connection between evidence and governance. The science behind climate change is not uncertain, and yet we are observing efforts to end research, cut funding to the agencies that carry it out, and push experts to the margins. That’s not just an environmental problem — it’s a problem for democracy. When those in power stop treating evidence as a common foundation, we lose the capacity for honest discussions about the path forward. This panel is happening because we understand the public deserves more than that,” stated Delawalla.
This event is open to the public at no cost. Those interested in attending can claim their ticket here.
What: A panel discussion titled “Science, Democracy and Climate” hosted by Stand Up for Science
Who: Dr. Colette Delawalla from Stand Up for Science; Dr. Ticora Jones from the Natural Resources Defense Council; and Dr. Michael Mann from the University of Pennsylvania
When: Wednesday, September 23, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time
Where: 22 East 30th Street, New York, NY 10016. Reserve your place to join here.
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Stand Up for Science is a grassroots, non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., dedicated to advocating for the future of science and democracy. It was established in February 2025 as a response to actions impacting federal science agencies and the funding of the American research community. On March 7th, the organization organized its first National Day of Action, drawing over 50,000 participants to more than 170 events globally. Scientists from various federal agencies, including NIH, EPA, NASA, and FEMA, have selected Stand Up for Science as the outlet for publishing their open letters of concern. As a 501(c)(4) non-profit entity [EIN: 33-4154429], contributions to Stand Up for Science are not eligible for tax deductions.
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