Practical

Friday, 6 June, 2025 - 09:00 until 11:30
VUB Main Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2
1050 Elsene
Auditorium I.2.01, gebouw I
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Wim.Thiery@vub.be

On Friday, June 6, climate scientist Joeri Rogelj—who will be awarded an honorary doctorate by VUB that same day—will deliver a keynote lecture on our Main Campus during the scientific symposium *Discussions with Joeri Rogelj*. A unique opportunity to engage in dialogue with this internationally renowned expert. Don’t miss it!

Programme

  • 9.00 - 9.50: Talks from invited speakers & discussion
    • Prof. Wim Thiery | Will you live an unprecedented life?
    • Prof. Harry Zekollari | The 1.5°C target will shape the future of the world’s glaciers
    • Dr. Chris Smith | Updated IPCC-assessed emissions scenarios no longer limit warming to 1.5°C
    • Prof. Corina Heri | Courts and the Climate: Developments in Climate Litigation
  • 9.50 - 10.00: Break
  • 10.00 - 11.00: Keynote presentation Prof. Joeri Rogelj
  • 11.00 - 11.30: Light drinks and snacks
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