Laura Barnwell
.In my first life I was an exploration geologist in the oil industry, working for global companies. I thought that it was responsible for me to have worked in industry, because we want people who care about the earth in those jobs, which is true.
However, when I left industry to teach, it became abundantly clear that we are hurting the planet faster than it can heal. I designed classes in ecology, natural disaster, sustainability, that climate change is real and needs to be addressed now.
Based on more than 66,000 peer reviewed papers, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) produced a major report in 2014; it is now widely used as the basis for climate analyses from governments to private insurance agencies.
Climate Change is making impacts on the global, regional, and local scales.
Developing healthy soil is key to disrupting the progression of global warming by sequestering carbon, which in turn produces healthier and more abundant food to feed a population of 9 billion by 2050.[2]
become a certified soil consultant, and continues research and evaluation of the different ecological environments and soil health found on Lower Neshanic Community Farm. we can offer real time educational programs- such as hands on ecosystem analysis, soil quality discussion, and identifying microclimates. These lessons can then be applied to anything from a backyard garden to industrial scale agriculture.
Climate Fresk Permaculture Design Certificate.