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New Narratives for Action: Addressing Climate Misinformation and Disinformation
This Forum will explore the social science behind misinformation about climate change in the United States. Speakers will address the underlying role of economic systems, social media, politics, and how we can move forward with new narratives.
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Forum Schedule
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. – Registration & Networking
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Forum
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch (optional for in-person attendees)
Forum Speakers
Kate Cell – presenting virtually
Senior Climate Campaign Manager
Union of Concerned Scientists
Luis Lopez
Manager, Strategy, Insights, and Analytics
Potential Energy Coalition
Daniel Stockemer, Ph.D. – presenting virtually
Full Professor, School of Political Studies
University of Ottawa
Christopher Wells
Professor, Emerging Media Studies, College of Communication & Climate Disinformation Initiative
Boston University
Moderated Panel Discussion
Forum Co-Chairs
Ellen Douglas
Senior Resiliency Project Manager
AECOM
Carolyn Norkiewicz
Regional Coordinator for Greater Boston, Municipal Vulnerability Program
Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
John Valinch
ESG Analyst
Registration Information
This forum will be organized in a hybrid format. As of June 3, 2026 in-person registration is no longer available. The event venue has reached capacity.
Please note: this Forum will NOT be recorded
Virtual Registration
Virtual attendees will be able to see and hear the speakers, slideshow presentations, and questions from the audience. Please note: this Forum will NOT be recorded.
Online registration for virtual attendance will close at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Virtual Registration Rates
EBC Member: $35
EBC Membership is corporate – all staff from our member companies can register as an EBC Member. Not sure if you’re a member? Visit our online Member Directory.
Non-members: $45
Government/Nonprofit: $15
This rate is available for those employed by Government, Municipal, or Nonprofit organizations. Not available to those in a volunteer position (e.g. Board Member of a Nonprofit).
Job Seeker Rate: $15
For recent graduates or attendees who are currently unemployed.
Media: Please contact EBC at [email protected]
Student Rate: Complimentary
Students are welcome to attend free of charge. Registration must be completed with an active .edu email address.
Deadline to Change Registration Format Deadline to Change Registration Format
No changes in registration format will be permitted after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026. Any requests to change from virtual to in-person attendance MUST be received before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29. Please contact EBC at [email protected] or 617-505-1818 to change your registration format or with any questions.
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In-Person Registration – Sold Out!
Online registration for in-person attendance has closed. The event venue has reached capacity.
To be added to a waitlist, please email Jessamyn Cox at [email protected].
In-Person Registration Rates
EBC Member: $35
EBC Membership is corporate – all staff from our member companies can register as an EBC Member. Not sure if you’re a member? Visit our online Member Directory.
Non-members: $45
Government/Nonprofit: $15
This rate is available for those employed by Government, Municipal, or Nonprofit organizations. Not available to those in a volunteer position (e.g. Board Member of a Nonprofit).
Job Seeker Rate: $15
For recent graduates or attendees who are currently unemployed.
Student Rate: Complimentary
Students are welcome to attend free of charge. Registration must be completed with an active .edu email address.
Media: Please contact EBC at [email protected]
Deadline to Change Registration Format Deadline to Change Registration Format
No changes in registration format will be permitted after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026. Any requests to change from in-person to virtual attendance MUST be received before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29. Please contact EBC at [email protected] or 617-505-1818 to change your registration format or with any questions.
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Fine Print
This Forum will NOT be recorded.
The deadline for refunds was Friday, May 29, 2026 for all registrations.
No changes in registration format will be permitted after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026.