Science Field: Climate Science

Wilfredo Barrera Jr. is taking up his Joint National PhD in Sustainable Development and Climate Change. For his current PhD, Wilfredo is exploring impact and adaptation strategies for crops through the lens of climate change and water resources.

Krystel Mae Peñaflor is a licensed forester, conservationist, and climate analyst currently working as an Environmental Health and Safety Officer at Kenelton Engineering Services. She also leads two co-founded youth organizations: Youth Climate Navigators and EmpoWoment Storytellers: Women for Climate and Biodiversity.

Erica Asinas is a research scientist and program manager at the Climate Impacts Group of the University of Washington. She conducts social sciences and policy research to support climate adaptation projects.