Data and Statistics for Climate and Energy Impact Analysis

This course aims to provide a foundation in statistical analysis, as employed for quantitative evaluation of the impacts of climate change and energy use on humans and the environment. Fundamental to understanding and using statistical analysis is the realization that data do not emerge perfect and fully formed from a vacuum. An appreciation of the provenance of the data, the way they were collected, and why they were collected, is necessary for effective analysis. Statistical concepts will be illustrated through mini-projects and applications that use real-world climate and energy data.