Dr. James E. Hansen
The Sophie Prize 2010 is awarded to American climate scientist Dr. James E. Hansen. Hansen has played a key role for the development of our understanding of human-induced climate change. His clear message has met resistance, and he experienced censorship of his scientifically based statements during the Bush-administration.
Dr. Hansen is an outstanding scientist with numerous scientific articles published in high-ranking journals. His conscience, and later his role as a “concerned grandfather”, has committed him to combine his research with political activism based on personal conviction. He receives the award for his clear communication of the threat posed by climate change and for his genuine commitment to future generations.
Photo: David Schmoll, Houston
