John Houghton (1931–2020), renowned climate scientist

John Houghton was a renowned climate scientist who won a Nobel Peace Prize in 2007.

• Died: Wednesday, April 15, 2020. (Who else died on April 15?)
• Details of Death: Died at the age of 88 from suspected COVID-19 complications.
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Climate expert

Houghton was an important figure in climate science, winning a Nobel Peace Prize in 2007 as part of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), an award shared with Al Gore. He persuaded many politicians to take a closer look at the damage caused by climate change.

What they said about him

Full Obituary: Washington Post