5 amazing environmental scientists who are working to remedy climate change

Climate and environmental scientists are vital to the future of our civilization. After all, they dedicate themselves to studying the planet we call home to solve climate problems despite the criticism they face.

We pulled five of the most impressive environmental scientists from our recent list of groundbreaking scientists who are changing the way we see the world.

From a glaciologist who studies the melting West Antarctic Ice Sheet to an activist who battles politicians' "quick fixes" to climate change, here are five environmental scientists who are working to help remedy the worst problems our planet faces.