Countryfile's Tom Heap talks climate change at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum

The journalist, author and television presenter holds an 'In conversation with' event at the Little Elborow Street venue on Saturday 9 November to talk about the issues raised by A World of Fire and Ice, artist Gina Glover's exhibition which explores humans' relationship with energy and how it impacts the natural world.

Glover and regular collaborator, author and researcher Geof Rayner, join Heap for a panel discussion on the issues raised by the exhibition and the broader challenges the world faces in order to combat climate change.

Tom Heap has reported on science and the environment for a quarter of a century, reporting for BBC One's Countryfile and presenting Radio Four's Rare Earth and the Climate Show on Sky.

His books include 39 Ways To Save The Planet and this year's Land Smart - How To Give People And Nature The Space To Thrive, which explores how farmers, scientists and conservationists have stepped up to face the challenges of climate change.

A World of Fire and Ice opened at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum in September and features landscape photography, sculptures and 'camera-less' photographs.

The exhibition takes visitors on a journey from the deep past to the far future, with a focus on the urgent climate challenges the planet now faces.

From melting ice caps to fossil fuels, A World of Fire and Ice aims to create a mix of emotions - to think, to be concerned and, most importantly, to believe in the power of working together to combat climate change.

Katie Boyce, Rugby Art Gallery and Museum's senior exhibitions and programming officer, said: "A World of Fire and Ice aims to generate discussion about the human relationship with our planet and the role we have played in climate change through reliance on fossil fuels.

"So, it's a fitting end to the exhibition to welcome Tom Heap, a prominent and respected voice in the climate change debate, to discuss the issue with Gina and Geof, and answer questions from the audience."

The 'In conversation with' event takes place from 4.30pm to 5.30pm, with a drink reception for ticket holders taking place from 4pm.

Tickets, priced £3 for adults (under 18s free), can be booked online at www.ragm.co.uk/gina-glover

Cllr Maggie O'Rourke, Rugby Borough Council portfolio holder for partnerships and wellbeing, said: "While the Gina Glover exhibition delivers a stark message on climate change, it also offers hope we can work together to overcome the challenges and protect the planet for future generations.

"Finding solutions to the climate challenges we face has been the focus of Tom Heap's recent books, so this talk should be a fascinating and informative event for anyone who cares about our environment."

Cllr Neil Sandison, Rugby Borough Council's Liberal Democrat spokesperson for partnerships and wellbeing, added: "The conversation with Tom Heap complements the World of Fire and Ice exhibition which so many visitors found illuminating.

"The climate emergency affects us all and any contribution to the debate which helps to develop policy going forward should be welcomed."

A World of Fire and Ice closes on Saturday 9 November.

For more information about exhibitions and events at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, visit www.ragm.co.uk