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Jun 1, 2018
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Climate Change Mini-Forum Presents SDC Ecosystems Report

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife recently co-hosted a special Climate Change Mini-Forum with the Climate Science Alliance on Monday, May 7, 2018. Julie Kalansky from the California-Nevada Applications Program (CNAP) at Scripps Institution of Oceanography presented new analysis and regional climate projections for the south coast region on temperature, precipitation, fire, and sea level rise to Region 5 staff, as part of her work on California’s Fourth Climate Ch

Apr 6, 2018
1 min

San Diego Ecosystems Assessment Available for Download Now!

Under the umbrella of the Climate Science Alliance, a team of ecologists and climatologists conducted a review of the most current, regionally specific climate information and paired that with current research on local species and habitats of the South Coast that are at risk due to climate variability and other stressors. The “San Diego Ecosystems: The Ecological Impacts of Climate Change on a Biodiversity Hotspot” assessment was unveiled by the scientists themselves at the i

Apr 4, 2018
1 min

*Video* Drawing Connections – Cabrillo National Monument

The Rocky Intertidal Zone at Cabrillo National Monument is one of the most extreme ecosystems on earth, where plants and animals are tested every day. From the crashing waves on the shore at high tide to the intense wind and sun when the water recedes, this is an environment characterized by stress. If anything is to survive the daily strain of life along the waterline, preparation is essential. Today, ocean temperatures and pH levels are affected by increasing atmospheric co

Dec 22, 2017
1 min

"Sea Level Rise Effect on SoCal Wetlands" Webinar Recording

The California Landscape Conservation Cooperative (CALCC) hosted an open webinar, “Sea-level rise effects on coastal wetlands in Southern California” on October 31st, 2017. Climate Science Alliance partner Dr. Eric Stein from the Southern California Coastal Water Research Project is one of three authors of the report and presented the model’s findings on approximately 100 wetlands along the Southern California coast. The model quantifies wetland habitat conversion driven by s

Dec 21, 2017
1 min

Upcoming Event: See the Impact of a King Tide in Carlsbad

#BuildingResilience #EcosystemResilience

Dec 6, 2017
1 min

Climate Collaborative Featured in KPBS Reporting on Del Mar Adaptation Plans for Future Sea Level Ri

Climate Science Alliance partner, the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative, was featured in a recent KPBS report, “Del Mar Beachfront Facing Challenges Of ‘Managed Retreat’” published on November 20th, 2017. Laura Engeman, Director of the SD Regional Climate Collaborative, works to bring together public agencies, nonprofits, community foundations, utilities, scientists, and local managers to find regional solutions for climate adaptation. The SD Regional Climate Collabora

Nov 13, 2017
1 min

San Diego Coastal Adaptation Strategies Mentioned in Sacramento Bee Report on California’s Plans for

California is already feeling multiple effects of climate change including record-high temperatures, devastating flooding, ocean acidification and sea level rise. On November 2nd, 2017 the Sacramento Bee published a report on how the state and counties are planning for these various changes, including San Diego. Climate Science Alliance partner Laura Engeman, Director of the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative, was featured in the report section on how San Diego is adapt

Oct 24, 2017
1 min

Upcoming Webinar – Sea Level Rise Effect on SoCal Wetlands

The California Landscape Conservation Cooperative (CALCC) will be hosting an open webinar on “Sea-level rise effects on coastal wetlands in Southern California” on October 31st from 11:00AM-12:00PM. Climate Science Alliance partner Dr. Eric Stein from the Southern California Coastal Water Research Project is one of three authors of the report. He will be presenting the model’s findings on approximately 100 wetlands along the Southern California coast. To read more about the w

Oct 12, 2017
1 min

New Director for the Scripps Climate Change Center

The Alliance welcomes Mark Merrifield, new director of the Center for Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation (CCCIA) at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Merrifield brings his experience from two decades of studying both global and regional sea-level change, and his passion for linking research outcomes to societal solutions. “I’m excited to join the center and to help connect the discovery and innovation taking place at Scripps and across UC San Diego to opportunities

Aug 28, 2017
1 min

Save the Date! National Living Shorelines Tech Transfer Workshop: February 21-22, 2018

Save the Date! The National Living Shorelines Tech Transfer Workshop will be held in Oakland, CA on February 21-22, 2018. This workshop will be hosted by Restore America's Estuaries, the State Coastal Conservancy, and Save the Bay. More details to come from the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative. #BuildingCapacity #BuildingResilience #EcosystemResilience

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