Advancing scientific understanding of climate, improving society’s ability to plan and respond
Advancing scientific understanding of climate, improving society’s ability to plan and respond
New research shows that drivers demonstrate complex decision-making when confronted with flooded roadways, rather than simple risk-taking or risk-avoidance behaviors.
Why motorists decide to drive into danger and cross flooded roadways Read More »
The webinar is the first in a series that will explore relevant research and applications topics for the “Managing Water Resources Along the Coast” community of practice sponsored jointly by CPO’s COCA and SARP programs.
CPO to host webinar “Exploring socioeconomic methodologies – cost-benefit and beyond” Read More »
The report will provide a shared understanding of the physical setting of the basin and the latest data, tools and research underpinning the management of Colorado River water resources.
Western Water Assessment releases state of the science report for the Colorado River Read More »
The research shows that eliminating anthropogenic emissions from the City of Boston could also decrease public health mortalities by 288 deaths per year, saving the city $2.4 billion annually.
The workshop sought to simulate the state drought monitoring and response process, identify gaps in existing processes and prioritize follow-up actions, and increase awareness of participants’ roles and responsibilities for drought response and planning within their agencies and organizations.
Carolinas RISA publishes South Carolina Drought Tabletop Workshop Report Read More »
The program aims to strengthen for-profit climate service providers’ competencies for using and building upon the climate data, information, services, and strategies that have been developed primarily by the public and non-profit sectors.
A growing body of climate change attribution science is being used in court to hold actors accountable for inaction in the face of economic and social harm.
The results have useful implications for individuals designing and delivering climate services.
RISA study builds nuanced understanding of climate services user needs Read More »
The conference will empower participants to take action steps focused on climate equity, which ensures that all people have opportunities to influence and benefit from climate resilience-building solutions.
CPO sponsors “2020 Local Solutions: Eastern Climate Preparedness Conference” Program Read More »
The project will help improve National Weather Service (NWS) messaging related to heat health in the U.S.-Mexico transboundary region, and could potentially be extended to other NWS activities beyond the area.
IRAP-funded researchers engage with stakeholders on heat-health messaging Read More »