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The '''Midwestern Regional Climate Center (MRCC)''' is one of six Regional Climate Centers in the U.S., providing climate data, tools, and services for the nine-state Midwest region, focusing on agriculture and water resources. | The '''Midwestern Regional Climate Center (MRCC)''' is one of six [[Regional Climate Centers]] in the U.S., providing climate data, tools, and services for the nine-state Midwest region, focusing on agriculture and water resources. | ||
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Latest revision as of 21:42, 20 December 2024
The Midwestern Regional Climate Center (MRCC) is one of six Regional Climate Centers in the U.S., providing climate data, tools, and services for the nine-state Midwest region, focusing on agriculture and water resources.
Goals
- Deliver high-quality climate data and information tailored to the Midwest.
- Enhance understanding of climate variability and change impacts.
- Provide decision support tools for agriculture, water resources, and other sectors.
Sponsor
Creation
Originally established in 1982 at the University of Illinois, the MRCC moved to Purdue University in 2021. It operates under NOAA's mandate for regional climate services, without specific legislation cited for its creation.
Funding
The MRCC received $3.1 million in federal base funding for its transition to Purdue University in 2021. Ongoing funding details are not publicly specified but are part of NOAA's annual appropriations.
Leadership
The title of the leader of the program is Director.
Website
Social Media Accounts
Wikipedia Article
wikipedia:Midwestern Regional Climate Center