National Climate Adaptation Science Center

National Climate Adaptation Science Center
Type:	Research and Development Agencies
Parent organization:	United States Geological Survey (USGS)
Employees:
Executive:	Chief
Budget:
Address:	12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20192
Website:	https://www.usgs.gov/programs/climate-adaptation-science-centers/national-casc
Creation Legislation:
Wikipedia:	National Climate Adaptation Science Center

National Climate Adaptation Science Center

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Mission
The National Climate Adaptation Science Center (National CASC) is dedicated to delivering science to help fish, wildlife, water, land, and people adapt to a changing climate. Its mission involves providing scientific information and tools for natural resource managers to address climate change impacts.

Services
Climate impact research; Vulnerability assessments; Decision support tools; Science synthesis

Regulations

The National Climate Adaptation Science Center (National CASC) is part of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and leads a network of regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers. It focuses on providing actionable science to help manage the effects of climate change on natural and cultural resources across the United States.

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Mission

National CASC's mission is to conduct and coordinate climate change research to support resource managers in making informed decisions. It aims to deliver science that can be used to understand climate impacts, assess vulnerabilities, and develop adaptation strategies for ecosystems, species, and communities.

Parent organization

The parent organization is the United States Geological Survey (USGS). National CASC works in tandem with the nine regional CASCs to provide a comprehensive approach to climate adaptation science.

Legislation

While there's no specific legislation for National CASC, it was established under the broader mandate of the USGS to respond to climate change challenges, with funding authorized through various appropriations.

Partners

National CASC collaborates with: - Federal agencies like the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service - State natural resource agencies - Tribal Nations - Universities and research institutions

Number of employees

The specific number of employees at National CASC isn't publicly detailed, but it operates with a team of scientists, managers, and administrative staff.

Organization structure

Chief of the National CASC directs the center's activities.
Science Team conducts and coordinates research across regions.
Coordination and Management Team handles administrative and partnership activities.
Regional CASCs are managed under National CASC's oversight, focusing on regional issues.

List of programs

National Synthesis Projects
Cross-CASC Initiatives
Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Climate Adaptation Technical Services (CATS)

Last total enacted budget

The budget for National CASC specifically isn't publicly disclosed; it's funded through the USGS's budget allocations for climate science.

Leader

The leader of the National CASC is titled **Chief**.

Services provided

National CASC provides services like climate change impact assessments, vulnerability studies, decision support tools, and training on climate adaptation. It synthesizes science to inform policy and management practices across various scales.

Regulations overseen

National CASC does not oversee regulations but informs policy through its scientific research and by working with agencies that do regulate.

Headquarters address

12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20192

Website

https://www.usgs.gov/programs/climate-adaptation-science-centers/national-casc

Wikipedia article

There is no direct Wikipedia article for National CASC, but information can be found under:

wikipedia:Climate Adaptation Science Centers

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