North Central Climate Adaptation Science Center
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North Central Climate Adaptation Science Center (NC CASC) is one of nine regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers (CASCs) in the United States, managed by the U.S. Geological Survey. Its focus is on producing science to aid in the adaptation of fish, wildlife, ecosystems, and human communities to climate change within the states of Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Kansas, and Nebraska.
Mission
The NC CASC supports resource managers by generating actionable science tailored to the unique climate challenges of the North Central region. Through partnerships, it provides scientific research, tools, and technical assistance to help these managers anticipate, monitor, and adapt to climate change, ensuring the resilience of both natural and cultural resources.
Parent organization
The NC CASC is part of the U.S. Geological Survey, which is itself under the U.S. Department of the Interior. This parent organization oversees a broad range of scientific research and information services related to natural resources, hazards, and environmental health.
Legislation
The NC CASC was established under the purview of the U.S. Geological Survey, but specific legislation authorizing its creation was not explicitly mentioned in the search results provided.
Number of employees
The number of employees for the NC CASC is not specified in the provided search results.
Organization structure
The NC CASC includes:
- Actionable Science Lead managing research projects that directly support adaptation strategies.
- Climate Scientists who focus on climate data analysis and modeling.
- Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison facilitating communication and collaboration with Tribal Nations.
- Stakeholder Engagement Specialist ensuring that research aligns with stakeholder needs.
List of programs
- USGS-Directed Research Funding
- Tribal Climate Leaders Program
- Rapid Climate Assessment Program (RCAP)
- Climate Adaptation Postdoctoral Fellowship
Last total enacted budget
The specific budget details for the NC CASC are not provided in the search results.
Leader
Molly Cross serves as the Regional Administrator for the NC CASC.
Services provided
The NC CASC provides services including research on climate impacts, development of adaptation strategies, capacity building through educational and training programs, stakeholder engagement, and the dissemination of climate science through various media like webinars, newsletters, and social platforms.
Regulations overseen
As a research and advisory center rather than a regulatory body, the NC CASC does not oversee regulations but supports compliance with environmental laws through its science.
Headquarters address
The headquarters address is not publicly listed in the search results provided.
Website
Wikipedia article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for the North Central Climate Adaptation Science Center; however, it might be mentioned under broader topics like "Climate Adaptation Science Centers" or "U.S. Geological Survey."