Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center
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Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (NW CASC) is one of nine regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers managed by the U.S. Geological Survey, focused on providing scientific knowledge for climate adaptation in Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and surrounding river basins. Hosted by the University of Washington, it engages a consortium of universities and tribal partners to support resource management.
Mission
The mission of the NW CASC is to produce and disseminate actionable science that supports decision-making for natural and cultural resource managers as they confront climate change. This involves research collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and the development of practical tools and strategies for adaptation.
Parent organization
The NW CASC operates under the U.S. Geological Survey, a part of the U.S. Department of the Interior, dedicated to research to support the nation's natural resources and environmental health.
Legislation
The establishment of the NW CASC falls under the mandate of the U.S. Geological Survey, but no specific legislation for its creation is detailed in the search results.
Number of employees
The number of employees for the NW CASC is not specified in the search results.
Organization structure
The structure of the NW CASC includes:
- University Director at the University of Washington.
- USGS Director managing the federal side of the Center.
- Consortium University Leads from partner institutions like Boise State University, Oregon State University, and others.
- Research Fellows who work on projects that support adaptation science.
List of programs
- Research Fellowship Program
- Faculty Fellowship Program
- Tribal Climate Resilience Program
- Science Communication and Outreach
Last total enacted budget
The specific budget for the NW CASC isn't provided in the search results.
Leader
Dr. Meade Krosby serves as the University Director, while Dr. Nicole DeCrappeo is the USGS Director for the NW CASC.
Services provided
NW CASC provides services including funding and supporting research projects, developing climate adaptation tools, training new scientists in actionable science, and facilitating communication between researchers and resource managers. They also focus on engaging with tribal communities to ensure culturally relevant adaptation strategies.
Regulations overseen
The NW CASC does not oversee regulations but supports compliance with environmental policies through its research and science dissemination.
Headquarters address
3716 Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105, USA (University of Washington)
Website
Wikipedia article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center, but it might be referenced under "Climate Adaptation Science Centers" or "U.S. Geological Survey."