Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center

Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center Type: Government Parent organization: U.S. Geological Survey Employees: Executive: Dr. Stephanie McAfee, Regional Administrator Budget: Address: 1118 E. Fourth St., Room 223, Tucson, AZ 85721, USA Website: https://www.swcasc.arizona.edu Creation Legislation: Wikipedia: Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center

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Mission Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (SW CASC) strives to deliver actionable science that supports natural and cultural resource managers in adapting to climate change. It focuses on maintaining and enhancing the resilience of ecosystems, communities, and cultures in the Southwestern U.S.

Services Research; Partnerships; Education; Technical Assistance

Regulations

Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (SW CASC) is one of nine regional Climate Adaptation Science Centers (CASCs) managed by the U.S. Geological Survey, focusing on climate change adaptation in the Southwestern United States, including Arizona, Utah, California, and Nevada.

It works collaboratively with a consortium of academic institutions to provide scientific information for effective climate adaptation.

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Mission

The mission of the SW CASC is to support natural and cultural resource managers with scientific research, tools, and techniques needed to anticipate, monitor, and adapt to climate change impacts. The center is committed to fostering partnerships that lead to resilient ecosystems, communities, and cultures amidst changing climatic conditions.

Parent organization

The SW CASC is part of the U.S. Geological Survey, a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Interior, which conducts scientific research to understand and manage the nation's natural resources.

Legislation

The SW CASC was established under the umbrella of the U.S. Geological Survey, but specific legislation for its creation isn't detailed in the provided search results.

Number of employees

The number of employees at the SW CASC is not specified in the search results provided.

Organization structure

The SW CASC's structure includes:

• University Director overseeing academic collaborations.
• Federal Regional Administrator managing the USGS side of operations.
• Tribal Liaisons to engage with and support Native American communities.
• Research Scientists focusing on climate science, hydroclimate, and ecological responses.

List of programs

• Natural Resource Workforce Development Fellowship
• Southwest Adaptation Forum
• Southwest Fire and Climate Adaptation Partnership (SWFireCAP)
• Tribal Climate Adaptation Science Programs

Last total enacted budget

The specific budget details for the SW CASC are not provided in the search results.

Leader

Dr. Stephanie McAfee is the Regional Administrator for the Southwest CASC.

Services provided

The SW CASC provides research support, develops partnerships to produce actionable science, offers educational outreach, and gives technical assistance to help stakeholders adapt to climate change. It engages with diverse stakeholders, including tribal communities, to ensure that its science is applicable and beneficial.

Regulations overseen

As a research and advisory center, the SW CASC does not oversee regulations but aids in the application of environmental laws through its scientific outputs.

Headquarters address

1118 E. Fourth St., Room 223, Tucson, AZ 85721, USA

Website

https://www.swcasc.arizona.edu

Wikipedia article

There is no dedicated Wikipedia article for the Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center, but it might be mentioned under broader topics like "Climate Adaptation Science Centers" or "U.S. Geological Survey."