News
Transformation of Sagebrush Ecosystems
As part of the Rapid Climate Assessment Program (RCAP), Katie Bardsley worked with a team at the NC CASC to understand ecological transformation of sagebrush ecosystems in the states of Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana. Here is her blog on sagebrush ecosystems.
Climate Scenarios Workflow - Now Available
NC CASC scientists recently worked with Katherine Hegewisch (the developer of Climate Toolbox) to put together a Climate Scenarios Workflow. This is meant to guide users/practitioners on how to use different tools available in Climate Toolbox.
Postdoc Position Available at NC CASC
We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Social Science or Ecology with a background in decision science to inform management of invasive species in the Northern Great Plains.
New Publication on Riparian Refugia
A new research paper, featuring USGS and NC CASC scientists, is now out, using projected climate conditions to map future riparian refugia. Identifying areas likely to remain insulated from climate change and sustain biodiversity and ecological function (known as climate refugia) is crucial for climate adaptation planning.
James Rattling Leaf, Sr. gives Keystone Address for National Hazards Research and Applications Workshop
On July 15, James Rattling Leaf, Sr. gave the Keynote Address at the 49th Annual Natural Hazards Research and Applications Workshop by the Natural Hazards Center and University of Colorado Boulder.
Applications now open for the FY 2024 Tribal Climate Resilience Annual Awards Program
The Bureau of Indian Affairs' Branch of Tribal Climate Resilience will be providing over $120 million for FY 2024 for recognized Tribal Nations and authorized Tribal organizations to "address current and future climate change impacts."
New Publication: "Drought as an emergent driver of ecological transformation in the twenty-first century.”
Several NC CASC scientists are authors on a new paper about drought and ecosystem transformation.
May/June 2024 newsletter - now out!
Learn more about what's been going on at the Center the last couple of months, from a new Spotlight Story on the Rapid Climate Assessment Program, to our attendance at the CIRES Rendezvous.
Update from the Central Grassland Bird Working Group
The Central Grassland Bird Working Group, hosted by the Central Grasslands Roadmap project, aims to create multi-disciplinary data products and tools to support and inform conservation efforts for grassland birds. Dr. Imtiaz Rangwala (NC CASC Climate Science Lead) is a member of this working group; check out their recent newsletter here!
NC CASC Scientists and Partners Speaking at North American Congress for Conservation Biology
The North American Congress for Conservation Biology’s 2024 conference will take place from June 23-28 in Vancouver, BC - and several NC CASC scientists and partners have been involved in organizing a conference symposium session.