Interested in the work happening at the University of Washington and beyond to address climate change and other large-scale environmental challenges? The UW EarthLab All-Hands Showcase is your opportunity to attend virtual lightning talks from more than 20 professionals all working toward a healthier, more sustainable future. Six scientists from the Climate Impacts Group and the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center are among those presenting. The Showcase will take place Tuesday, May 26, 1–3 p.m., via the video-conferencing platform Zoom.

EarthLab brings together University of Washington expertise to address large-scale environmental challenges, making a positive impact on people’s lives and livelihoods. The Climate Impacts Group and Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center are two of many member organizations and affiliates of EarthLab.

EARTHLAB ALL-HANDS SHOWCASE:

REIMAGINING OUR WORLD’S FUTURE TOGETHER

Tuesday, May 26, 1–3 p.m.

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Amy Snover, CIG director & NW CASC university director, will discuss the work of Climate Impacts Group and the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center;

Meade Krosby, CIG senior scientist & NW CASC university deputy director, will discuss work to prepare for the impacts of climate change on biodiversity across Washington and British Columbia’s Cascade region;

Guillaume Mauger, CIG research scientist, will discuss floodplain management in Washington state;

Harriet Morgan, CIG researcher, will highlight an exciting, regional example of adaptation to sea level rise with the design of a coastal park;

Heidi Roop, CIG lead scientist for science communication, will present work to create accessible, usable visualizations of sea level rise data;

Mary Ann Rozance, NW CASC postdoctoral fellow, will discuss the Center’s training programs for graduate students.