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Apr 16 Publications, Science, Spotlights

New NW CASC Synthesis Explores the Effects of Climate Change on Invasive Species in the Northwest

There is growing concern that changing climate conditions will amplify the negative impacts of non-native invasive species and facilitate their expansion. Despite the potential ecological and economic impacts of invasive species expansions in the Northwest, there has been no comprehensive synthesis on climate change effects on invasive species – until now.

Smoke billows from a forested ridge during the 2017 Ibex Fire

Apr 1 Publications, Science

NW CASC Study Synthesizes What Climate Change Means for Northwest Wildfires

Recent years have brought unusually large and damaging wildfires to the Pacific Northwest, leaving many people wondering what this means for our region’s future. A University of Washington study, funded by the NW CASC and US Forest Service, takes a big-picture look at what climate change could mean for wildfires in the Northwest.

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Aerial view of narrow strip of land lined by homes between Pacific Ocean and Tillamook Bay

Mar 31 Events, Science, People

NW CASC University Director to Give Livecast Briefing on Linking Science and Action for Environmental and Energy Study Institute’s Climate Adaptation Data Week

NW CASC University Director Dr. Amy Snover will be giving a Livecast lunchtime briefing for Congressional staff and the broader community sponsored by the non-partisan Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) on Thursday, April 16th at 9 AM (PT).

Aerial view of Detroit Dam, Detroit Oregon

Feb 28 Events, Science

Upcoming UW Panel Event on Science Communication

What is the value of scientists communicating about their own research? How can scientists best partner with communications professionals? University of Washington (UW) Climate Impacts Group and Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center Director Amy Snover, along with several other UW experts, will discuss these questions and more at a UW College of the Environment panel on Wednesday, March 4, 2020.

Plumes of black smoke and fire consume a forested hillside

Feb 6 Publications, Science, Spotlights

New NW CASC-funded Synthesis Explores the Effects of Changing Climate Conditions on Wildfires and Forests of the Northwest

Forests are an iconic feature of Northwest landscapes. From dense forests of towering conifers in the west to ponderosa pine forests in the east, these ecosystems provide water, wildlife habitat, timber, recreation and other benefits.

Person stands on top of a ridge overlooking the mountains at sunrise. The clouds and sky are bright pink with hues of yellow and gold.

Jan 14 Announcements, Science, Opportunity

NW CASC Funding Opportunity! 2020-21 Research Fellowship Program

The Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center (NW CASC) invites proposals for its 2020-2021 Research Fellowship Program from graduate students at University of Washington (UW), Boise State University (BSU), Oregon State University (OSU), University of Montana (UM), Washington State University (WSU) and Western Washington University (WWU) and postdoctoral scholars at BSU, OSU, UM, WSU and WWU (this Fellowship cannot support postdocs at UW).

UW student sits in front of the water as the sun sets

Jan 13 Partners, Science, Opportunity

Opportunity to Host Summer Interns through the UW Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program

Are you a natural resource organization in Washington doing on-the-ground conservation? Do you have the capacity to host a team of interns this summer? The Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center is partnering with the University of Washington Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program (DDCSP) to help support internship placements for summer 2020.

Dec 17 Science, People

NW CASC’s Meade Krosby Recognized with Wilburforce Conservation Leadership Award

Meade Krosby, University Deputy Director at the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center and Senior Scientist at the University of Washington’s Climate Impacts Group, has received this year’s Wilburforce Conservation Leadership Award!

Dec 11 Partners, Science, Opportunity

Application Period Open for National Science to Action Fellowship Program

We are excited to announce the opportunity to apply for a Science to Action Fellowship, provided through the USGS National Climate Adaptation Science Center (NCASC). This program supports Master’s and Doctoral Students in directly applying scientific research related to climate change impacts on fish, wildlife or ecosystems to decision-making about natural resources.

Dec 9 Publications, Science, Spotlights

NW CASC Research Provides New Synthesis on Ecological Drought in the Northwest

As the climate changes in the Northwest, increasing temperatures and changing precipitation patterns are expected to significantly alter our annual snowpack, stream flows and water availability. Along with these changes comes an increased risk of ecological drought, or periods of water stress that significantly impact species, habitats, ecosystems and the services they provide.