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“Equitable Climate resilience” is the ability to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to hazardous events, trends, or disturbances related to climate equitably. The projected climate change impacts that likely would increase the frequency of weather and climate extremes, the paucity of data and information on the interdependent critical infrastructure systems (CIS) network topologies, and the lack of community engagement in the CIS resilience-building decision-making process induce a variety of uncertainties and challenges in advancing the equitable climate resilience of CIS (e.g., energy systems, transportation, food stores, temporary shelters). Specifically, the lack of adequate data and information on the CIS network topologies poses significant challenges to accurately assess the vulnerability of interdependent CIS, which is a crucial component for designing efficient climate-resilient infrastructure systems. Although the challenges of obtaining reliable data on CIS networks and the various dimensions of their interdependencies (i.e., physical, logical, geographical, or cyber interdependencies) are well acknowledged, modeling CIS vulnerability under a scarce and incomplete In this talk, Professor Sayanti Mukherjee, Ph.D. will present the novel approaches and key findings from her research using different case studies that address some of the above-mentioned challenges and issues. The talk will also provide an overview of how social science-informed, data-driven, mathematical modeling approaches can be used in developing human-centric, equity-informed decision frameworks that can be used by the federal and state governments, disaster emergency managers, local governments, and other policymakers to design effective strategies for advancing the equitable climate resilience of the CIS and our communities while accounting for the deep uncertainties of the future. Friday, March 8, 2024 11:20 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. EST 🔗 https://bit.ly/480xy74

“Climate change is presenting new challenges on many fronts—there is no place on Earth that isn’t affected, including the soil beneath our feet. Earth Day offers an opportunity to consider how to prepare for our changing climate, including the challenges posed to national security. The models we’re building are designed to anticipate changes and the impacts they may have on the environment and society, which in turn have an impact on national security.” —Jill M Brandenberger, Climate Security Research Lead 🌎 #EarthDay

🆕 Today, CCS released two new briefers, “Climate Security and Misinformation” & “Geoengineering and Climate Change in an Age of Disinformation and Strategic Competition” Read the briefers as they explore two critical and related #climate security topics: mis- and disinformation, and geoengineering:

The NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration has joined forces with The White House Council on Environmental Quality to update federal agencies Climate Adaptation Plans 👏 🟣 These updates are crucial for enhancing the resilience of facilities and operations against climate impacts.  🟣 By leveraging advanced climate projection data, agencies can better prepare for hazards like extreme heat, flooding, and wildfires. What climate-related hazards are you most concerned about, and what do you think can help mitigate these risks? Let us know in the comments 👇 Read the full article here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eKxDA6vT LuAnn Dahlman, Physical Scientist, Program Manager, NOAA #ClimateAdaptation #Resilience #NOAA #FutureReady #ClimateChange #Carbon #Environment #Resilience

Really excited to share that the U.S. Department of the Interior's new Climate Adaptation Plan, for 2024-2027, is now out! From the Plan: "The Plan builds on the Department’s 2021 Climate Action Plan by quantifying, at a high level, exposure to climate hazards—including extreme heat, extreme precipitation, flooding, wildfire, and sea level rise—that can affect the Department’s ability to meet its mission in the coming years. The impact of the projections is significant—nearly every building and employee will face hotter temperatures and more extreme precipitation events. Sea level rise will affect hundreds of Interior-managed sites, from national parks and wildlife refuges to historic sites. Uncharacteristically severe wildfire already affects millions of acres of lands managed by the Department. In addition, other climate change-influenced drivers of change, such as drought and invasive species, will also affect the natural and cultural resources the Department stewards in the years to come. ... This plan outlines steps for the Department to take through 2027, organized under three overarching themes, that will strengthen its adaptive capacity and resilience: • Understand and assess current and future impacts of climate change on Department assets, mission, operations, and services. This includes improving understanding of key vulnerabilities, pursuing research on climate hazards and stressors, and integrating findings into decision support tools and enterprise-wide planning. • Prioritize and scale adaptation and resilience efforts. This includes implementation of new Department policies, targeted investments in conservation and resilience, wider adoption of NBS, and enhancement of equitable funding opportunities for communities and partners to adapt to climate change. • Build capacity for adaptation within the Department’s workforce and through partnerships. This includes developing new guidance, training, and performance expectations for the Department’s workforce, and continued meaningful engagement and collaboration with communities, including American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated island communities." https://lnkd.in/eAgpiWcY

🌎 In the last six months, the United States has experienced 15 different billion-dollar climate disasters, according to a report from the National Centers for Environmental Information. The recently released Climate Resilience Game Changers Assessment identifies 28 critical technologies, management practices, and institutional and financial tools to address the need for climate resiliency while creating good-paying jobs, improving community well-being, and advancing environmental justice. This assessment emphasizes the need for technologies like Carbon Upcycling that create stronger, more resilient concrete while reducing the carbon footprint of this cornerstone material. Learn more about the Climate Resilience Game Changers Assessment: https://lnkd.in/gFrTm6Un #ClimateResilience #CarbonUpcycling #NetZero #Concrete #ClimateInvestment

The Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine is proud to announce its role in the publication of the first-of-its-kind Climate Resilience Game Changers Assessment by the Biden-Harris Administration. The assessment highlights the innovative technologies, practices, and strategies necessary to combat climate-related threats. These include advanced grid control systems, next-generation desalination, resilience hubs, and predictive analytics, which can transform our approach to climate resilience. By focusing on these game-changing technologies, the assessment aims to drive transformative positive impacts, create good-paying jobs, improve community well-being, and advance environmental justice. Mike Freeman, CEO of the Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine, stated, “We are honored to have been part of this critical assessment. The innovative technologies and strategies identified will not only enhance our climate resilience but also create a more sustainable and equitable future for all communities.” Read the full article by following the link here: https://lnkd.in/g9wJSEfs

New SEC climate disclosure regulations are causing publicly traded companies to react by implementing new workflows to account for environmental risk. This article discusses how ArcGIS can help to mitigate some of the internal effects this will have on your company’s next filing!