When we first assembled the conceptual framework for StormSmart Coasts back in 2006, we made a deliberate decision to not focus on ecological and habitat issues. This wasn’t because we didn’t think these topics were important—clearly they were and are—but because we wanted to really zero in on hazards without getting entangled on all the complexities that come with what are broadly considered “environmental” issues.
Each year, though, there’s more evidence on how critical natural features are for protecting people and property, especially with regards to sea level rise, and I think it’s time to reevaluate what we emphasize on the StormSmart sites.
In that vein, we’d like to redirect your eyes over to the new “Conserving Coastal Wetlands for Sea Level Rise Adaptation” site brought to you by the folks over at NOAA Coastal Services Center. It aims to help communities understand, identify, prioritize, and then protect/restore appropriate wetlands. Like everything released from the CSC, it’s a quality product. It’s approachable. It’s good. And, “environmental” or not, it’s worth a look if you’re in one of the many coastal communities with wetlands.
Website: Conserving Coastal Wetlands for Sea Level Rise Adaptation
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Tags: climate change, publications, sea level rise, weather & climate
Lauren Long Says:
I wanted to share with folks a great opportunity for funding! The deadline for proposals is April 29th, so a quick turnaround. The opportunity is for implementing conservation for climate adaptation (related to the website posted above).
Description:
With funding provided by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), the WCS Climate Adaptation Fund will provide up to $2 million in competitive grants in 2011. Grants will be 1-2 years in length. Awards will be made to non-profit conservation organizations for applied, on-the-ground projects focused on implementing priority conservation actions for climate adaptation at a landscape scale.
WCS Wildlife Adaptation Details