Climate change can have an array of negative mental health effects, particularly on vulnerable populations. However, there are available methods for cultivating resilience.

Drought affects agriculture, forests, rangelands, and people throughout the Northwest with increasing frequency and intensity due to climate change.

As ocean temperatures rise and sea ice declines, intense storms are likely to have a more significant impact on western Alaska’s coastal communities.

Atmospheric rivers are an important source of water, but they may cause more damage with climate change.

A summary of current and expected impacts due to climate change in the Northwest.

The 2021 heat dome caused record-breaking temperatures in the Northwest. Climate change increases the likelihood of heat waves like this.

Examination of changes in water dynamics, the resulting consequences for ecosystems and people, and management options for adapting to changing conditions.

Ranchers in the Northwest are accustomed to water limitations on pastures, so obtaining current information and outlooks is essential to managing livestock especially in water-limited areas.

Understanding current weather and climate is important to supporting sustainable timber production in the Northwest. The Northwest Climate Hub works to support use of current and projected…