Forests
The climate changes expected over the next century will have huge consequences for ecosystems and the benefits they provide, including the provision of wood and fuel, food, temperature and flood regulation, erosion control, recreational and aesthetic value, and species habitat, among others.
Climate changes are likely to affect important ecological processes that will, in turn, affect key natural resources. For example, temperature and precipitation changes could mean that insects, wildfire, invasive plants, and forest diseases will become more frequent in some areas of the country. The emissions that cause climate change also lead to air quality problems that put additional stress on trees.
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Adaptation Actions for Mixedwood Forests in New England and New York
Many management actions are available to help land managers respond to climate change impacts on mixedwood forests in…
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Coconino and Kaibab National Forests Joint Climate Change Adaptation Strategy Workshop
Tackling Climate Adaptation in the Forest Service: Coconino and Kaibab National Forests Join Forces for a Climate…
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Climate Change and Recreation on Public Lands in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington
A summary of climate change effects on recreation in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, and relevant adaptation options.
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The Oregon Post-Fire Research and Monitoring Collaborative
The Collaborative coordinates research and monitoring efforts and creates valuable resources to share relevant post-…
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Adaptation Actions for Northern Hardwood Forests in New England and New York
Many management actions are available to help land managers respond to climate change impacts on northern hardwood…
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Adaptation Management Strategies for Northern Forest Ecosystems in New England and New York
This guide aims to help managers identify potential adaptation management actions in northern hardwood, mixedwood, and…
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Michigan Forest Vulnerability Assessment
This assessment describes current and future climate change conditions and the projected impact on Michigan's…
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Forest Ecosystem Vulnerability Assessment and Synthesis for Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan
An assessment of current and future climate change conditions and the projected impact on forest ecosystems in northern…
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Minnesota Forest Ecosystem Vulnerability Assessment and Synthesis
This assessment describes current and future climate change conditions and the projected impact on northern Minnesota…