Climate change in the United States
A Climate Adaptation Strategy for Conservation and Management of Yellowcedar in Alaska
This report presents a conservation and management strategy for yellow-cedar in Alaska in the context of climate change. Specific management considerations are presented regionally and for 33 separate geographic zones where yellow-cedar grows in coastal Alaska.
Climate Change and Forest Trees in the Pacific Northwest – Guide to Vulnerability Assessment Methodology
This guide provides a step-by-step description of the methodology used to apply the Forest Tree Genetic Risk Assessment System (ForGRAS) to the tree species of the Pacific Northwest in a recent climate change vulnerability assessment.
Drivers of Change in U.S. Forests and Forestry Over the Next 20 Years
This report explores eight drivers of change expected to influence forests and forestry in the United States over the next 20 years. Climate and associated climate change as a driver of change is explored in this report. The drivers were identified through a review of strategic foresight literature and projects, the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station horizon scanning system, and iterative brainstorming by the Forest Service’s Northern Research Station Strategic Foresight Group and partners.
Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation in the Northern Rocky Mountains: Part 2
U.S. Forest Service scientists, resource managers, and stakeholders worked together over 2 years to conduct a state-of-science climate change vulnerability assessment and develop adaptation options for national forests and national parks in the Northern Rockies region.
Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation in the Northern Rocky Mountains Part 1
U.S. Forest Service scientists, resource managers, and stakeholders worked together over 2 years to conduct a state-of-science climate change vulnerability assessment and develop adaptation options for national forests and national parks in the Northern Rockies region.
Helping your Woodland Adapt to a Changing Climate
Your woods are always changing and adapting as they grow and mature, or regrow after agricultural abandonment, natural disturbances, or harvesting activities. Events like storms, droughts, insect and disease outbreaks, or other stressors can damage trees or slow their growth. A changing climate may make your woods more susceptible to the problems these events can cause.