Shifts in species distributions
The current distribution of tree species is largely determined by climate. Therefore, with continued changes in our climate, the areas where species thrive will be different in 100 years.
Climate Change and Forest Health
Concerns for Forests
Long lived trees are slow to adapt
Increased rates of change are a concern for forests because trees adapt slowly, over long generation times.
Threats that adapt more quickly
Disease-causing organisms and insect pests can adapt to climate change more quickly than trees because of their short life-cycles.
Explore Climate Change Data
Climate Toolbox - Climate Mapper
NASA Climate Change Time Machine
NOAA Global Climate Dashboard
Resources
Forests and Climate Change
Resources for Indigenous Communities
- Tribal Climate Change Project – University of Oregon
- Tribal Vulnerability Assessment Resources – University of Washington Climate Impacts Group
- Tribal Climate Tool – NW Climate Adaptation Science Center
- Climate Change Program – Affiliated Tribes of NW Indians
- Climate Change Resources for Tribes – NAU Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
- Tribal Climate Adaptation Guidebook – Oregon Climate Change Resource Institute
- Climate Change and Indigenous Peoples: a synthesis of current impacts and experiences – USDA General Technical Report PNW-GTR-944
- Guidelines for Considering Traditional Knowledges in Climate Change Initiatives. – Climate and Traditional Knowledges Workgroup (CTKW)
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Climate Adaptation Networks
Educational Resources and Materials
- ClimeTime Resources for Teachers
- Cleannet.org – Guidance in Teaching Climate
- STEM Teaching tools – Addressing controversial science topics in K-12 classroom
- Natural Inquirer – Science education materials for young learners
- Climate Change Resource Center – Learning modules for advanced learners.
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