Understanding Historical Changes in the Flow of the Colorado River; Boulder, Colorado, 24–25 September 2018
Climate impacts
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How Will Melting Glaciers Affect Streamflow?
High-resolution modeling of summertime streamflow in the Pacific Northwest reveals the effects of glacial retreat on streamflow will vary by elevation.
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Advancing Climate Science and Response for Caribbean Islands
Meeting of the Caribbean Climate Modelling Consortium; Kingston, Jamaica, 25 July 2018
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When Environmental Forces Collide
Multiple factors often interact to amplify the effects of severe storms, droughts, and other extreme water-related events.
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The Benefits and Vulnerabilities of a Warming Europe
Scientists evaluate the economic and environmental impacts of a warmer climate on European countries, finding a range of effects on tourism, electricity demand, and ecosystem production.
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Sea Level Rise May Swamp Many Coastal U.S. Sewage Plants
Cities typically build wastewater treatment facilities in low-lying areas. A new national study identifies which plants are most vulnerable to coastal flooding.
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Preparing for the Future: Climate Products and Models for India
Kick-off Workshop of Indo-Norwegian Project PREPARE; Bergen, Norway, 27–31 March 2017
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Aquatic Ecosystems in a Changing Climate
Chapman Conference on Extreme Climate Event Impacts on Aquatic Biogeochemical Cycles and Fluxes; San Juan, Puerto Rico, 22–27 January 2017
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The Future of Earth Looks Drier…but Just How Dry?
New analysis of soil moisture projections from climate models could help resolve a discrepancy between expected increases in aridity and precipitation over land.