The series is co-hosted by NIDIS and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National Climate Adaptation Science Center, with expert speakers from the research community, tribal nations, and government agencies.

This four-part webinar series, taking place in February and March, seeks to raise awareness of ecological drought, share actions that strengthen ecosystem resilience and mitigate the impacts of droughts, and discuss research and management needs for future drought planning and preparedness. The series is co-hosted by NIDIS and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National Climate Adaptation Science Center, with expert speakers from the research community, tribal nations, and government agencies.

1. Ecological Drought: An Introduction - Wed, Feb 3, 2021 8:30 - 9:30 AM PST

• Introducing ecological drought as a scientific concept distinct from other definitions of drought, this webinar explores recent research on the topic, including transformational drought impacts and ecological tipping points.
• Speakers:
  • Dr. Shelley Crausbay, Senior Scientist, Conservation Science Partners
  • Dr. Amanda Cravens, Research Social Scientist, USGS
• Register for the Event

2. Ecological Drought: Planning for Resilience - Wed, Feb 17, 2021 10:00 - 11:15 AM PST

• This webinar focuses on planning, restoration, and recovery actions that strengthen ecosystem resilience, mitigate the impacts of natural disasters, and realize co-benefits.
• Speakers:
  • Dr. Jennifer Cartwright, Lower Mississippi-Gulf Water Science Center, USGS
  • Rachel M. Gregg, Senior Scientist, EcoAdapt
  • Hannah Panci, Climate Change Scientist and Robert Croll, Climate Change Program Coordinator, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission
• Register for the Event

3. Ecological Drought: Drought, Wildfire, and Recovery - Wed, Mar 3, 2021 1:00 - 2:00 PM PST

• Drought can exacerbate wildfire frequency, intensity, and severity. This webinar will explore wildfire management approaches based on ecological principles, including those that embed traditional ecological knowledge.
• Speakers:
  • Dr. Jeremy Littell, Research Ecologist, Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center, Department of Interior
  • Bill Tripp, Director of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy for the Karuk Tribe Department of Natural Resources
• Register for the Event

4. Ecological Drought: Impacts on Coastal Ecosystems - Wed, Mar 17, 2021 12:00 - 1:00 PM PST

• This webinar will share recent research on drought impacts to coastal ecosystems and services.
• Speakers:
  • Dr. Kirsten Lackstrom, Research Associate, Carolinas Integrated Sciences & Assessments (a NOAA RISA)
  • Dr. Beth Middleton, Research Ecologist, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center, USGS
  • Dr. Michael Osland, Research Ecologist, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center, USGS
• Register for the Event

Email nidis.program@noaa.gov with Questions

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