Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

Application of Climate Change and Exosystem Services Science and Data to Forest Planning

Project ID: 20-JV-11261944-078

Federal Agency: U.S. Forest Service

Partner Institution: Portland State University

Fiscal Year: 2020

Initial Funding: $173,841

Total Funding: $173,841

Principal Investigator: Chang, Heejun

Principal Investigator: Lucash, Melissa

Agreement Technical Representative: Gravenmier, Becky

Abstract: The purpose of this agreement is to document the cooperation between the
parties to provide resources and tools for climate-smart NEPA, support the assessment of
climate change vulnerabilities and the development of adaptation strategies at a subregional level throughout US Forest Service’s Pacific Northwest region. The work
products will help educate and inform land managers, partners, and the public about
potential climate change impacts, vulnerabilities, potential adaptation actions and
assessment of ecosystem services.