Identifying and Evaluating Refugia from Drought and Climate Change in the Pacific Northwest
Project ID: G16AC00434
Federal Agency: U.S. Geological Survey
Partner Institution: University of Washington
Fiscal Year: 2016
Initial Funding: $137,395
Total Funding: $137,395
Project Type: Technical Assistance
Project Disciplines: Biological
Principal Investigator: Lawler, Joshua
Agreement Technical Representative: Cartwright, Jennifer
Abstract: The objectives of this project are to:
1. Identify and map macro-scale from regional changes in temperature and hydrologic conditions (i.e. drought), using a diverse set of existing data (climate projections, topography, hydrology, soil characteristics, and remotely sensed data).
2. Explore spatial and ecological overlaps and differences between various kinds of refugia (e.g. from temperature change, drought, and wildfire1) to produce a useful synthesis for natural resource managers.