America Adapts the Climate Change Podcast

A changing climate presents humanity with only one option: adapt. Join your host, Doug Parsons for America's leading podcast on climate change - America Adapts! Each episode, Doug sits down with scientists, activists, policymakers, and journalists to discuss the tough questions facing this country and the world as we confront humanity's greatest challenge. Question your assumptions, refresh your perspective, and become part of the climate movement that will determine our planet's future, right here on the America Adapts podcast.

Fixing FEMA, Fixing HUD: A Former Insider on Disaster Recovery and Climate Adaptation 06/15/2025

Fixing FEMA, Fixing HUD: A Former Insider on Disaster Recovery and Climate Adaptation In episode of , host Doug Parsons speaks with , a nationally recognized leader in disaster recovery, resilience, and climate adaptation. With senior roles at FEMA and HUD during the Biden-Harris Administration—and a pivotal role in Louisiana’s post-Katrina recovery—Robin brings unmatched insight into how federal recovery systems work, and more importantly, how they fail. As the current administration actively undermines the government’s ability to prepare for and respond to climate disasters, Robin offers a frank assessment of what’s at stake and what a truly equitable, climate-ready recovery system should look like. She also shares lessons from her time on the frontlines and how she’s now helping communities adapt before the next crisis hits. It’s a great episode focusing on community adaptation! Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: President Trump appoints new members to FEMA Review Council Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/37014515

What’s Brewing at America Adapts? Updates, Travels, and What’s Coming Next 06/02/2025

What’s Brewing at America Adapts? Updates, Travels, and What’s Coming Next In this short solo episode of , host Doug Parsons shares some behind-the-scenes updates on America Adapts. Doug reflects on the recent all-Spanish episode in partnership with World Wildlife Fund, recaps his visit to the Climate Connect conference in DC, and previews upcoming guests like Robin Keegan and Laurie Schoeman. He also shares details about his summer travels to the Managed Retreat Conference in New York and the Schoodic Institute in Maine. Plus, hear about an exciting new podcast series with the CO2 Foundation, a shoutout to professors planning their fall courses, and a quick reminder that Doug is available for speaking engagements. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Climate Connect Conference Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/36826255

ManglarIA: Salvando la naturaleza con inteligencia artificial. Cómo WWF utiliza la IA para ayudar a los manglares a adaptarse 05/20/2025

ManglarIA: Salvando la naturaleza con inteligencia artificial. Cómo WWF utiliza la IA para ayudar a los manglares a adaptarse En el episodio 229 de , presentamos una edición especial del pódcast: nuestro primer episodio completamente en español. Este es un hito emocionante, ya que ampliamos el alcance del programa para llegar a audiencias hispanohablantes en todo el mundo. Este episodio retoma el trabajo innovador de la iniciativa ManglarIA del Fondo Mundial para la Naturaleza (WWF, por sus siglas en inglés), que en español significa “IA para los manglares”, un proyecto apoyado por Google.org, el brazo filantrópico de Google. La versión original en inglés de este episodio está disponible . ManglarIA utiliza tecnología de punta —incluyendo inteligencia artificial, sensores y drones— para comprender mejor cómo los ecosistemas de manglares, y las comunidades que dependen de ellos, se ven afectados por el cambio climático. La iniciativa tiene lugar en la península de Yucatán, en México, y ejemplifica el papel cada vez más importante de la tecnología innovadora en los esfuerzos de adaptación climática. En esta versión, escucharán directamente a tres expertos de WWF: Alejandra Calzada, Nicole Chabaneix y Gonzalo Sanson. Ellos comparten cómo la combinación de inteligencia artificial con el conocimiento local está ayudando a proteger ecosistemas críticos y a fortalecer la resiliencia de las comunidades. También nos complace señalar que el anfitrión, Doug Parsons, participa en algunas de las entrevistas —en español— por lo que agradecemos su comprensión mientras asume el reto de hacer el programa más accesible. Gracias a WWF México por colaborar con America Adapts en este episodio especial. Transcripción de este episodio disponible . Expertos en este episodio: , Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator, World Wildlife Fund – Mexico - Sr. Specialist | Climate Adaptation & Resilience, World Wildlife Fund , Coastal Ecosystems Senior Officer, World Wildlife Fund - Mexico Consulte el kit de prensa America Adapts Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: Recursos y enlaces en este episodio: ManglarIA: Using artificial intelligence to save mangroves in a changing climate Weather Station in Rio Lagartos, Mexico Google Environmental Report 2024 WWF Environment and Disaster Management Program WWF US Global Mangrove Alliance: Versión en inglés de este episodio disponible . Podcast Music produce by ProductionsÚnete a la . Executive Producer Puede contactar a Doug en americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/36645265

Dismantling F.E.M.A. : The Unmaking of Federal Climate Resilience from the Inside Out with Victoria Salinas 05/05/2025

Dismantling F.E.M.A. : The Unmaking of Federal Climate Resilience from the Inside Out with Victoria Salinas In episode of , host Doug Parsons speaks with , Senior Fellow at the Climate Resilience Institute at the University of Miami and former Deputy Administrator for Resilience at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Biden administration. Victoria shares her journey into federal service, including her decision to join FEMA at a critical juncture for the agency. She reflects on FEMA’s traditionally reactive role and her efforts to reshape it into a more proactive force for community resilience—breaking down silos, emphasizing equity, and building a culture focused on climate risk reduction. The conversation explores key programs from her portfolio, including the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program, with a focus on supporting underserved communities and using data to target resources where they are needed most. She addresses the current political climate and discusses the dismantling of climate adaptation programs at FEMA. Despite her concern over recent setbacks, she offers a hopeful message for public servants, emphasizing the enduring value of service, equity, and innovation in climate resilience. This episode is a timely and candid reflection on what’s at stake for climate adaptation in the United States—and what it will take to keep resilience on the national agenda. Transcript available . Victoria Salinas Quotes: "My kind of reflection on this has been that, firstly, I had believed, and I think we're finding out wrongly, that disaster management and helping people basically reducing human suffering caused by disasters, I thought that was apolitical, right? Like that it would transcend political spectrums. And because they're dismantling so many of the programs that are aimed at reducing disaster risk, unfortunately, as you've seen, FEMA has become hyper-politicized." “We’re not just funding infrastructure — we’re funding trust. When we partner with communities early, we build the kind of trust that saves lives when a crisis hits.” “You can have the best resilience policy on paper, but if it doesn’t survive a change in administration, it’s not really resilient.” Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: President Trump appoints new members to FEMA Review Council Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/36447010

The Wild, Wild West of Climate Modeling…Just Got Wilder 04/12/2025

The Wild, Wild West of Climate Modeling…Just Got Wilder In episode of , we are re-releasing one of the more popular episodes of the podcast — my interview with , a law professor at Boston University. In our original conversation, we explored the critical role climate modeling plays in climate adaptation, including: what climate models can — and can’t — do; the concept of the “climate industrial complex”; legal liability for inaccurate climate projections and the role of climate analytics firms like First Street Foundation. When this episode first aired, there was still a general assumption that the federal government would continue to support the vast public infrastructure behind climate data and modeling. That assumption no longer holds. Federal agencies are now actively dismantling the systems that deliver open, accessible climate data — a dangerous retreat from a public good relied on by scientists, communities, and the private sector alike. Following the original interview, we’ve added a brand-new interview with Madison to reflect on what’s changed, what we’re at risk of losing with the federal pullback, and why this shift toward privatized climate data should concern all of us. If you’ve already heard the original episode and want to jump straight to the new conversation, it begins around the 58 minute mark. Topics covered in original interview: The Federal Reserve “is a climate laggard.” What are climate models and what can and can’t they do? What is the “climate industrial complex”? How right, is “right” enough when it comes to climate models? Could climate analytic/modeling companies be held liable for bad projections? The role of climate analytic groups like First Street Foundation. Do we need a “National Climate Service” to provide basic climate data? Do adaptation planners understand the role of climate models in their work? Transcript of original interview with Madison available . Transcript of second, recent interview with Madison available . Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/https://www.linkedin.com/in/madisoncondon/ https://bsky.app/profile/americaadapts.bsky.social Links in this episode: Climate Services: The Business of Physical Risk Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/36110440

Foundations and Transformational Climate Adaptation: A Roadmap for Funders 03/31/2025

Foundations and Transformational Climate Adaptation: A Roadmap for Funders In episode of , , a world leading expert in climate adaptation returns to discuss a new report she’s co-authored, . We explore how adaptation strategies have evolved—and why we need to shift from incremental approaches to truly transformational action. Susi makes a compelling case for “multisolving”—tackling climate, social, and economic challenges together—and outlines the urgent need for better coordination, deeper investment, and a more justice-oriented approach to resilience. We talk about the funding gaps holding this work back, the untapped role of the private sector, and why foundations have a unique opportunity to lead especially considering the massive pull back on climate action from the federal government. We also dig into something that is often overlooked: communication. Susi and I talk about why effective outreach and engagement are not just extras—they’re core to successful adaptation, and they need to be funded accordingly. If you’re working in or funding climate adaptation, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Transcript of conversation available . Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: The Tasks of Now: Toward a New Era in Climate Resilience Building Previous Adaptation report mentioned by Susanne Moser in episode: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/35949010

Climate Change, Real Estate, and Adaptation: Why Flood Disclosure Matters with NRDC 03/17/2025

Climate Change, Real Estate, and Adaptation: Why Flood Disclosure Matters with NRDC In episode of , we explore flood risk disclosure—a simple yet powerful climate adaptation tool that helps homebuyers avoid financial disaster while building more resilient communities. As climate change worsens flooding and federal support for resilience efforts declines, some states are stepping up with smart policies to protect homeowners before disaster strikes. I’m joined by from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) to discuss the push for stronger flood disclosure laws, plus a homeowner who learned the hard way what happens when flood risks aren’t disclosed. We’ll also highlight state success stories and how these policies can be a key part of climate adaptation. Guests/experts in this episode: – Senior Attorney, Environmental Health NRDC () – Senior Data Scientist Milliman () Jackie Jones – Homeowner, Georgia () – Economist at Environmental Defense Fund () - Legislative Counsel, Southern Environmental Law Center () – Director of Resilience, Waterfront Alliance () Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/35738225

Climate Migrants Are Real—Now What? 02/24/2025

Climate Migrants Are Real—Now What? In episode of we’re diving into climate change and human mobility—how rising seas, extreme weather, and disasters are forcing communities to relocate and what that means for policy and planning. Joining the podcast is , who’s helping lead a new webinar series (where America Adapts was the moderator) on this topic with CCST (California Council on Science and Technology), the , and the . We’ll talk about how cities can prepare for climate-driven displacement, how researchers can better engage with policymakers, and what lessons we can take from California’s leadership in adaptation. Eric’s been involved in some major climate convenings, including discussions on wildfire smoke and policy action at the university level. There’s a lot to unpack! Transcript of this interview available . Subscribe to the America Adapts ICR25 brings together the world’s brightest minds to solve the resilience challenge. This year’s theme, “Partner, Accelerate, Launch,” highlights the critical need for innovative solutions to reach commercialization and impact resilience. Submit an abstract here: Register here: Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/35412985

Reducing Disaster Risk: The Workforce of the Future 02/12/2025

Reducing Disaster Risk: The Workforce of the Future In episode of , we explore disaster resilience and climate adaptation through four expert interviews. We start with of WWF’s (EDM) program who kicks things off by sharing the program’s 20-year journey integrating nature into disaster risk management. Then, critiques large-scale flood control in Ellicott City, Maryland, advocating for community-driven solutions. Next, , founder of ResilireD, shares insights into post-disaster housing recovery and the need for professionalized shelter reconstruction. Finally, Achala Navaratne from the American Red Cross, highlights the role of sustainability and interdisciplinary expertise in humanitarian work. Join us for an episode packed with insights on building resilience in a changing world! Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/35258195

From Risk to Resilience: Wildfires and the Insurance Industry’s Climate Reckoning 01/27/2025

From Risk to Resilience: Wildfires and the Insurance Industry’s Climate Reckoning In episode of , I sit down with , a leading expert in climate risk and insurance, to explore the transformative potential of 'Insurance for Good.' We discuss how climate change is not only intensifying risks like wildfires in California but also driving radical changes to insurance markets worldwide. Carolyn shares insights on how the industry can respond to these challenges by closing protection gaps, incentivizing resilience, and creating innovative solutions to build more climate-resilient communities. It's a timely and critical conversation at the intersection of insurance, wildfires, and the future of climate adaptation. ICR25 brings together the world’s brightest minds to solve the resilience challenge. This year’s theme, “Partner, Accelerate, Launch,” highlights the critical need for innovative solutions to reach commercialization and impact resilience. Submit an abstract here: Register here: Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Is California becoming Uninsurable? https://www.insuranceforgood.org/blog/is-california-becoming-uninsurable Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/35034825

Climate Adaptation Predictions for 2025: What the Experts Say 01/13/2025

Climate Adaptation Predictions for 2025: What the Experts Say In episode of , we’re hosting some of the world’s leading adaptation experts (and previous podcast guests) to make climate predictions for 2025! From the growing impacts of wildfires reshaping communities, extreme heat, adaptation technology, to the potential massive shifts in climate policy under a new presidential administration, this year promises to be a turning point. Join us as we explore the trends, innovations, and strategies that will define climate adaptation in the year to come. You won’t want to miss what these experts have to say about the future of climate adaptation! Experts in this Episode: – Favrot II Associate Professor of Sustainable Real Estate and Urban Planning, Director, Center on Climate Change and Urbanism at Tulane University – Director of the Gerard J. Mangone Climate Change Science and Policy Hub at the University of Delaware – Vice President, Adaptation and Resilience, World Wildlife Fund – Executive Director of PRE Collective – Associate Professor of Law at the Emory University School of Law – Founder Insurance for Good – Director of the Resiliency Office Washtenaw County, Michigan – Associate professor in the School of Landscape Architecture and Planning, University of Arizona – Co-Founder of Tailwind ICR25 brings together the world’s brightest minds to solve the resilience challenge. This year’s theme, “Partner, Accelerate, Launch,” highlights the critical need for innovative solutions to reach commercialization and impact resilience. Submit an abstract here: Register here: Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: US National Adaptation and Resilience Planning Strategy 2025 https://unfccc.int/documents/645358 Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/34842285

The Adaptation Playbook: Innovative Strategies for Climate Resilience with Tailwind 12/20/2024

The Adaptation Playbook: Innovative Strategies for Climate Resilience with Tailwind In episode of , we’re diving into a new project from Tailwind: The Adaptation & Resilience Innovation Playbook. In this episode, I chatted with , co-founder of Tailwind, a pioneering firm dedicated to driving innovation in climate adaptation. Katie and her team at Tailwind are at the forefront of helping companies tackle some of the most pressing climate hazards—think wildfires, heat waves, and more. And now, they’ve taken it a step further with their latest project: a comprehensive playbook that maps out the booming adaptation market, which is projected to hit $2 trillion by 2030. We unpack the playbook’s core insights, from the critical role of governments driving over half of global demand for adaptation solutions to the untapped potential of corporations as the "sleeping giants" of resilience. We’ll explore how startups are rising to the challenge, despite funding gaps, and why engaging communities and addressing health and social system blind spots are essential for success. Katie also shares actionable recommendations for policymakers, entrepreneurs, and everyday citizens on how to seize opportunities in this emerging market. ICR25 brings together the world’s brightest minds to solve the resilience challenge. This year’s theme, “Partner, Accelerate, Launch,” highlights the critical need for innovative solutions to reach commercialization and impact resilience. Submit an abstract here: Register here: Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/34555155

Climate Fiscal Risks: The U.S. Government Accountability Office’s Recommendations to Congress 12/10/2024

Climate Fiscal Risks: The U.S. Government Accountability Office’s Recommendations to Congress In episode of , we dive into the intersection of climate resilience, fiscal accountability, and federal oversight with two distinguished guests: , a leading expert in adaptation and urban planning at Tulane University, and , Director of the Natural Resources and Environment Program at the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Together, we unpack a pivotal GAO report on federal climate adaptation efforts, exploring its critical findings on the government’s capacity to manage climate-related financial risks. First off, Alfredo Gomez outlines the GAO's four key recommendations for Congress, including the creation of a National Climate Information System and an organizational framework to enhance resilience. Then Dr. Keenan joins the pod for a deeper dive into the report, highlighting the challenges of integrating economic and scientific data into policy. Join us for a dynamic discussion that underscores the urgent need for cohesive, bipartisan climate policies to navigate an uncertain future. Transcript of Dr. Jesse Keenan’s . Transcript of Alfredo Gomez of GAO . Register here: https://www.battelle.org/docs/default-source/conferences/climate-resilience/icr25-call-for-abstracts.pdf Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Climate Resilience: Congressional Action Needed to Enhance Climate Economics Information and to Limit Federal Fiscal Exposure Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/34370720

Climatopias 101: The Who, What, Where of Utopic Climate Adaptation Planning 11/25/2024

Climatopias 101: The Who, What, Where of Utopic Climate Adaptation Planning In episode of , I’m joined by , a recent doctoral graduate from the University of Miami, whose groundbreaking research explores the concept of "climatopias"—an innovative blend of climate and utopia. Now based in Nairobi, Kenya, Alizé shares her fascinating insights into how architecture and urban design can tackle climate challenges. From defining climatopias to categorizing their types—projects that fortify, float, forest, reduce, reuse, and retreat—Alizé unpacks the transformative potential of these aspirational designs. She also introduces a thoughtful framework for evaluating climatopias, ensuring they balance effectiveness, justice, and feasibility, while offering real-world examples like the Florida Keys Community Land Trust. Learn how you can turn your adaptation plan into a climatopia. Together, we delve into the possibilities and challenges of creating truly resilient, equitable communities amidst a changing climate. AI generated transcript available . Resources Want to restore the planet’s ecosystems and see your impact in monthly videos? The first 150 people to join Planet Wild with my code AMERICA11 will get the first month for free at If you want to get to know them better first, check out their recent video rewilding the American Prairies at Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Paper: A typology of climatopias: visualizations, motivations, and transformations New research reveals insights on climate-inspired urban design projects One Earth Journal: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/34146610

ManglarIA: Saving Nature with Artificial Intelligence. How WWF is Using AI to Help Mangroves Adapt 11/11/2024

ManglarIA: Saving Nature with Artificial Intelligence. How WWF is Using AI to Help Mangroves Adapt In episode of , we dive into (“AI for Mangroves” in Spanish), a new initiative supported by , Google’s philanthropic arm. This pioneering initiative is using advanced technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to understand how mangrove ecosystems and their contributions to communities are affected by climate change and its impacts. You will take a journey to the Yucatán in Mexico as we visit some spectacular mangrove forests with WWF Mexico staff, and you’ll learn how they are using state-of-the art sensors and drones to collect needed data and using AI to help with coastal adaptation planning. You’ll also hear from local Mexican community members who are participating in and benefiting from the project. This episode highlights the groundbreaking adaptation work WWF is doing to adapt our natural systems to a changing climate. Transcript available . Topics covered: Overview of WWF's ManglarIA project, which focuses on using AI to understand the impacts of climate change on mangrove ecosystems Importance of mangroves for carbon storage, coastal protection, and local economies in Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula Role of local communities in installing sensors, providing observations, and benefiting from weather stations Concerns about AI's energy consumption and how the ManglarIA project is addressing it Explanation of AI fundamentals, applications, and challenges by WWF's Chief Data Scientist Google.org's support for climate adaptation efforts using AI and other technologies Field trip to the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve in Mexico and interviews with local community members Experts in this Episode: · , Vice President, Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience, World Wildlife Fund - US · , Global Data and Technology Lead Scientist, World Wildlife Fund – US · – Director of AI and Sustainability, Google.org · , Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator, World Wildlife Fund - Mexico · , Coastal Ecosystems Senior Officer, World Wildlife Fund - Mexico · , field officer, Yucatan · Elena Meza Conde, hotel owner, Villa de Pescadores, Mexico · Manuel Marrufo, beekeeper, Ria Lagartos, Mexico · Gammariel Maldonado, ecotourism service provider, Yalmakan, Mexico Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: Resources and Links in this episode: ManglarIA: Using artificial intelligence to save mangroves in a changing climate Weather Station in Rio Lagartos, Mexico Google Environmental Report 2024 WWF Environment and Disaster Management Program WWF US Global Mangrove Alliance: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/33889722

Preserving the Past, Adapting for the Future: Sara Bronin on Historic Preservation and Climate Change 10/22/2024

Preserving the Past, Adapting for the Future: Sara Bronin on Historic Preservation and Climate Change In episode of , I’m joined by , Chair of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, or . We dive into the vital work the agency does to protect our nation’s historic sites, with a focus on its regulatory responsibilities, especially the Section 106 review process. Sara also shares how the ACHP is incorporating Indigenous knowledge into preservation practices, and we discuss the growing need to streamline approvals for climate-resilient projects. Plus, we touch on the challenge of community relocation due to climate impacts, highlighting the importance of planning and collaboration in these efforts. This episode sheds light on the critical intersection of historic preservation and climate adaptation, offering valuable insights on how communities can work together to preserve their heritage while adapting to our changing climate. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: : ACHP is currently considering a proposal to streamline and accelerate the federal historic preservation review process for critical projects such as housing developments, renewable energy installations like solar panels, and infrastructure projects including bike lanes. : In 2023, ACHP adopted a policy statement that provides a clearer framework for federal agencies to collaborate on preserving historic properties while adapting them to withstand climate impacts. : On Oct. 4, ACHP co-sponsored a Climate Heritage Policy Conference in Washington, D.C., focusing on the lessons the U.S. can draw from other countries to more effectively integrate cultural preservation and climate change mitigation efforts. Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/33571507

Threat Multiplier: Climate, Military Leadership, and the Fight for Global Security with Sherri Goodman 10/07/2024

Threat Multiplier: Climate, Military Leadership, and the Fight for Global Security with Sherri Goodman In episode of , I’m joined by . Sherri is Secretary General of the International Military Council on Climate and Security and a senior fellow at the Wilson Center Polar Institute. Sherri shares her decades of experience at the intersection of national security and environmental policy, offering fascinating insights from her newly released book, : Climate, Military Leadership, and the Fight for Global Security. We explore how military leaders are confronting climate change as a pressing national security threat, from early skepticism within the Department of Defense to today’s urgency around the issue. Sherri shares real-world examples of climate impacts on global security, including Arctic territorial disputes and conflict driven by resource scarcity. Our conversation highlights the evolving military strategies around climate adaptation, the need for precise climate modeling and ‘climate translators and how the politcization of this issue impacts our national security. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in the nexus of climate action and national security. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/33359347

Safeguarding Pacific Island Heritage: Adapting to Climate Change with the U.S. Department of Defense 09/23/2024

Safeguarding Pacific Island Heritage: Adapting to Climate Change with the U.S. Department of Defense In episode of , we partnered with the U.S. Department of Defense to show their work in adapting cultural resources in the Pacific islands. We traveled to Honolulu, Hawaii to cover the workshop and the , Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation Research and Development conference. These two events were combined and sponsored by the Department of Defense. The podcast covers how cultural resources are at threat from climate change and the unique challenges Pacific Islanders have in adapting to these threats. You’ll also hear about some exciting adaptation technology to help islanders adapt to climate change. The three day event was a fantastic mix of indigenous people, adaptation experts and government representatives all converging to share their stories and approaches to adaptation. A special emphasis was placed on the Marshallese islands and you’ll hear from a state senator from those islands who shares what’s at stake for the Marshallese. This episode will get you to rethink what you know about cultural resources and you’ll learn about the innovative ways Pacific islands are adapting. Experts in this Episode: – Senior Cultural Resource Advisor in the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense in the Department of Defense – Interview at 0:01:16-0:05:40 - Principal Scientist and Research Director Kwajalein Atoll Sustainability Laboratory – 0:05:43 – 0:22:20 – Acting Deputy Program Manager, Resource Conservation and Resilience & Climate Resilience Program Areas, SERDP & ESTCP – 0:22:30 – 0:31:31 of the Marshall Islands - 0:31:35 – 0:42:44 – Program Director at the US Dept of Interior’s Office of Native Hawaiian Relations – 0:42:50 – 0:54:25 – Preservation Projects Manager at the Newport Restoration Foundation – 0:54:33 – 1:02:52 – Executive Director Kuaʻāina Ulu ʻAuamo (KUA) Organization – 1:02:53 – 1:09:55 – AAAS Science Technology & Policy Fellow with the US Department of Defense – 1:09:59 – 1:19:32 – Guam State Historic Preservation Officer – 1:19:36 – 1:27:53 Jeff Williams – Chief Scientific Officer of MedeSol Global 1:27:57 – 1:37:44 - National Geographic Explorer and Filmmaker – 1:37: 48 Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment Climate Program: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/33176637

Climate Podcasters: Adaptation Tech and Finance/Art and Activism (and bonus Extreme Heat Research!) 09/07/2024

Climate Podcasters: Adaptation Tech and Finance/Art and Activism (and bonus Extreme Heat Research!) In episode of America Adapts, we are joined by two fellow climate podcasters and an expert in extreme heat. First is , who hosts Climate Proof, a podcast focusing on adaptation finance, investment, and technology. Then, returning to the pod, is - the host of the Citizens Climate Radio podcast - where he interviews people from all walks of life to discuss the effects of the climate crisis and the importance of taking climate action. Also joining is , a professor of urban planning at the University of Michigan, who shares some important research on extreme heat inside buildings and her efforts to get the U.S. Census to include questions on whether homes have air conditioning. Important data to have in a warming world! We cover a lot of ground in this episode! And yes, I share another hot take. climate-podcasters-adaptation-tech-and-finance/art-and-activism-and-bonus-extreme-heat-research Guests in this episode: – Founder/Host/Editor of Climate Proof Newsletter and Podcast – Host/Producer of Citizens Climate Radio Podcast - Professor of urban and regional planning at the University of Michigan. Topics covered: The Finance Behind Adaptation Climate Tech and Adaptation Startups Exploring Climate Proof Newsletter and Podcast Importance of Understanding Adaptation in Business Bringing art and youth into the climate conversation Research on indoor temperatures The U.S. census and the lack of heat information Quotes from the episode: Louie Woodall: …we need to engage the private sector in adaptation if we are to protect the most vulnerable and protect our economies as a whole from the rigors of climate change… Peterson Toscano: …it's so much better to talk about what we're fighting for rather than what we're fighting against… Dr. Larissa Larsen: …The census doesn't include a question around how do we keep cool? And so I think this is quite a shortcoming. Planet Wild Links Want to restore the planet's ecosystems and see your impact in monthly videos? The first 150 people to join Planet Wild will get the first month for free or use my code AMERICA9. If you want to get to know them better first, check out one of their videos about the benefits of reintroducing and about rewilding the barren land underneath . . Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Links in this episode: (our September episode will be Queer Quaker Responses to Climate Change Developing Spiritual Leaders in a Climate-Changed World Podcasts by Conservatives talking about climate change part of Bog Inglis’ RepublicEN Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/32955827

The Science Behind Climate Adaptation with Battelle 08/26/2024

The Science Behind Climate Adaptation with Battelle In episode of , we partnered with to delve into the multifaceted world of ecological research with four distinguished scientists. Dr. Paula Mabee, Chief Scientist and Director of the National Ecological Observatory Network, discusses NEON's mission to monitor ecological changes and its role in shaping adaptation strategies through data and collaboration. Dr. Jamin Greenbaum from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography shares his groundbreaking research on Antarctic ice melt and its implications for sea level rise and emphasizing the need for effective science communication. Dr. Andrew Elmore from the National Science Foundation explores the integration of AI in ecological research and NSF's commitment to workforce development, underscoring the importance of interdisciplinary efforts in addressing climate change. And Dr. Chris Hakkenberg from Northern Arizona University highlights NEON's use of advanced technologies like NASA's LIDAR to study forest biodiversity and wildfire risks. Together, these conversations provide a comprehensive look at the critical role of ecological research in fostering effective climate adaptation. Experts in this Episode: - Chief Scientist and Observatory Director for the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) - Assistant research geophysicist at the Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics at the Scripps institution of Oceanography in San Diego - Program Director at the National Science Foundation in the Division of Biological Infrastructure - Assistant Research Professor in the Global Earth Observations and Dynamics of Ecosystems in the SICCS program at Northern Arizona University (NAU) Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference ICR24 WEBSITE To learn about partnering with Battelle, contact . INFORMATION DOWNLOADS · ICR22 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos · ICR23 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/32751962

New Jersey Coastal and Climate Resilience Conference 08/08/2024

New Jersey Coastal and Climate Resilience Conference In episode of , Doug Parsons attended the 2024 at Monmouth University in New Jersey. In this episode, we’ll be engaging with New Jersey’s top experts and leaders to discuss the current state of coastal science and research, climate resilience, and ecological restoration. We’ll explore how peer-to-peer learning and community engagement are driving successful projects—from municipal resilience plans to floodplain buyouts—and share insights into what it takes to secure community buy-in for impactful initiatives. You learn about the and the power of multisector partnerships. Plus, we’ll touch on the networking opportunities that this conference provided, helping to build relationships and foster collaborations essential for advancing coastal and climate resilience efforts. We’ll also hear how the state of New Jersey is developing innovative adaptation regulations for coastal protection. This episode has a great mix of conference attendees doing some exciting work in adaptation in the Garden State! new-jersey-coastal-and-climate-resilience-conference Experts in this Episode: · – Chief Resilience Officer New Jersey Dept of Environmental Protection. · – Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Protection. · – Meadowlands Research and Restoration Institute · - Director of Urban Coast Institute · – Climate Resilience Manager, The Nature Conservancy – New Jersey · – Climate Scientist and Advocate, HDR · - Climate Resilience, Environmental Justice & Urban Sustainability, NJ Department of Environmental Protection · – Asst. Professor, University of Delaware · – Associate Director of Urban Coast Institute · - Senior Research Engineer NJ Sea Grant Coastal Resilience Specialist · - Research Associate Professor, Stevens Institute of Technology · Nora Morton – High School Student state of New Jersey · – Resilience Program Manager, Turner Construction Topics covered: · Managed Retreat in New Jersey · Urban Coastal Institute · Climate Change Communications · First hand experience with Hurricane Sandy · New Jersey Coastal Resilience Collaborative Structure · Key Issues in Coastal Engineering and Resilience · Implementing Nature Based Solutions · Thinking Beyond Structural Solutions · Coastal Tourism and Resilience · Blue Acre Program and Climate Resilience Initiatives · Favorite naturals areas in New Jersey! Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Links in this episode: Going Coastal Podcast Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/32502887

House of Cards: Florida and Property Insurance in the Age of Climate Change 07/29/2024

House of Cards: Florida and Property Insurance in the Age of Climate Change In episode of , , Associate Vice President for Economics and Policy at the , returns to discuss the climate challenges in Florida's property insurance market. She outlines how Florida faces significant economic risks due to hurricanes and other disasters, with 36 presidential disaster declarations since 2000. The episode delves into the complexities of the state's insurance system, focusing on three key programs: Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund, and the Florida Insurance Guarantee Association. Dr. Kousky addresses the reliance on smaller insurance companies; the critical role of reinsurance; and the impact of climate change on insurance pricing and availability. Doug and Carolyn have a broader conversation about the insanity of the Florida system of the existing property insurance market and how it could lead to price gouging for Florida citizens living in less at risk areas of the state. Also, the ‘hot take’ for this episode! Topics covered: Evolution of Florida's Property Insurance Approach State Programs Providing Insurance in Florida The Role of Reinsurers and Insurance Companies Transparency in Catastrophe Modeling in Florida Impact of Sea Level Rise on Florida's Insurance Market Cross-subsidies and Assessments in Florida's Insurance Market Climate Equity and Fair Pricing in Florida's Insurance Market Balancing Risk Reduction and Insurance Access Price gouging inland communities to subsidize coastal communities’ insurance rates Guest Recommendation: , Water Collaborative of Greater New Orleans Transcript of episode available . Quotes from the episode: Dr. Carolyn Kousky: Politically, there's often an appetite to just ignore the risk and not address it because addressing it can be hard and might be costly, but failing to address it is also setting us up for much higher future costs. …we need to view the crisis in our insurance markets as a signal for how high risk is, and that we have to invest aggressively and quickly in much more climate adaptation in order to lower that risk to a manageable level… Doug Parsons: Climate change is like gravity. … there's no arguing with it. It's just going to happen. …but you are living in Gainesville, you're being responsible, you haven't gone to the coast. Isn't raising that person's rate a form of price gouging because you don't have as much risk and yet they're raising your rate , that's price gouging. Previous Episodes with Dr. Carolyn Kousky Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Links in this episode: The Evolution of Florida’s Public-Private Approach to Property Insurance Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/32336107

Waterfront Conference: Designing for Tomorrow – The Multisector Approach to Climate Adaptation with the Waterfront Alliance 07/15/2024

Waterfront Conference: Designing for Tomorrow – The Multisector Approach to Climate Adaptation with the Waterfront Alliance In episode of , I attended the in New York City hosted by the . The conference took place at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in lower Manhattan. In this episode, you'll hear from state and local government officials talking about how they do coastal climate adaptation. We’ll also have insights from private sector companies who are leading the way in shovel-ready adaptation projects, essential for the next phase for the adaptation sector. Attendees were not just talking about adaptation—they’ve created templates and programs with broad applications. The Alliance’s national adaptation program is another innovative initiative that we'll highlight, showing how it's paving the way for resilient communities. You’ll also learn how 3D printing technology is used to create artificial reefs and seawalls. We'll also discuss private sector national funding efforts that are driving these shovel-ready adaptations and a new, massive New York State grant program for adaptation. The City of New York's climate justice efforts are also front, and center and we’ll dive into the concept of a cloudburst and how cities can manage these intense rainfall events. Yes, we cover a lot of ground in this episode! https://www.americaadapts.org/episodes/waterfront-conference-designing-for-tomorrow-the-multisector-approach-to-climate-adaptation-with-the-waterfront-alliance Experts in this Episode: – President and CEO, Waterfront Alliance - Chief Resiliency Officer NYS Department of Environmental Conservation - Chief Waterfront Design Officer, Waterfront Alliance - VP, Climate Change Lead, AECOM – Director of Resilience, Waterfront Alliance - Executive Director, NYC Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice (MOCEJ) - Water Management Practice Director, Arcadis – Chief Technology Officer, Econcrete - VP. Sales and Marketing, SF Marina Systems - Director, Climate Resilience Planning, MTA Construction and Development - Program Manager, New Jersey Future – Founder and Chief Executive, 1Print - Engineering Management Undergraduate at Stevens Institute of Technology Topics covered: The Annual Waterfront Conference Private and Public Sector Adaptation Funding Climate Justice and Coastal Adaptation WEDG Adaptation Program Innovate Technology for adaptation Cloudburst and stormwater management Resilience Planning at the Waterfront Alliance New Jersey Futures Program And much more! Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Links in this episode: https://wedg.waterfrontalliance.org/ Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/32148217

“Destroy, Rebuild, Repeat: How to Break the Climate Disaster Cycle" with Mark Nevitt 06/30/2024

“Destroy, Rebuild, Repeat: How to Break the Climate Disaster Cycle" with Mark Nevitt In episode of , , an associate professor of law at Emory University joins the podcast to discuss his new paper that’s under review, entitled, Destroy, Rebuild, Repeat: How to Break the Climate Disaster Cycle. Mark delves into the expansion of climate change law courses and his research on the security implications of climate change. He discusses his articles highlighting legal challenges in climate adaptation and introduces his new article focusing on breaking the climate disaster cycle. Mark emphasizes the importance of democratizing climate risk information and proactive measures like managed retreat. He explores legal liabilities in climate adaptation, the semantics of resilience, and the significance of accurate terminology in conveying climate risks. It’s a packed legally episode along with Doug’s ‘Hot Take’! . Topics covered: The Legal Crisis Within the Climate Crisis Emory's Climate Research Initiative Flying Navy Jets and Legal Scholarship Destroy, Rebuild, Repeat: Overview Democratizing Climate Risk Information The Adaptation Paradox Holding Individuals Responsible for Climate Risk Decisions Adaptation vs. Resilience Semantics Quotes from the episode: Mark Nevitt: The National Flood Insurance Program is essentially a massive program to subsidize sandcastles. That is in place. It's a classic moral hazard where the people who are benefiting from the program are not fully invested in all the risks associated with it. It's heavily subsidized. My central argument in that article is that just as we have a climate crisis, and most of your listeners are aware of that, we also have legal doctrines, statutes that have not really kept up with our climate destabilized world. Doug Parsons: And so you're proposing an entirely new framework. To break this cycle of destroy, repealed, rebuild, repeat. …we've got to hold people responsible even today decisions that are going to be happening in the next few years, because we won't ever be able to afford this because 10 years from now. Mark Nevitt’s previous appearance on America Adapts: Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Links in this episode: https://law.emory.edu/faculty/faculty-profiles/nevitt-profile.html Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/31953632

The Center for Heat Resilient Communities gets a NOAA Grant with Dr. Kelly Turner and Dr. Ladd Keith 06/03/2024

The Center for Heat Resilient Communities gets a NOAA Grant with Dr. Kelly Turner and Dr. Ladd Keith In episode of , Dr. of UCLA and Dr. at the University of Arizona join host Doug Parsons to discuss groundbreaking work in extreme heat governance and planning, specifically focusing on the recent awarded to launch the Center for Heat Resilient Communities. The grant aims to enhance heat resilience in communities by encouraging connections between stakeholders and the federal government, with a heavy emphasis on climate justice and environmental justice as part of President Biden’s Justice40 initiative. The discussion also covers federally funded research programs supporting rural and tribal communities with heat resilience, mapping shade equity nationally, and initiatives on indoor cooling. Kelly and Ladd encourage involvement in the field of heat policy and governance, inviting individuals to reach out and engage with the three year project. Topics covered: NOAA Grant Overview Biden Administration's Role Principals and Key Partners/Community Partnerships Heat Resilient Communities Framework Evaluating Heat Resilience Policies Training Future Heat Leaders Funding and Support for Communities Climate and Environmental Justice Media Coverage of Extreme Heat Plug for Other Research Programs for Kelly and Ladd Call to Action: Visit heat.gov Principal Researchers for the Grant: Transcript of episode available . Quotes from the episode: Dr. Kelly Turner: Really, there are two main goals. One is to to create a robust framework across a diverse set of contexts that communities could use to do heat resilience work. And so we have a series of six cores that the whole center is organized around. So the first goal is for us to create this framework. And the second goal is to then fund and to support communities. So 10 communities per year over three years to test that framework and refine it. And I could get into a little bit about each one of the cores if that's of interest. Dr. Ladd Keith And we'll be co-developing essentially this heat resilient framework that the communities will be going through. And it involves all the cores and is really focused on supporting heat action planning at the local level and really drawing on that network of experts that we have involved in the center. I think one of the exciting things is we'll be co-developing this heat resilient framework with the communities that we're working with. And of Of course, we'll be supporting the initial 30 communities, but we'll also be putting a lot of that information on heat.gov so that it's accessible to all of the other 19,000 communities in the United States. And another part of it that's really exciting is all of the lessons that we're going to learn through the center is feeding that back to federal agencies and really partnering with them so they know how to better support community heat planning as well. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Links in this episode: Living Planet Podcast Promotion in this episode: Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San FranciscoStrategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/31584847

ICR24: Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference hosted by Battelle 05/17/2024

ICR24: Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference hosted by Battelle In episode of , the podcast partnered with for their third annual Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference, . The conference took place April 22-24th in Washington, D.C. at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. Keynote speakers and attendees join the pod to share their experiences in climate adaptation and also discuss highlights from the conference. The event attracted senior level federal officials along with emerging adaptation professionals from the private sector. The themes of the conference were resilience, mitigation and sustainability and you learn how Battelle, through the conference, is prioritizing adaptation. This is the third ICR and the first to be hosted in the nation’s capital. You’ll also hear from a high school student who won Battelle’s Climate Challenge - the future of adaptation is in good hands. ICR24 isn't just any conference; it's a convergence of minds, bringing together environmental professionals, scientists, researchers, students, and key leaders. Experts in this Episode: - President, Applied Science & Technology at – Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere & NOAA Administrator – Assistant to the Administrator for the Bureau for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security (REFS) at USAID – Program Director of the Environmental Change and Security Program at the Wilson Center - Senior Data Analytics Consultant at Resilient Analytics - Postdoctoral Research Scientist at Columbia University's Climate School - Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Tailwind - Senior Fellow, Climate and Disaster Resilience, Fors Marsh Faith Qin - Student Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . The third annual Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference (ICR24) took place on April 22-24, 2024, in Washington, DC. ICR24 WEBSITE To learn about partnering with Battelle, contact . EMAIL CONTACTS · General email · Media inquiry contact - TR Massey INFORMATION DOWNLOADS · ICR22 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos · ICR23 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/31358457

On the Move: The Overheating Earth and the Uprooting of America with Abrahm Lustgarten 05/07/2024

On the Move: The Overheating Earth and the Uprooting of America with Abrahm Lustgarten In episode of , Doug Parsons hosts , an investigative climate reporter and author from Propublica. Abrahm discusses his work on climate change and migration and highlights his coverage of various climate-related issues such as water scarcity, sea level rise and wildfire. Abrahm’s book, "," explores climate-driven migration in the United States. He traveled the country learning how areas are preparing, or not, for the impacts of climate change. He goes on the ground and interviews people in the heart of these climate impact zones. You’ll learn the unique struggles people have as it becomes increasingly expensive…and dangerous…to live in these impact zones. We also discuss how the media is doing covering climate migration and what the government can potentially do to help with this growing threat. And an all new episode tradition, Doug's "Hot Take"! Topics covered: Abrahm Lustgarten and climate journalism Abrahm’s Book: "On the Move" Reporting at ProPublica Winners and Losers of Climate Migration Ecological Impact of Climate Migration Media Coverage of Climate Migration Book Promotion and Tour Future Project on Societal Conflict from Climate Migration Quotes from Abrahm Lustgarten in episode: I think all we can say about that is that we all can anticipate an era of great change and I think it'll scramble the map. It's hard to know when that'll happen, when there's a tipping point, both in terms of people moving or what that means for politics. But I think that all that I could say about that is that I wouldn't be surprised if 25 years from now, the electoral map looks entirely different from how it does today in part in response to the kind of changes that I write about… So we're having this kind of scary conversation about the economics of home values in California. And then that particular day, I was looking out my window into the wildland urban interface in the suburban place that I that I live in. And I was like, Hey, wait, Jesse, I live right one of these spots you're describing, should I and he just cut me off and presumed my question was, should I live in a place that I live in? should I move? And he was like, yes, get out of there. You got to go. That was three or four years ago and I haven't moved yet. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . Links in this episode: Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/31178237

CNN’s Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir Adapts to Climate Change 04/16/2024

CNN’s Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir Adapts to Climate Change In episode of , Doug Parsons hosts , the Chief Climate Correspondent at . Bill shares his insights into how climate change now intersects with every aspect of our lives, transforming all beats into climate beats. Drawing from his experiences covering climate stories, he emphasizes the power of storytelling. We delve into the inspiration behind his book, "Life As We Know It," which looks at positive climate stories all inspired by the birth of his son. Critiquing mainstream media's coverage of climate change, he calls for a shift towards highlighting adaptation and innovation over sensational disasters. Bill unveils his upcoming special, "Adaptation Nation," and shares the joys and challenges of interviewing icons like Paul McCartney. Bill will leave you with some practical advice on how you can bring climate communication into the important adaptation work you’re doing. Join us as we explore the interconnectedness of climate with our lives and the transformative power of storytelling in shaping our collective response to the greatest challenge of our time. Topics covered: Embracing the Climate Beat The Human Element of Climate Stories Inspiring Innovations in Climate Adaptation Life Lessons Through Earth Day Letters The Aftermath of the Paradise Fire Challenging Assumptions in Climate Adaptation The Complexities of Water Management in Arizona The Media's Role in Climate Change Communication The Importance of Climate Adaptation Professionals Practical Insights for Adaptation Practitioners Interviewing Paul McCartney Recommendation: Sid Kitson, Developer of Babcock Ranch Quotes: Bill Weir: “We’re all going to be climate reporters.” “I'm an omnivore, but when they created a climate desk at CNN, it occurred to me that this is the beat that includes all the other beats.” “This is not the earth systems of your grandfather anymore. And all of these stories are connected. So oftentimes I'm, yelling at my TV set while there's some sort of a cataclysmic, something's happening somewhere that is getting national attention. And I'm just like, say it, stay the words, say the words, climate change!” Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . May 21st, 2024, New York City Links in this episode: Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/30856073

Life, Liberty and Climate Data: The Privatization of a Public Good 03/20/2024

Life, Liberty and Climate Data: The Privatization of a Public Good In episode of , Doug Parsons hosts . Justin is a climate scientist and associate professor at Dartmouth College. Doug and Justin discuss his provocative column in the New York Times on climate data accessibility – should tax funded climate data remain a public good. Justin also explains the intricacies of climate modeling and the ethical considerations of private sector involvement. Justin also emphasizes the significance of aligning private and public sector efforts for effective climate adaptation. Doug and Justin discuss the importance of having a National Adaptation Plan and Justin also highlights the work of his students in climate impact attribution and loss and damage research. America Adapts is increasingly covering the issue of climate data and modeling and in this thought providing discussion, we learn about the ethical considerations of privatizing a public good. Topics covered: Understanding Climate Models The Right to Climate Data Legal Implications of Climate Data Accuracy Interaction with Private Sector on Climate Science Free Climate Models vs. Paid Models Importance of National Adaptation Plan National Resilience Framework vs. National Adaptation Plan Dr. Mankin's Student Research Projects Recommendation for Future Guest: Erin Mayfield and Klaus Keller Quotes: Dr. Justin Mankin: “I think there's a gigantic gap between the science I do and the decision relevance of it.” “My investigations, which are fundamentally about informing adaptation and risk management of climate change that science is paid for,? And to the extent that science is linked back to people's tax dollars. I have an absolute imperative to communicate my science to whoever will listen.” “And that means that a national adaptation plan would establish minimal require informational requirements and make those data to inform adaptation decisions available to people in a legible format, right?” Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . May 21st, 2024, New York City Links in this episode: The People Have a Right to Climate Data Research: Globally unequal effect of extreme heat on economic growth Persistent effect of El Niño on global economic growth The third annual Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference (ICR24) takes place on April 22-24, 2024, in Washington, DC. This toolkit is meant to help share messaging and information with your audiences. ICR24 WEBSITE EMAIL CONTACTS · General email · Media inquiry contact - TR Massey INFORMATION DOWNLOADS · ICR22 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos · ICR23 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos IMPORTANT KEY DATES · Abstract Submission Deadline – December 11, 2023 – · Early Bird Registration Opens – November 1, 2023 – o Early Bird Registration Deadline - February 16, 2024 o Standard Registration Closes - April 15, 2024 Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/30450573

The Moral Case for Climate Reparations + Climate Justice with Maxine Burkett Re-release 02/27/2024

The Moral Case for Climate Reparations + Climate Justice with Maxine Burkett Re-release In episode of , Doug Parsons hosts , a Professor of Law at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. We’re taking a dive into the podcast archive and I’m rereleasing this previously and extremely popular episode: The Moral Case for Climate Reparations + Climate Justice with Maxine Burkett. Maxine is a Professor of Law at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. We talked about the state of climate migration; as we adapt, what will dominate, peaceful approaches to adaptation or more conflict oriented approaches; Differences in Climate justice in the global north and the global south. And Repairing relationships through climate reparations and Maxine makes a compelling case that reparations are a way forward to helping frontline communities adapt to climate change.. You’re going to enjoy this conversation. In this episode, Doug and Maxine discuss: the moral and intellectual case for climate reparations; climate migration; differences in climate justice in the global north and the global south; will adaptation take a peaceful or conflict oriented approach in the years ahead; and adaptation studies at the University of Hawaii. Transcript for this episode available . Topics covered: Background on The state of climate migration. As we adapt, what will dominate, peaceful approaches to adaptation or more conflict oriented approaches? Differences in Climate justice in the global north and the global south. Response differences between climate change and covid-19. Repairing relationships through climate reparations. Carbon based climate reparations. Reparations and their role in helping frontline communities adapt. Climate reparations are meant to ‘rebuild trust’. Learn about the climate program at the University of Hawaii. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit ! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter . May 21st, 2024, New York City Links in this episode: Research: *On the potential for current climate ligation to address racial inequity, please see . *On equity and reparations, please see . This is a relatively older piece, but is a nice precursor to my current contribution to the for which I serve as the climate section lead. *On small island vulnerability and deterritorialized statehood, please see . The third annual Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference (ICR24) takes place on April 22-24, 2024, in Washington, DC. This toolkit is meant to help share messaging and information with your audiences. ICR24 WEBSITE EMAIL CONTACTS · General email · Media inquiry contact - TR Massey INFORMATION DOWNLOADS · ICR22 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos · ICR23 on-demand: Access all proceedings, presentations, videos, and photos IMPORTANT KEY DATES · Abstract Submission Deadline – December 11, 2023 – · Early Bird Registration Opens – November 1, 2023 – o Early Bird Registration Deadline - February 16, 2024 o Standard Registration Closes - April 15, 2024 Listen to America Adapts on your ! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found ! Follow/listen to podcast on . Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out ! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa America Adapts also has its own for your listening pleasure! Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts! Please consider supporting this podcast by fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on . Podcast Music produce by Productions Write a review on ! America Adapts on ! Join the . Check us out, we’re also on ! Executive Producer Subscribe to America Adapts on Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com /episode/index/show/americaadapts/id/30137883

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