Accession Number:

ADA564260

Title:

Adapting to Climate Change: Ongoing Efforts with Other Federal Agencies

Descriptive Note:

Briefing charts

Corporate Author:

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE (INSTALLATIONS AND ENVIRONMENT) WASHINGTON DC

Personal Author(s):

• Sullivan, Maureen

Report Date:

2011-03-30

Pagination or Media Count:

16.0

Abstract:

DoD Strategic Performance Plan. Addressing Climate Change Risk and Vulnerability A Three-Phase Approach. Phase 1 Development of a Decision Framework -- coordinate with other federal entities. Phase 2 Climate Change Impact Assessments -- develop analytical methodology and tool guidance for conducting assessments. Phase 3 Climate Change Adaptation Planning -- initiate robust strategies. White House Climate Change Task Forces Guiding Principles Adopt Integrated Approaches, Prioritize the Most Vulnerable, Use Best-Available Science, Apply Risk-Management Methods and Tools, and Apply Ecosystem-Based Approaches.

Descriptors:

• *ADAPTATION
• *CLIMATE CHANGE
• *DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
• *INTERAGENCY COORDINATION
• *UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
• COOPERATION
• ECOSYSTEMS
• ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
• MILITARY FACILITIES
• MILITARY RESEARCH
• POLICIES
• RISK MANAGEMENT
• SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
• SYMPOSIA
• TASK FORCES

Subject Categories:

• Meteorology
• Government and Political Science
• Military Forces and Organizations
• Environmental Health and Safety

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE