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

In episode 189 of America Adapts, Doug Parsons attended the U.S. Department of Defense Climate Resilience Workshop in St. Louis, Missouri. The DoD extended an invitation to Doug to conduct interviews with key leaders within the DoD and their external partners who are actively involved in adaptation planning around military installations. The conference attracted over 900 experts specializing in adaptation.  During the event, Doug had the opportunity to interview three Assistant Secretaries from the DoD, as well as representatives from prominent corporate partners like ICF and Deloitte. Additionally, he spoke with NGO partners such as Environmental Defense Fund and the National Wildlife Federation. The interviews shed light on the specific security challenges posed by climate change to our national defense.  Listeners will gain valuable insights into how different organizations and companies engage with the DoD to develop effective resilience planning. Moreover, the interviews underscore the importance of robust adaptation planning to safeguard military readiness amidst the impacts of climate change. Donate to America Adapts Experts interviewed (in order of appearance): Marissa McInnis, Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense Energy, Installations, and Environment Brendan Owen, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment Jessica Yllemo, Director, Climate Security Programs, American Security Project Bruce Stein, Chief Scientist and Associate Vice President of the National Wildlife Federation Michelle Lovejoy, Senior Manager, Climate Resilient Coasts & Watersheds North Carolina, Environmental Defense Fund Rachel Jacobson, Assistant Secretary of the United States Army Installations, Energy and Environment Tahirih Linz, Business Development Director: Climate, Energy, Transportation, ICF Josh Sawislak, Managing Director, Sustainability and Climate, Deloitte Dr. Ravi Chaudhary, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations, and Environment, Department of the Air Force  Katie Retka, Senior Planner state of Minnesota Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. 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Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/All social media for the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations, and Environment Links in this episode: The U.S. Department of Defense Climate Resilience Workshop Agenda Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation: https://oldcc.gov/ Readiness and Environmental Protection and Integration Program: https://www.repi.mil/ The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment Climate Program: https://www.acq.osd.mil/eie/eer/cr/cc/index.html Department of Defense Climate Assessment Tool-Domestic version https://dodclimate.sec.usace.army.mil/dcat_conus_ak_hi Department of Defense Climate Assessment Tool- International version: https://dodclimate.sec.usace.army.mil/overseas/ National Wildlife Federation Climate Adaptation for DoD Natural Resource Managers New climate data reveals warmer, wetter future for the US: In this new report, we use ICF’s cutting-edge climate risk analytics platform, ClimateSight, to crunch new internationally recognized climate data. We project warmer and wetter extreme weather in the future across the continental United States. In a worst-case scenario, Americans could experience on average up to 53 days with temperatures above 95° F and 3.5 inches of precipitation during extreme three-day precipitation events by midcentury. National Climate Assessment webinar: In anticipation of the release of the 5th National Climate Assessment, which ICF helps the USGCRP implement, we hosted a webinar with the Director of the National Climate Assessment, Allison Crimmins, about the draft 5th National Climate Assessment and the impacts of climate change on regions across the country. The ICF Climate Center: This is ICF’s hub for original, data-driven reports on climate change and lessons learned from our flagship climate work across the country. This is a free resource we offer to help organizations achieve their climate goals. The Sentinel Landscapes Partnership Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple PodcastsFollow on Android 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 here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/   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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

25 Jul 20231h 46min

In episode 188 of America Adapts, Doug Parsons hosts Susan Crawford. Susan is a law professor at Harvard Law School, focusing on adaptation and public and the author of a new book, Charleston: Race, Water, and the Coming Storm. We discuss the intersection of race and climate change in Charleston's infrastructure planning. We highlight the city's reliance on tourism, the impacts of climate change on marginalized communities, and potential solutions such as buyouts and managed retreat. Learn terms like raging politeness and benevolent paternalism and their relevance to race relations in the city. The conversation emphasizes the importance of inclusive approaches, government intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing climate challenges. It’s a riveting discussion about one of America’s oldest cities and how it plans to adapt to climate change. Donate to America Adapts Topics Covered:  Introduction to Susan Crawford and her new book Charleston: Raging Politeness and Benevolent Paternalism The Racist Symbolism of the Calhoun Statue Charleston sea wall: Aesthetic Concerns and Construction Details Disparities in Adaptation Planning and Community Engagement in Charleston. Lack of Strategic Communication and Community Outreach Skepticism and Challenges of Community Relocation Efforts The Netherlands' Approach to Retreat and Planning for Sea Level Rise. Federal Leadership and Funding for Buyout Programs. The need for government intervention in infrastructure planning Planning for extreme scenarios in sea level rise adaptation. The role of the public sector in infrastructure planning. Social media image credit:  Leonel Heisenberg, Bre Smith and Andrew Shelley Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! 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Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/   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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa https://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU   America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

7 Jul 202359min

Donate to America Adapts In episode 187 of America Adapts, Doug Parsons hosts Dena Prastos, founder and CEO of the architectural firm Indigo River.  In this episode, we learn the fundamentals of architecture and climate adaptation. Dena and Doug discuss the crucial role architects play in advocating for sustainable and resilient design practices that emphasize climate change risks. We discuss Indigo River's focus on waterfront projects in flood-prone areas and their incorporation of resilience and adaptation into designs, especially in the New York region. Dena also addresses the ethical dilemmas of designing for climate change.  She shares the role of governing bodies in architecture and how they can help bring adaptation into this sector. This was a fascinating discussion: how does one behave as an ethical architect in the age of climate change?    What are the ethics of adaptation? Do they differ by sector? Artificial intelligence and its role in architecture? Introduction and Overview of Indigo River Architects' Role in Climate Adaptation and Sustainable Design Architects' Responsibility in Advocating Sustainable Construction Practices Balancing Ethics and Client Demands Ethics of Designing in High-Risk Areas The Ethics of Architecture and Adapting to Future Scenarios The Impact of Infrastructure Investment Act on Architecture and Grants Process Architectural governance The Future Role of Architects Image credit:  Danist Soh and Anders Jildén Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter:https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/https://www.linkedin.com/in/denaprastos/ Links in this episode: https://www.indigoriver.com/ https://www.ncarb.org/blog/webinar-the-future-of-architecture AIA Resilience and Adaptation Advisory Group (RAd AG): https://theaiatrust.com/impact-of-climate-on-professional-liability-survey/ https://www.aia.org/resources/6465619-hazard-and-climate-risk-a-users-guide-and- AIA YAF Mission 2130 https://www.aia.org/pages/6477356-yaf-summit-30-mission-2130 https://www.newyorkbuildexpo.com/women-in-construction-ambassadors-1/dena-prastos-aiaceo-indigo-river Previous America Adapts Episodes Referenced in this Episode Episode 139:  Transformative Climate Adaptation in the United States: Trends and Prospects with Dr. Susanne Moser and Dr. Linda Shi Episode 157:  Legislating a National Climate Adaptation Plan with Senate Bill author Cameron Adams Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple PodcastsFollow on Android 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 here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/   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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

19 Jun 202346min

Donate to America Adapts  In episode 186 of America Adapts, Doug Parsons hosts Madison Condon, a law professor at Boston University School of Law. Doug and Madison explore the critical role climate models play in adaptation planning, but more importantly, their capabilities, what they can and can not do,.  Madison explains what is the "climate industrial complex’ and if there’s a need for the government to step in and regulate this emerging sector.  Also, should these climate analytic and modeling companies be liable for making bad projections…and how can you hold a company liable for a projection that’s set decades in the future?  Madison also critiques a recent Federal Reserve Bank attempt at stress testing the climate risks for the banking sector.  Great conversation on the critical topic of climate modeling!  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? Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marknevitt/https://twitter.com/madisonecondon?lang=en Links in this episode: Climate Services: The Business of Physical Risk https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4396826 https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-04-17/climate-risk-consulting-sector-needs-scrutiny-law-professor-says?leadSource=uverify%20wall https://prospect.org/economy/2023-04-12-rise-climate-rating-agencies/ https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4396826 https://policyintegrity.org/about/bio/madison-condon https://www.bu.edu/law/profile/madison-condon/ Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Android 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 here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/ 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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

5 Jun 20231h 3min

In episode 185 of America Adapts, we’re highlighting some of the experts and speakers that attended the Innovations in Climate Resilience conference hosted by Battelle.  Conference experts weigh in on topics such as national security, climate risk modeling, public health and climate justice, adapting in the built environment and much more. The three day conference was held in Columbus, Ohio. Experts and practitioners from the private sector, NGOs, federal, state, and local governments all converged to exchange ideas and knowledge. Notably, representatives from the National Labs played a significant role in the conference, showcasing their innovative work in the resilience space. Additionally, the episode features insights from a diverse range of resilience experts associated with Battelle, the organizer of the conference. •    The role of National labs in climate adaptation. •    Battelle and their adaptation efforts. •    National security and climate change. •    Public health and the emerging need for climate resilience. •    Emerging sectors in the climate adaptation universe. •    NEON – National Ecological Observatory Network •    Computational neuroscience…and climate change? •    The challenges of reliable climate risk modeling. •    Infrastructure Resilience. Experts in this Episode: •    Lou Von Thaer – President and CEO of Battelle •    Holly Neeber - CEO at AEI Consultants •    Dr. Jordan Branham - Senior Climate Risk & Resilience Analyst, Argonne National Laborator Argonne Labs •    Dr. Paula Mabee - Chief Scientist and Observatory Director, National Ecological Observatory Network •    Andrew Bochman - INLer & Atlantic Council Global Energy Center Non Resident Senior Fellow •    Dr. Sweta Chakraborty - CEO, We Don’t Have Time North America •    Dr. John Balbus - Acting Director, Office of Climate Change and Health Equity, Department of Health and Human Services •    Melinda Sych - Chief Commercial Officer at Battelle •    Pranjal Gupta - PhD Candidate - Computational Neuroscience •    Ashley Nguyen – Student and winner of Battelle Climate Challenge  •    John Conger - President, Conger Strategies & Solutions •    Michael Janus - Senior Vice President & General Manager at Battelle •    Monika Serrano - Resilience Program Manager at Turner Construction  •    Taylor Dimsdale - Senior Fellow, Climate and Disaster Resilience, Fors Marsh  •    Lisa Avedon - Marketing and Communications Leader at Battelle This episode was generously sponsored by Battelle. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit here! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! 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List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/ 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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

22 Mai 20231h 26min

In episode 184 of America Adapts, we’re headed to Trinidad and Tobago for the Keeping History Above Water conference. The event brought together international speakers and experts to discuss the challenges faced by island communities in the face of climate change.  The goal of the conference was to advance the resilience and long-term preservation of Trinidad and Tobago's historic sites and cultural resources. Experts from Trinidad and Tobago, Montserrat, St. Maarten, Cuba, as well as cultural heritage experts from the United States joined the podcast. And did you know, this beautiful island nation is famous for creating the limbo dance and steel drums! Topics covered: Climate change is threatening historic and coastal communities across the Caribbean region, including in Trinidad and Tobago. The conference brought together international speakers and experts to discuss the challenges faced by island communities due to climate change. The role of the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago. Trinidad and Tobago is famous for the limbo dance and steel drums. Advancing the resilience and long-term preservation of Trinidad and Tobago's historic sites and cultural resources. The U.S. State Department is supporting climate adaptation. Perspectives from the U.S. Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago. Island communities are particularly vulnerable to climate change. Climate adaptation experts from Trinidad and Tobago, Montserrat, St. Maarten, Cuba, as well as cultural heritage experts from the United States, share their expertise. Experts in this Episode: Lisa Craig  – Principal The Craig Group Cheri-Ann Pascall - Tour Guide, Trinidad & Tobago Tour Guides Association Margaret MacDowell  - Chairwoman, National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago Martin Perschler  - Program Director, U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, U.S. Department of State Dr. Cleary Larkin  - Acting Director, Historic Preservation Program and Preservation Institute Nantucket; Department of Urban and Regional Planning; University of Florida Kishan Kumarsingh  - Head of the Multilateral Environmental Agreements Unit, Ministry of Planning and Development Candace Bond  - U.S. Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago Dr. Jay Haviser  - Director, St.  Maarten Archaeological Center Dr. Angela Schedel  - Vice President, Coastal Resilience Planning at Taylor Engineering Dr. David Guggenheim  - Marine Scientist Vernaire Bass  - Manager, National Museum of Montserrat Jeff Goodell  - Author of “The Water Will Come”. Alderman Joel Martinez - His Worship the Mayor of Port of Spain Kara Roopsingh - Senior Heritage Preservation and Research Officer, National Trust Trinidad and Tobago This episode was generously sponsored by The Craig Group. Check out the America Adapts Media Kit here! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ https://www.instagram.com/america_adapts/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/lcraig1960/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-perschler-043766b/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/clearylarkinphd/ Resources and Links in this episode: https://www.thecraiggrouppartners.com/ Resilient Heritage https://resilientheritagett.com/project-details/ https://historyabovewater.org/2023-trinidad-and-tobago/ Keeping History Above Water Conference Program Videos from the conference available here. Contact The Craig Group here. Social media image created by Angela Kliever Special thanks to Catherine Childs for recording the “Donkey” story by Mr. Carlos. Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Android 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 here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco  Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities 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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders https://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor http://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it https://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa https://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

8 Mai 20232h 1min

In episode 183 of America Adapts, it’s a re-release of episode 68.  Doug travels down under to Melbourne, in the state of Victoria. Doug was invited to give the keynote address at the Victoria Adaptation Summit, then he participated in the National Adaptation Conference, where he interviewed experts from throughout southern Australia. Learn innovative adaptation techniques from the private sector, local councils and the state government. Topics in this episode: local council approach to climate adaptation; innovative tools for communicating climate adaptation; understanding climate risks and profiting off it; the psychology of adapting to climate change; Victoria state government and the emerging role of states in adaptation planning; the use of big data in climate planning; private sector adaptation; can kangaroos adapt to climate change, and much more! Plus a bonus conversation with Dr. Amy Brady about her new book, Ice: From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks--a Cool History of a Hot Commodity. Guests in this episode: ·         Kath Rowley,  Executive Director of the Climate Change Division in Victoria’s Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning·         Nina Keath, Senior Strategic Planner, City of Onkaparinga ·         James Despaquali, Sustainability Planning and Strategy Officer at City of Whittlesea ·         Rohan Handem, XDI, Director,  Projects·         Dr. Johanna Nalau, Postdoctoral Research Fellow with Griffith Climate Change Response Program (GCCRP) ·         John Doole, Manager Environmental Services at Kingborough Council ·         Dr. Jean Palitikoff, Director of the National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility ·         Judy Turnbull and Fabian Sack, Sustainably ·         Dr Hallie Eakin, Senior Sustainability Scientist, Arizona State·         Browyn Bresham, Senior Clinical Psychologist, Compassionate Nature·         Julian Stanley, Senior Climate Change Planner at Barwon Water Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Android 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 here! Now on Spotify! Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/ Links in this episode: https://climateleadership2018.com.au/speaker/kath-rowley/ http://climateadaptation2018.com.au/what-39-s-on https://www.climatechange.vic.gov.au/adapting-to-climate-change-impacts https://www.climatechange.vic.gov.au/media-releases/climate-leadership-declaration http://www.climatemonitor.tv/ https://youtu.be/1urw_JVUUq8 https://www.psychologyforasafeclimate.org/publications http://xdi.systems/http://vicadaptation18.w.yrd.currinda.com/# Book by Dr. Amy Brady:  Ice:  From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks – A Cool History of a Hot Commodity https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/700456/ice-by-amy-brady/ https://amybradywrites.com/ Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Android 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 here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/   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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

17 Apr 20232h 4min

In episode 182 of America Adapts, Doug Parsons host Mark Nevitt, a former Navy Jag and now Law professor at Emory University.  Mark shares his insights on the intersection of law and climate change. They discuss how US laws were created during a much more stable climate and how the legal system has not kept up with the current climate moment. The takings clause in the US Constitution is now relevant for climate change and Mark and Doug dig into this issue. Mark also considers his military experience good preparation to get into climate adaptation. We also discuss whether judges should recuse themselves if they are climate skeptics and should we amend the US Constitution to address important adaptation issues. Also, what would happen if the President declared a national emergency around climate change. Join us for this fascinating discussion on the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of law and climate change. Topics covered: ·         Mark's military background in the Navy and military justice informs his perspective on climate change adaptation. ·         US laws were created during a time of more stable climate, which poses legal uncertainties for climate adaptation measures. ·         The takings clause in the US Constitution is relevant to climate change adaptation.  ·         Cities that commit funding for infrastructure are now liable to maintain it, even in the face of long-term climate impacts.  ·         Climate skeptics may pose a challenge to legal decisions in climate adaptation cases, raising questions about judge recusal. ·         Is there a need to amend the US Constitution to address important adaptation issues? ·         Without a change in legal doctrine, climate adaptation will default to unmanaged retreat, exacerbating existing inequalities. ·         A declaration of a national emergency around climate change by the President could help to spur action on climate adaptation.  ·         The 5th Amendment presents challenges for implementing many climate adaptation measures due to its provisions on property rights and compensation. Subscribe to the America Adapts newsletter here. Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-parsons-america-adapts/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marknevitt/@marknevitt https://twitter.com/emorylaw?lang=en Links in this episode: Mark Nevitt Emory Profile: https://law.emory.edu/faculty/faculty-profiles/nevitt-profile.html Link to the paper The Legal Crisis Within the Climate Crisis, forthcoming in the Stanford Law Review:  https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4372312 Emory Climate Research Initiative:  https://news.emory.edu/stories/2022/12/er_climate_initiative_02-12-2022/story.html Emory’s Environmental Law Clinic:  https://law.emory.edu/academics/clinics/faculty-led-clinics/turner-environmental-law-clinic.html Lawfare and Just Security climate pages - https://www.lawfareblog.com/contributors/mnevitt and https://www.justsecurity.org/author/nevittmark/ How do We Manage Managed Retreat?  https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/climate-adaptation-strategies-how-do-we-manage-managed-retreat/ Mark Nevitt Scholarship website on SSRN:  https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/cf_dev/AbsByAuth.cfm?per_id=1916527 Previous America Adapts Episodes Referenced in this Episode Episode 156: Affordable Housing and Climate Change with Laurie Schoeman of Enterprise Community Partners with Laurie Schoeman Episode 116:  The Biggest Short: Climate Change meets the 30-Year Home Mortgage with Dr. Jesse Keenan Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Android 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 here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/   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 here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leadershttps://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisorhttp://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight ithttps://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexahttps://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app 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 donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.   Podcast Music produce by Richard Haitz Productions Write a review on Apple Podcasts ! America Adapts on Facebook!   Join the America Adapts Facebook Community Group. Check us out, we’re also on YouTube! Executive Producer Dr. Jesse Keenan Subscribe to America Adapts on Apple Podcasts Doug can be contacted at americaadapts @ g mail . com

10 Apr 202357min