Climate change is already beginning to affect New York State and
these impacts are projected to grow. At the same time, the state
has the ability to develop adaptation strategies that will address
many climate-related risks, thereby reducing impacts and taking
advantage of possible opportunities. The ClimAID assessment
presented in this volume provides information on climate change
impacts and adaptation for eight sectors in New York State: water
resources, coastal zones, ecosystems, agriculture, energy,
transportation, telecommunications, and public health. Observed
climate trends and future climate projections were developed for
seven regions across the state. Within each of the sectors, climate
risks, vulnerabilities, and adaptation strategies are identified.
Integrating themes across all of the sectors are equity and
environmental justice and economics. Case studies are used to
examine specific vulnerabilities and potential adaptation
strategies in each of the eight sectors. These case studies also
illustrate the linkages among climate vulnerabilities, risks, and
adaptation, and demonstrate specific monitoring needs.
Stakeholder participation was critical to the ClimAID assessment
process to ensure relevance to decision makers across the
state.



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