Upcoming Events
Winter Webinar: Climate threats to outdoor recreation
Tuesday, March 19
12-1:30pm
Many popular winter recreational activities this year have been forced to cancel or change course due to unprecedented warm temperatures and lack of snow. In January, temperatures dipped enough for Lake Nokomis to freeze just days before the opening weekend of the US Pond Hockey Championship, but above average temperatures led organizers to cancel the second weekend of the event. And last fall, organizers of the Twin Cities Marathon also made the difficult decision to call off the race as temperatures rose high enough to threaten runners’ health. Join us for a conversation with leaders in outdoor recreation across our region — including organizers of Wisconsin’s Birkie ski race — about how these events can plan for and adapt to climate change, and how we can embrace equitable action in climate adaptation.
This webinar is co-hosted with the University of Minnesota Tourism Center.
Join Us on November 16 for Give to the Max
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Addressing the climate crisis will take skilled leadership and vision. That’s why we’re investing in training and hiring students to develop the next generation of climate adaptation professionals. But to make this program successful, we need your support. With your donation of $25 or more by November 16, we can build a strong foundation for our student programs next year. Visit z.umn.edu/GiveMCAP to make a gift.
2023 Midwest Climate Resilience Conference
Inspiring and encouraging climate adaptation in communities throughout the Midwest
October 25 - 27, 2023 | Duluth, MN
In collaboration with a wide range of partners and supporters, the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership (MCAP) will host the first Midwest Climate Resilience Conference, October 25 - 27, 2023 in Duluth, MN. The call for session and presentation proposals is now open.
MCAP News
Job Opportunity in the Wisconsin State Climatology Office
The Wisconsin State Climatology Office is currently seeking an Assistant State Climatologist to assist the Director in oversight of the State Climatology Office, the development and implementation of strategic plans, the coordination of long-term planning and research, development of relationships with partner organizations, and participation in the Climate Partners Team, by which the office will collaborate with organizations within the University of Wisconsin-Madison and across the state. Learn more here. Application deadline: October 9.
Join the MCAP Team as a Postdoctoral Research Associate!
MCAP is currently seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate focused on Climate Resilience Metrics to help advance the field of climate adaptation science and metrics development. Learn more and apply. Application deadline: September 23.
MCAP Project Coordinator Job Posting Now Open
MCAP is now accepting applications for the position of Project Coordinator to help support our growing portfolio of research projects, Extension programs, and stakeholder engagements and events. Learn more and apply at z.umn.edu/MCAP_Coordinator. Application deadline: Monday, September 4.