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NCA Impacts on the Great Plains Key Messages 1-5

Educational Resources Overview:

"Rising temperatures are leading to increased demand for water and energy. In parts of the region, this will constrain development, stress natural resources, and increase competition for water. New agricultural practices will be needed to cope with changing conditions." NCA, 2014

The National Climate Assessment summarizes the impacts of climate change on the United States, now and in the future. This report collects, integrates, and assesses observations and research from around the country, helping us to see what is actually happening and understand what it means for our lives, our livelihoods, and our future. It is important that these findings and response options be shared broadly to inform citizens and communities across our nation. Climate change presents a major challenge for society. This report advances our understanding of that challenge and the need for the American people to prepare for and respond to its far-reaching implications.

Through its Our Changing Climate section and Climate Science Supplement sections, the NCA contains

Disclaimer:

The National Climate Assessment regional resources for educators is written, edited, and moderated by each team of contributors. Posts reflect the views of the team themselves and not necessarily Climate.gov, NOAA, or USGCRP.

Contributors:
Contributors: Kristen Poppleton, Will Steger Foundation
Sarah Evans, Will Steger Foundation

information that will help educators and students gain a deeper understanding of climate science. This content will support the integration of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) into science education. The NGSS also asks educators to raise the teaching of engineering design to the same level as scientific inquiry. In the Adaptation and Infrastructure Sections of the NCA, educators can find information on climate-related problems and solutions, including those that draw on engineering design. And the Decision Support Section provides information on how decision makers across the country are using climate information to prepare for the impacts of climate change that affect where they work and live.

The NCA Education Resources for the Great Plains Region features guiding questions, key figures, related resources, reviewed lesson plans, videos for all of the NCA key messages for the region. The site contains information that will help educators and students gain a deeper understanding of climate science and the implications for the region.

NCA Report and Highlights

Report

Highlights

Región Grandes Planicies (Spanish translation)

NCA Key Message 1: Energy, Water and Land Use

NCA Key Message 2: Sustaining Agriculture

NCA Key Message 3: Conservation and Adaptation

NCA Key Message 4: Vulnerable Communities

NCA Key Message 5: Opportunities to Build Resilience