Planning for Climate Resilience: Wildfire & Flooding
The forum will highlight recent research on the effects of climate change on our region’s ecosystems and our built environment, with a focus on wildfires and flooding. Two speakers will discuss ways in which we can develop plans, policies and implementing actions to make our communities more resilient to these impacts. Dr. James Randerson, Professor of Earth Systems Science at UC Irvine, will provide an overview of his research into the effects of climate change on wildfire risks in California. Robert Leiter, FAICP, who has been involved in local and regional urban planning in the San Diego region for more than 30 years, will present highlights of a recent report published by the American Planning Association (Regional Water Planning for Climate Resilience) which he co-authored. This report highlights the potential impacts of climate change on the San Diego region, including increased risks from wildfires and flooding.