![]() A Free Lecture Series Presented by Salem Sound Coastwatch and the National Park Service. November 19 - "How is Climate Change affecting our National Parks - and the National Park Service?" – Jonathan Parker of the Salem Maritime National Historic Site will share what the National Park Service response to climate change. December 3 – "A Piece of the Carbon Mitigation Puzzle: America's Offshore Wind Energy Opportunity" - Fara Courtney, Director of US Offshore Wind Collaborative will examine the status of the offshore wind industry globally, and the potential, progress and challenges in this country, with a particular focus on activity in the Northeast. December 10 - "Preparing for Coastal Climate Change: How Do We Assess Vulnerability and Plan to Adapt?" - Dr. Paul Kirshen, Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering, UNH, is a climate expert in developing strategies to help adapt coastal urban infrastructures to address climate change. Where: The National Park Service Regional Visitor Center, 2 New Liberty Street, Salem MA 01970 Cost: Free Past Speakers and Presenters include: Dr. Cameron Wake, Research Associate Professor, Climatology and Glaciology at the University of New Hampshire Contact: |
Last updated: October 22, 2013