Last Reviewed by MLTC: 02/05/2026.
A national clearinghouse of climate adaptation strategies, policies, and case studies, paired with background material on projected climate change impacts and adaptation considerations for Massachusetts ecosystems. These materials support land trusts seeking examples of adaptation approaches and general context for climate-related conservation planning in Massachusetts.
Documents:
- Climate Change Adaptation Clearing House
A national clearinghouse maintained by the Georgetown Climate Center that compiles climate adaptation strategies, policies, and case studies across sectors including land use, ecosystems, water, infrastructure, and conservation.
Resource: https://www.adaptationclearinghouse.org/ - Climate Change in Massachusetts – Ecological Impacts and Adaptation (Hector Galbraith, Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences; 2008)
A presentation describing projected climate change impacts on Massachusetts ecosystems and outlining key ecological adaptation questions.
Resource: malt-hectorgalbraith.pdf