Extreme Heat and Pregnancy
Short-term exposure to extreme heat is associated with mental health problems during pregnancy, according to a new paper from NCICS researcher Dr. Jennifer Runkle and colleagues. The study adds to a large and growing body of evidence documenting the health risks associated with climate change in general and high temperatures in particular.
NOAA Cooperative Institute Agreement Renewed
Under a new five-year agreement with $95 million in funding for NC State, NCICS will continue hosting NOAA’s Cooperative Institute for Satellite Earth System Studies.
Fifth National Climate Assessment
On November 14, 2023, the U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) released The Fifth National Climate Assessment (NCA5). This important report, which advances our understanding of climate change, its impacts on the United States, and efforts to respond to the challenges it presents, is available now at
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NCICS—part of NC State University—is looking for a climate data analyst to join our team in Asheville. This is a chance to use innovative approaches, including AI/ML computing frameworks, to develop and improve #climate data products. Our work supports NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information and other partners, with the goal of providing users everywhere with reliable, accessible, and useful environmental information. Details at: buff.ly/4ae2yTa
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NCICS is working closely with NOAA’s NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information on the Industry Proving Grounds (IPG) initiative, which deploys climate data to help U.S. businesses make critical decisions. Jenny Dissen and colleagues lead IPG’s retail-sector engagement efforts, working closely with the Retail Industry Leaders Association. Learn more about IPG: www.noaa.gov/climate-industry🚀🎆In late July, NCEI’s Industry Proving Grounds (IPG) initiative unveiled a new website to revolutionize climate resilience across key U.S. industries. This initiative, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, will empower the architecture and engineering, re/insurance, and retail sectors with actionable climate data. By bolstering decision-making capabilities in these target industries, IPG aims to support economic stability and enhance community protection nationwide - particularly in underserved communities.
Visit the IPG website to learn more: www.noaa.gov/climate-industry
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