May 13, 2008, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, EDT (18:00-20:00 GMT)

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• May 13, 2008

Today, the scientific consensus on global climate change is challenging our assumptions about water resources. Wetland habitats in particular are faced with unique challenges due to a number of factors including rising sea levels and variable temperature and precipitation patterns. The importance of wetland functions and ecosystem services will continue to grow as the climate changes. Webcast instructors will discuss the issue from diverse perspectives reflecting the multifaceted approach needed to address the problem. Join us to learn more about the latest research findings, effects on inland and coastal wetlands in Alaska and Maine, and collaborative planning efforts in the Hudson River Valley to build coalitions that support adaptation strategies to protect people and the environment.

• Virginia Burkett, Chief Scientist for Global Change Research at the U.S. Geological Survey (virginia_burkett@usgs.gov)
• Peter Slovinsky, Coastal Geologist, Maine Geological Survey (Peter.A.Slovinsky@maine.gov)
• Jim Powell, Ph.D. candidate, Water Quality Standards Section Manager, Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (jim.powell@alaska.gov)
• David VanLuven, Hudson River Estuary Landscape Director, The Nature Conservancy-Eastern NY Chapter (dvanluven@tnc.org)

• Helen Siverling, Tetra Tech, Inc (helen.siverling@tetratech-ffx.com)

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