Established in 2012, the South Central CASC provides scientific information, tools, and techniques to resource managers and communities in Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, and New Mexico.
Established in 2012, the South Central Climate Adaptation Science Center (SC CASC) provides decision-makers with the science, tools, and information they need to address the impacts of climate variability and change on their areas of responsibility. The SC CASC seeks to transform how climate science is conducted and applied in the south-central United States. They support big thinking, including multi-institutional and stakeholder-driven approaches to assessing the impact of climate extremes on natural and cultural resources. Since its inception, the SC CASC has also made it a priority to focus on working with Tribal Nations in the region.
To facilitate communication and collaboration with the 68 Tribal Nations in the region, the South CASC is joined by several Bureau of Indian Affairs Tribal Resilience Liaisons. Cynthia Naha with the University of Oklahoma serves Tribal Nations in New Mexico. She is joined by Assistant Liaison Yvette Wiley. April Taylor with the Chickasaw Nation serves Nations in Oklahoma, Texas, and Louisiana.
Consortium
- University of Oklahoma (Host)
- Chickasaw Nation
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Louisiana State University
- Oklahoma State University
- Texas Tech University
- University of New Mexico
Research Areas
- Climate and People
- Ecosystems and Wildlife
- Water Resources
- Extreme Events
- Drought and Fire
- Climate Projections
Key Documents & Reports
- Strategic Science Plan 2013-2018
- SC CASC Five-Year Review Report (2018)
- 2019 Annual Report
- 2018 Annual Report
- 2017 Annual Report
- 2016 Annual Report
- 2015 Annual Report
- 2014 Annual Report
- 2013 Annual Report
- 2012 Annual Report
- Fact Sheet (2012)
- Story Map: SC CASC Tribal Activities
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