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Confronting climate change
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At WSU, we’re all about tackling real-world challenges, and climate change is at the top of the list. Through innovative research, smart mitigation tactics, and adaptable strategies, we're committed to making a difference. Our Coug community is stepping up—collaborating on projects that not only address the crisis but also empower future generations. Join us on this journey to create a sustainable future. Discover how we’re confronting climate change at [WSU.edu](https://www.wsu.edu).
Confronting climate change
A look at how WSU is helping confront climate change through research, mitigation, and adaptation strategies.
Institute for Northwest Energy Futures to demonstrate dual-use capability of solar panels in apple production
A $2.4 million state grant will fund a 1-acre demonstration system that both provides electrical generation and strategic orchard shading to help protect against sun damage.
Prime apple-growing areas in US face increasing climate risks
While many growing areas are facing increased climate risks, the top three largest apple-producing counties in the U.S. were among the most impacted: Yakima in Washington, Kent in Michigan and Wayne in New York.
Older adults appear less emotionally affected by heat
A WSU-led study found that emotional responses to heat are highly individualized and only one factor moderated it — age.
Project aims to better understand water demands from extreme heat
Gentle mist floating over orchards may not seem like much water, but those fine droplets can add up to big trouble when extreme heat means a lot of misting — and potentially greater conflict over water use.
Extension tackles climate awareness
WSU is weaving adaptation and mitigation into Extension programming as part of its long-held commitment to building resilient communities.
New program helps students graduate with extra training to tackle carbon emissions
The first cohort of graduates from the Energy Conscious Construction certificate program are hoping to use their training to design and build more efficient and less carbon-polluting homes.
Heat, cold extremes hold untapped potential for solar and wind energy
A WSU-led study found that widespread, extreme temperature events are often accompanied by greater solar radiation and higher wind speeds that could be captured by solar panels and wind turbines.
Polar bears unlikely to adapt to longer summers
Researchers tracked polar bears using video/GPS collars and found that while some rested and some foraged, nearly all still lost weight rapidly.
WSU research addresses climate change on multiple fronts
More than 60 departments are active in climate-related research, a priority rooted in the university’s land-grant mission of service informed by its science.
Climate change science vs. politics marks focus of CEREO debate
The Center for Environmental Research, Education and Outreach’s Debate Series Spring 2019 continues with “Tapping the tensions between the science and politics of climate change.”
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