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Climate Risk in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan 

The impacts of climate change are immediate realities in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Climate-related hazards and low climate resilience due to geographic, topographic, and ecological factors characterize the rural communities with post-industrial economic decline within the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Recognizing this urgency, C-CHARM facilitates a diverse coalition, including research institutions, community organizations, educational entities, and industry partners, to unravel the intricacies of local climate change impact, and shape climate resilient strategies. C-CHARM engages in collaborative research, community involvement, and educational initiatives to empower rural communities in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for a more sustainable and climate-resilient future.

Erosion along Lake Superior. Photo credit: Evan Lanese.