Affiliated Resources
Josh Foster is affiliated with the following resources in the Adaptation Clearinghouse.
The Value of Green Infrastructure for Urban Climate Adaptation
February 2011
In this paper the Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP) provides information on the costs and benefits of “green” infrastructure solutions for bolstering local adaptation to climate change. The report provides examples of a variety of approaches to incorporating green practices as well as the benefits to urban communities, such as improvements in land value, quality of life, public health, hazard mitigation, and regulatory compliance. A selection of green infrastructure solutions are evaluated for their performance and benefits, discerning their value for climate adaptation.
Related Organizations: Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP)
Authors or Affiliated Users: Josh Foster, Ashley Lowe, Steve Winkelman
Resource Category: Solutions
Lessons Learned on Local Climate Adaptation from the Urban Leaders Adaptation Initiative
February 2011
This report summarizes the main findings of the Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP)'s Urban Leaders Adaptation Initiative. In partnership with government leaders from ten large counties and cities, CCAP launched the Initiative to foster local climate adaptation efforts and to develop and implement climate resilient strategies. This report provides an assessment of general lessons learned over the course of the project and thoughts about future directions for local climate adaptation.
Related Organizations: City of Toronto; Ontario, Canada, King County, Washington, Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP)
Authors or Affiliated Users: Josh Foster, Steve Winkelman, Ashley Lowe
Resource Category: Solutions
Ask the Climate Question: Adapting to Climate Change Impacts in Urban Regions
June 2009
This report highlights the innovative measures local governments are implementing to adapt to the impacts of climate change. Developed by the Center for Clean Air Policy's (CCAP) Urban Leaders Adaptation Initiative, the report offers best practices for how cities and counties throughout the country should be thinking about the actions and strategies that can reduce their communities' vulnerability to the dangers of a changing climate. Additionally, guidance recommendations for the planning process are synthesized, as are recommendations for the federal government to support local adaptation efforts.
Related Organizations: Center for Clean Air Policy (CCAP)
Authors or Affiliated Users: Ashley Lowe, Josh Foster, Steve Winkelman
Resource Category: Solutions
