Climate Change Is Real
Scientists who observe Earth's climate have documented a warming trend caused by human activity,
and the consensus is for the trend to continue.
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Consequences for Parks
Climate change transforms the natural and cultural landscapes of national parks and impacts
your national park adventure.
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Responding with Solutions
The National Park Service is managing with the best available science, making resources
more resilient, reducing our carbon footprint, and helping staff and the public appreciate the
implications of a changing climate.
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Make a Difference
Help us protect America's national parks with choices that reduce your carbon footprint at home and in
parks, while bringing personal benefits and future sustainability.
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From the Director...
"One of the most precious values of the national parks is their ability to teach us about ourselves and how we relate to the natural world. This important role may prove invaluable in the near future as we strive to understand and adapt to a changing climate."
– NPS Director Jon Jarvis
Climate Change Features
Climate Change Action Plan
Building from the Strategy, the NPS Climate Change Action Plan conveys high-priority, no-regrets actions the NPS is committed to undertake in the next two years to address climate change in national parks. It provides guidance to help NPS staff prioritize decisions so that actions are focused and integrated across the Service. Learn more...
Climate Change Response Strategy
The NPS Climate Change Response Strategy provides direction to our agency and employees for addressing and lessening the effects of climate change. It describes goals and objectives to guide our actions to protect the natural and cultural resources under our care through four integrated components: science, adaptation, mitigation, and communication. Learn more...
Climate Change Myths
Read about common climate change myths that have been dispelled by science. Learn more...
Have a Green Park Visit
Learn what steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint while visiting a national park. Learn more...
Explore the interactive map to learn more about how climate change affects different bioregions of the United States.
| Alaska Arctic | Pacific Coast | Great Lakes |
| Alaska Maritime | Arid Lands | Eastern Woodlands |
| Pacific Islands | Prairie Grasslands | Atlantic Coast |
| Western Mountains | Gulf Coast |
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Last updated: November 23, 2011
