Thank you @maibached.bsky.social! This is the result of a massive effort by @virginiaclimate.bsky.social and an extended network of experts from around the Commonwealth and beyond. We are incredibly excited to share the first of many such assessments for Virginia.

Hazzah! Today, my colleagues at @virginiaclimate.bsky.social released the first-ever Virginia Climate Assessment, a "comprehensive, science-based evaluation of how past, current, and anticipated climate conditions have and will impact Virginia and its people." Please join me in thanking them. 1/2

The First Virginia Climate Assessment (VCA) is here! 🌱 After months of hard work, collaboration, and anticipation, the Virginia Climate Center is thrilled to announce the release of the first ever Virginia Climate Assessment (VCA). Read the VCA here: www.vaclimate.gmu.edu/virginia-cli...

Another sneak peek into the Virginia Climate Assessment 👀 Coming soon!

Sneak peek into the Virginia Climate Assessment 👀 The VCA will be covering a range of relevant, Virginia-specific topics: Changing climate conditions 🌦️ Virginia's temperature and precipitation patterns as well as sea levels have shifted, and changes are expected to continue into the future. ⬇️

As one of the lead authors of this assessment, I am so excited to share with others in just a few weeks!

Coming soon: The First Virginia Climate Assessment (VCA) 🌱 We’ve collaborated with experts across the Commonwealth to put together the first ever comprehensive review of Virginia’s changing climate and its impacts on our communities, economy, and infrastructure. FAQs 👇

Big announcement coming this week...🤫 Stay tuned!

Last day to register is tomorrow!

Don't miss out on your opportunity to broaden your understanding of policies & public affairs with our new Resilience, Public Engagement, and Community Problem Solving short course! Learn more and enroll below 👇

If tornadoes and increasingly dangerous winds are a threat to your community in Virginia, I encourage you to attend this upcoming summit. @olddominionu.bsky.social @virginiaclimate.bsky.social @the-vcca.bsky.social @cleanvirginia.org @mason4c.bsky.social

Calling Virginia/DC STEM students: Check out this amazing opportunity with The Alliance for a Sustainable Future at George Washington University to spend a summer in Sweden studying the challenges and opportunities of the green energy transition 🌱 Learn more or apply: rb.gy/tr7dei

New from the Virginia Climate Voices Blog: Could cities be linked to pesky summer afternoon downpours? 🏙️🌧️ Grad student Aasma Acharya discusses her thesis findings that uncovered a potential link between urban heat & heavy rain in a Richmond case study. www.vaclimate.gmu.edu/blog/cities-...

Ready to tackle today’s challenges head-on? This new interactive short course is designed to equip changemakers w/ tools to build community strength through resilience, collaboration, & real solutions. 🎯Perfect for community leaders, educators, & public service professionals.

At least 70% of US households are uninsured or underinsured against floods, yet climate change is rapidly increasing the number and severity of flooding in the US. This doesn’t end well for most people—unless we do something about it now. @lortizuriarte.bsky.social @virginiaclimate.bsky.social

@georgemasonu.bsky.social undergrad students, have you heard of the new Climate Resilience & Adaptation (CRA) Minor? The CRA minor is designed to complement all fields of study w/ specialized knowledge in climate science, policy, adaptation solutions, & research translation. Check it out👀

Advance community resilience with our NEW Resilience, Public Engagement, and Community Problem Solving short course! VCC & @GeorgeMasonISE have partnered to deliver this short course to professionals involved in local issues related to energy, environment, infrastructure, & more.

Hey @georgemasonu.bsky.social students & industry professionals, Looking to sharpen your climate planning skills? Or maybe you're looking to integrate climate activities into your field. Then this Fall 2025 course is for you! Scan the QR codes below to learn more.

The Resilient Virginia Conference is next week! We're looking forward to chatting with others dedicated to building a healthy home and resilient future for all Virginians. 🌱 Who else will be there?

It's dangerously hot out here, Virginia! Let's revisit some tips on how to stay safe in the heat: 📕 Educate yourself & loved ones on dangers & symptoms of heat exhaustion 🥤 Hydrate w/ water & electrolytes 🆒 Keep cool by staying indoors w/ AC or keep under shade while outdoors

Climate adaption actions are a remarkably great investment. New research by @worldresources.bsky.social finds that, on average, every $1 invested yields $10 in benefits! Communities, states, and nations should double down on their climate adaption initiatives. @virginiaclimate.bsky.social

New study out of the University of Richmond reveals local hot spots & climate vulnerabilities across 10 Virginia cities. Some key findings: 🌳More trees, lower temps 📍Underserved neighborhoods are hotter ⚠️Risks often overlap news.richmond.edu/releases/art...

VCC will be attending the 2025 Resilient Virginia Conference - Moving Virginia Forward. We hope to see you there! 👀 Register here to join us at the event: rb.gy/pid9e1

It's official! Virginia's Office of Commonwealth Resiliency is up and running. Another huge step towards a Resilient, Healthy, Sustainable home for all Virginians. 🌱 www.cbf.org/news-media/n...

George Mason civil engineering students are helping local Virginia communities improve their flood resilience 🚧🌊 www.gmu.edu/news/2025-05...

We're proud to take part in @georgemasonu.bsky.social's Grand Challenge Initiative of shaping a more sustainable, secure, and resilient world! 💡🌎 www.gmu.edu/grandchallenge

Psst, @georgemasonu.bsky.social students. Want to help shape the future of climate resilience, no matter your field? Now you can! The Climate Resilience & Adaptation Minor is now open to undergrads in any major w/ just 10 additional credits. Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/4jG9XyJ for more!🌱

VCC is collaborating with the City of Fairfax to inform flood planning and build resiliency to extreme flood events. 🌊🚧 Learn more from Mayor Catherine Read & local flood experts: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuv2...

Happy Earth Day, Virginia! 🌎💚 Every day is Earth Day here at the Virginia Climate Center. Sign up for our emailing list to stay updated on how our communities are paving the way to a Resilient, Healthy, Sustainable future. www.vaclimate.gmu.edu

Virginia's Department of Environmental Quality wants your feedback to help create Virginia's 2025 Comprehensive Climate Action Plan! 🌱 Take the survey here: rb.gy/uuyef8

Hey, @georgemasonu.bsky.social & other VA university students! Virginia Dept. of Environmental Quality invites you to an informational webinar to learn more about climate initiatives across the Commonwealth & how you can contribute. Register for 4/17: rb.gy/0wkcnz Register for 4/18: rb.gy/7lxxbu

@virginiaclimate.bsky.social is providing key technical assistance to Virginia's communities. Your contributions will help us scale that work to more communities who need data about their changing climate landscape!

It's @georgemasonu.bsky.social's #MasonVisionDay! 💚💛 Your contributions to the Virginia Climate Center will directly support Virginia communities in building resilience to climate impacts. 🌱 Contribute to a Resilient, Healthy, Sustainable Virginia here: rb.gy/itw7kx

Coastal floods are projected to occur 10x more in 2050 than they do now. 🌊 What does that look like in the Commonwealth? 146,000 Virginians at risk of losing their livelihoods. Building our #Resilience to coastal flooding is key.

Life in the flood zone. Surely make you lose your mind. images.climatecentral.org/2025CRF/2025...

The Center for Engagement, Environmental Justice, & Health is looking for passionate individuals to join the 2025 Climate Justice Fellows Program. Fellows will attend workshops, lectures, & collaborate on #EnvironmentalJustice projects with CEEJH staff. 🙌 Learn more here: rb.gy/cvpjk2

Hey students! Fairfax County's Office of Environmental & Energy Coord. is looking for a summer intern to provide technical & outreach support. This is a great opportunity to contribute to climate efforts in your community! 💚 Position Name: Work Student III Link: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/non-merit...

Have you heard of GetGreen Arlington? It's a new app to help make sustainable living more accessible and engaging in Arlington County! Kudos to @arlingtonva.us & EcoAction Arlington for contributing to a more resilient, healthy, sustainable Virginia. 👏 www.arlingtonva.us/About-Arling...

REACH is looking for graduate student fellows to work on health and environmental justice community projects. Are you interested? 🤔 Learn more about REACH: rb.gy/k5pthh View the Call for Applications: rb.gy/k5pthh

🌎 Webinar Alert 🌎 – Join us this Friday for an insightful conversation with Vernice Miller-Travis and Almeta Cooper on the pressing climate and health vulnerabilities facing communities. Plus, learn strategies for forging powerful cross-sector partnerships. Register here: bit.ly/4kJ4oRo

Meteorological spring has officially sprung! 🌻 This season serves as a reminder that everything changes and now, even spring itself is changing. Average spring temps are rising across VA, altering the timing of things like allergy and growing season.

Frigid temperatures had many of us in Virginia wrapped in layers this season. However, data point to continually warming winters in the Commonwealth. 🤔 www.axios.com/local/richmo...

Communities in southwest Virginia were hit by dangerous flooding over the weekend, amid ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. Increasing severe weather continues to pose challenges, but together we are a #Resilient Virginia. 💪 wset.com/news/local/v...

Want updates on Virginia's climate news, resiliency efforts, and VCC research? Sign up for our email list and tune into the Virginia Climate Voices blog! 📰 www.vaclimate.gmu.edu/blog

Here at the Virginia Climate Center (VCC), we believe all Virginians deserve a Resilient, Healthy, & Sustainable home. That's why we rally George Mason University experts to work w/ local communities & tackle their greatest climate challenges. Learn more about us!👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUXn...