Sigma Xi Poster Competition
Assessing and Enhancing Climate Resilience in Louisville, Kentucky: A GIS-Based Approach
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Graduate
Major
Earth and Environmental Science
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Dr. Robin Zhang
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
Abstract
The effects of climate change are increasingly evident, with rising sea levels, droughts, floods, and more intense hurricanes and heatwaves. The United States faces enduring consequences, including elevated temperatures and intensified storms, as projected by the US Global Change Research Program. Given these challenges, investing in research to assess community resilience to climate change is crucial. While many researchers have utilized a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods to understand the complex dynamics of community resilience, there's a gap in applying Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for this purpose. This study aims to fill this gap by using GIS to assess climate resilience in Louisville, Kentucky, which has experienced adverse impacts such as rising temperatures and increased threat of flooding. The research utilizes spatial data and analysis to understand vulnerabilities and develop targeted adaptation strategies. By identifying vulnerable areas and critical infrastructure, the study aims to inform evidence-based decision-making and enhance Louisville's adaptive capacity to climate change.
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Sigma Xi Poster Competition
Assessing and Enhancing Climate Resilience in Louisville, Kentucky: A GIS-Based Approach
Abstract
The effects of climate change are increasingly evident, with rising sea levels, droughts, floods, and more intense hurricanes and heatwaves. The United States faces enduring consequences, including elevated temperatures and intensified storms, as projected by the US Global Change Research Program. Given these challenges, investing in research to assess community resilience to climate change is crucial. While many researchers have utilized a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods to understand the complex dynamics of community resilience, there's a gap in applying Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for this purpose. This study aims to fill this gap by using GIS to assess climate resilience in Louisville, Kentucky, which has experienced adverse impacts such as rising temperatures and increased threat of flooding. The research utilizes spatial data and analysis to understand vulnerabilities and develop targeted adaptation strategies. By identifying vulnerable areas and critical infrastructure, the study aims to inform evidence-based decision-making and enhance Louisville's adaptive capacity to climate change.