Climate Change Report: Life In 2050 (Southern California)

The San Diego Foundations Regional Focus 2050 Study, explores the impacts of climate change on San Diego into the future.

While the study includes some alarming predictions, it also includes some good news it is not too late to reduce the negative effects on our beautiful region. There is no question that our climate is changing due to a build-up of greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere. To fully understand the implications of climate change on San Diego, The San Diego Foundation commissioned the Focus 2050 Study. The study represents the first comprehensive, regional assessment of climate impacts undertaken for any county in California. It draws upon the latest scientific analysis and climate science from a team of over 40 multi-disciplinary experts from regional universities, local governments, public sector agencies, nonprofits, and private sector organizations.

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Science & Technology

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• san diego
• los angeles
• california wildfires
• climate change
• global warming
• ecosystem
• rising sea levels
• fresh water supply
• public health
• reliable power
• environment