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National Strategy Team

The National Strategy Team guides the development of the Climate Ready America system by making decisions and solving problems within the system that are national or system-wide in nature. It is comprised of experts in climate adaptation, mitigation, and social justice. These members share a commitment to the 10 guiding principles of Climate Ready America. Team members work closely with the Geos Institute board and staff to support the ongoing evolution of the Climate Ready America system.

  • Nikki Cooley, Co-Manager of Tribal Climate Change Program, Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
  • Nancy Gilliam, Model Forest Policy Program
  • Lara Hansen, Chief Scientist & Executive Director, EcoAdapt
  • Meredith Herr, Deputy Director, Climate Access
  • Glynis Lough – Director, Science for Climate Action Network, Aspen Global Change Institute
  • Atyia Martin, Black Resilience Network and All Aces
  • Matt Posner, The Resiliency Company
  • Andrew Rumbach, Urban Institute
  • Lola Schoenrich, Vice President, Great Plains Institute

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Learn more about the individuals advising the Climate Ready America initiative on a variety of topics.

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