Climate Risks and Vulnerabilities Assessment
The Climate Risk & Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) examines how climate change may affect Edmonds’ infrastructure, ecosystems, economy, and community well-being. The assessment identifies areas of vulnerability, evaluates potential impacts, and helps inform long-term resilience planning.
King tide at the Edmonds Waterfront Center.
Purpose
The CRVA Statement of Purpose outlines the scope, objectives, and guiding principles of the assessment.
Climate Risk & Vulnerability Assessment — Statement of Purpose (PDF)
Tools and Resources
Planning for a Resilient Edmonds in a Changing Climate
by Steven Cristol and David Jones
When most people concerned about the environment think about global warming, they first think about greenhouse gas emissions and how to reduce our impact on climate change. That remains crucial, but what about reducing climate change’s impact on us?
To protect our residents, businesses, property and infrastructure, Edmonds as a coastal community must thoughtfully and aggressively plan how we will adapt to sea level rise and increased exposure to flooding. Our waterfront and downtown are the income-generating engines of Edmonds, which impact all our residents and city services. They are also the most at risk from the rise in sea level that will occur in the coming decades. Read the full article HERE.
