Climate Change Science
Climate change impacts are already beginning to affect our marine ecosystems. Increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is dissolving into the oceans, leading to increased ocean acidification. This has impacts on corals and shellfish. Water current patterns and temperatures are changing leading to shifts in species habitats and ranges. USC has a number of researchers tackling many of these issues in their current research. At USC Sea Grant, we are funding these researchers and others researchers and working to translate their findings to help coastal decision-makers develop policies to mitigate and/or adapt to these changes.
Research and Outreach Projects
- Ocean Acidification Impacts on Shellfish Workshop
- Climate Change in the Southern California Bight
Educational Tools
- Understanding Ocean Acidification Workshop
Funding Opportunities
Click here to learn about funding opportunities through USC Sea GrantFor more information
Juliette Hartjahart@usc.edu
213.740.1937
National Focus Area
Healthy Coastal EcosystemsSafe and Sustainable Seafood Supply
