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The WorkshopThe Rocky Mountain/Great Basin (RMGB) Regional Workshop was held February 16-18, 1998, as part of the series of US Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) regional climate change workshops. This series of workshops is seen as a first step in a U.S. national assessment of the potential consequences of climate variability and change. In many ways, the RMGB region is one of the most complex for which the effects of climate change are being assessed. The RMGB region encompasses a portion of nine, large western states that experience great climatic variation across this extensive region. Issues for AnalysisThe follow-up assessment considers a limited number of key sectors and issues that are critical in the Rocky Mountain/Great Basin region. The issues addressed include: Water, Agriculture, Ranching, Skiing and Tourism, Urban/Industrial, and Natural Ecosystems. The Assessment focus is on addressing environmental and socio-economic impacts due to climate changes, recognizing that some of the current stresses in the region are complicating factors. Strategy for the AssessmentThe general strategy for the Rocky Mountain/Great Basin Regional Assessment was to work with specialist focus-groups on climatology, water resources, and affected sectors to develop best-probability scenarios. These were evaluated in the context of the socio-economic structure and trends, public-land administration, and energy needs. This strategy was carried out in council with an Assessment Team of sector professionals and a broader Steering Committee of sector representatives. The Assessment report is expected during 2002.
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