TBEC Updates
We will periodically update this page to highlight current completed jobs or proud points within our company. We're proud of the work we accomplish and the help we bring to various people and communities. Please take a moment to view our accomplishments!
New Offerings! - TVIS
Introducing the Targeted Vulnerability Impact Statement (TVIS) – a cost-effective, focused solution designed to address specific climate vulnerabilities with precision and efficiency.
Natural Resource Conservation Plan Development and Pilot Study for Blue Mussels in Unalaska Bay
Qawalangin Tribe of Unalaska reached out to TBEC to develop a conservation and rehabilitation plan to restore blue mussel habitat in Unalaska Bay. This project included management planning, ecosystem monitoring, and community outreach.
Grants Awarded
We have just received our 18th awarded grant. Bringing our awarded grant total to $121,881,216.00!
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Climate Impact Statements
The Levelock Village Council will conduct a Climate Impact Statement for the Native Village of Levelock, Alaska. The Climate Impact Statement will assess how future climate scenarios could affect Levelock and provide strategies to improve their resilience to hazards like sea level rise and flooding. In particular, it will focus on how climate change could impact erosion of the Kvichak River, which the community relies on for supply services and sockeye salmon fishing.
Generations of Change
TBEC partnered with Chugach Regional Resource Commission to put together a storymap, highlighting seven generations of change, from the perspective of one of the locals. This storymap highlights all the climate change that has happened and is projected to happen.
TBEC does Australia!
We are thrilled to announce that we were invited to deliver a keynote presentation at the Developing Northern Australia Conference 2023. Our presentation highlighted the integration of Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) with advanced climate modeling to enhance the climate resilience of Native Alaskan communities. Our approach underscores the importance of combining traditional knowledge with modern technology to create actionable data that supports sustainable community planning and resilience. We're honored to contribute to the global conversation on climate adaptation and look forward to continuing our efforts in fostering resilient communities.
Link to presentation: DNA 2023 Final.pdf
New Publication in Atmospheric and Climate Sciences
We are excited to share that our latest technical paper has been published in Atmospheric and Climate Sciences. This paper reviews the methodology behind the climate data we use in our service offerings, providing a detailed synthesis of future changes in extreme events in Alaska. Utilizing an ensemble of regional climate model simulations from CMIP6 and the Arctic-CORDEX project, we evaluated 13 extreme event indices across seven different climate zones in Alaska. The findings highlight significant increases in temperature thresholds, extended warm spells, and increased precipitation events. These insights are critical for planning adaptation actions and building resilience in the face of ongoing climate change. We are proud to contribute to the scientific community and support our clients with robust, data-driven climate assessments.
Link to paper: https://www.scirp.org
Alaska Forum on the Environment 2024
We recently presented at AFE 2024. Our presentation focused on the innovative approaches we employ to address the multifaceted impacts of climate change on Alaska's diverse regions. Leveraging NSF SBIR Phase II funding, we showcased how we combine advanced data modeling, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), and community engagement to develop actionable climate impact statements. These statements integrate biophysical and socio-economic factors, helping communities enhance resilience and sustainable infrastructure development. We're proud to contribute to the ongoing efforts to navigate the challenges of a changing climate effectively.
Link to Presentation: AFE_2024 TBEC-NSF.pdf
