Helping communities and organizations in the South Central U.S. assess and address their weather and climate risks and impacts
2026 South Central Climate Resilience Forum
We are excited to announce that the 2026 South Central Climate Resilience Forum (SCCRF) will be held from April 15th-17th, 2026, in San Antonio, TX. Building on the momentum from the 2024 SCCRF, the Forum is focused on fostering meaningful dialogue on climate resilience and adaptation across Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas.
New Communication Resource for Louisiana Hazard Mitigation
In 2023, SCIPP collaborated with the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management on the 2-page resource Why Hazard Mitigation Matters to Your Community. This new document is inspired by the Oklahoma version, and includes Louisiana-specific information and success stories. The goal of this resource is to be a communication tool to share its importance.
SCIPP Deputy Director Dr. Mark Shafer receives an Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Award
Dr. Mark Shafer received a 2025 Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Award for Superior Professional and University Service and Public Outreach for his extensive work in all aspects of climate services. Learn more about his accomplishment in the full news story below.
Forward-thinking leaders need accurate and timely climate data and information to protect their communities. Knowing whatโs coming and how to respond allows for informed decisions that prevent impact and reduce risk.
The South-Central United States is one of the most disaster-prone regions in the country, frequently experiencing billion-dollar climate disasters. Some of these weather events are becoming more frequent and more extreme, harming people and property in their wake. Costs of these events are also increasing, negatively impacting economies.
It can be overwhelming to sort through the resources that would help to lessen the impact of climate-related disasters.
At SCIPP, our mission is to help you help your communities by giving you a trusted source of information. We empower leaders by providing climate analyses and information that are relevant, accessible, and actionable. We engage with leaders such as yourself to ensure that our research meets the needs of real people like you.
As an interdisciplinary team with a focus on climate-centric research, we know just how much is at stake. It is incredibly difficult to make big decisions that impact real lives while also navigating bureaucratic priorities.
As an influential decision-maker, you deserve to feel confident youโre making smart choices that will make your community a better, safer place to live. Since 2008, weโve been dedicated to helping communities navigate their unique weather and climate risks and challenges. As a NOAA-funded program affiliated with top universities in the region, SCIPP provides unbiased, reliable information when you need it.
SCIPP Newsletter
2025 Summer Newsletter
- 2024-2025 Annual Report
- New Louisiana Hazard Mitigation Guide
- SCIPP Gives Extreme Heat Presentations
Webinars & Events
SCIPP sometimes hosts workshops and webinars on climate hazards and their impacts.
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Hereโs how to make SCIPPโs research work for you:
Visit our resource library
Search and filter results by location or climate issue
Download relevant documents
Use the data to inform your decisions
Canโt find what youโre looking for? Get in touch to inquire about a co-produced study based on your needs.
Visit our free resource library now to get started. And be sure to subscribe to our newsletter to get breaking data about climate issues and events.
As an influential decision-maker, you deserve to feel confident youโre making smart choices that will make your community a better, safer place to live.
