one of the most severe threats to our valley and our community in the coming century is climate change. Loss of native plants and wildlife, sea level rise, increased risk of wildfire, more pests and disease, increased risk of flooding and drought, impacts to agriculture and viticulture-- all these impacts are likely to result from even moderate warming predicted in our region by climate models.

This page highlights information about climate change and links to important efforts to reduce the causes and impacts of climate change.

Climate Change and Sonoma Valley- Op Ed, Feb 2007

"Our Changing Climate- Assessing the Risks to California" - PDF-1.9M

Oakland Tribune--Climate change and grapes

Interactive sea level rise maps

Climate Protection Campaign

Flex Your Power -- California energy options to make a difference

Home energy use calculator or home energy use calculator for California

Preserving local biodiversity as the climate changes- Valley Forum, Jan 2008

Attractive alternatives to pest plants for your garden

Gardening for Wildlife