Plan

Statewide Summary Report: California's Fourth Climate Change Assessment

Summary

The Fourth Assessment included, for the first time, the development of Statewide Reports covering critical topics for California. These summary reports include Climate Justice, Tribal and Indigenous Communities within California, and California’s Ocean and Coast. Finally, the Statewide Summary Report provides an overview of the findings and context for the entire Fourth Assessment.

Year

2024

Details

Hazards Addressed

Air Quality

Changing Seasons

Drought

Erosion and Shoreline Recession

Extreme Heat

Flooding – Coastal

Flooding – General

Flooding – Rainfall-induced

High Winds

Landslides

Multiple or All Hazards

Vector-Borne Disease

Water Quality

Wildfire

Assets

Agriculture and Food Supply

Aquatic and Marine Resources

Critical Facilities

Cultural and Community Services

Economy

Energy and Utilities

Forestry

Multiple or All Assets

Natural Areas and Wildlife

People

Property

Transportation and Mobility

Urban Landscape and Tree Canopy

Water Infrastructure – Drinking Water

Water Infrastructure – General

Water Infrastructure – Stormwater

Water Infrastructure – Wastewater

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Equity Insights

The Climate Justice Summary report identifies gaps in peer-reviewed literature and the state’s ongoing Climate Change Assessment to better address climate adaptation for those most vulnerable and to promote climate justice in California. This study aims to encourage further discussion among stakeholders, community leaders, and climate scientists to address these pressing concerns.