Fact Sheets

  1. Summary for Decision Makers
  2. Overview
  3. The Changing Southwest
  4. Present Weather and Climate: Average Conditions
  5. Present Weather and Climate: Evolving Conditions
  6. Future Climate: Projected Average
  7. Future Climate: Projected Extremes
  8. Natural Ecosystems
  9. Coastal Issues
  10. Water: Impacts, Risks, and Adaptation
  11. Agriculture and Ranching
  12. Energy: Supply, Demand, and Impacts
  13. Urban Areas
  14. Transportation
  15. Human Health
  16. Climate Change and U.S.-Mexico Border Communities
  17. Unique Challenges Facing Southwestern Tribes
  18. Climate Choices for a Sustainable Southwest
  19. Moving Forward with Imperfect Information
  20. Research Strategies for Addressing Uncertainties