About

What is CAHS?

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Vision

Apply hydrometeorological science to provide reliable information for decision making to increase resilience to environmental stresses.

CAHS is a one-stop-shop for applied hydrometeorological sciences. Specialized in regional climate modeling at arid and semi-arid region, our ongoing research interests include short-term and long-term weather and hydroclimate extremes, sub-seasonal to seasonal forecast, operational weather and renewable energy forecasts, precipitation and streamflow projections under the influence of climate change. Research outcomes are translated into actionable information for decision making, with the goal to increase environmental resilience.

Mission

Link hydrometeorological scientific knowledge and practice through modeling and by establishing paradigms for information generation and application.

Activities in CAHS focus on three interconnected categories: research, outreach, and services. Interdisciplinary teams are formed to conduct large-scale hydrometeorological research through public funded grants and private contract agreements. Services include data production and processing, user training, and assessment reports. Community engagements will be held to introduce critical climate change assessments for regional stakeholders. Student training in CAHS activities is through research participation and the Vertically Integrated Project (VIP) Program, with the goal to promote student retention and professional development.

Leadership

 

CAHS is a program within the Arizona Institute for Resilience (AIR) at the University of Arizona. AIR coordinates interdisciplinary programs and groups of faculty, students, and projects across the UArizona campus to develop practical, applied solutions that further resilience in our natural and human communities.