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Who We Are
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension Climate Leadership Team is a network of over 45 educators and specialists across the state who help Wisconsin communities, tribal nations, and citizens respond to issues and opportunities of Wisconsin’s changing climate. We offer research-based programs that are tailored to local needs and built on knowledge from the diverse audiences we serve.
These Climate Leadership Team members are here to help:
Sherrie Gruder on clean energy & climate
Diane Mayerfeld on climate and agriculture
Cathy Techtmann on climate education outreach
Jenny Abel on climate and human development
Sheena Cook-Fuglsang on climate and Foodwise
Brandon Hofstedt on climate and community development
Our Vision
The Division of Extension has capacity across and within every Institute to work alongside individuals, communities, tribes, counties, and businesses to address the volatile challenges due to the causes and effects of climate change. Extension supports a dynamic framework of resources, strategic partnerships, collaboration, shared understandings, and best practices for solutions based on climate science and equity.
Our Partners
Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts (WICCI)
The Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts (WICCI) is a statewide collaboration of scientists and stakeholders formed as a partnership between UW-Madison’s Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. WICCI’s goals are to evaluate climate change impacts on Wisconsin and foster solutions.
Wisconsin State Climatology Office
The Wisconsin State Climatology Office provides evidence of climate change & variability through graphical data analysis. It provides climate information to Wisconsin residents, climate scientists and government agencies. Applied climate research it produces provides practical value-added products to help Wisconsin adapt to climate changes.
UW Nelson Institute
The Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies is confronting global environmental challenges through imaginative research that transcends disciplinary boundaries, hands-on education that bridges classrooms and communities, and public programs that foster environmental conversations among people from business, government, academia, and advocacy.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
The WDNR is dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. In partnership with individuals and organizations, DNR staff manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.
