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George Mason University's Virginia Climate Center is an extension service dedicated to improving resilience to climate change in Commonwealth communities. Learn more about us: https://www.vaclimate.gmu.edu/.
We trust the VCA will serve all Virginians with a valuable and reliable resource as we strive towards a Resilient, Healthy, Sustainable Virginia together.

Thank you to our authors, reviewers, partners, and communities for your dedication and immense support!
November 19, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Contact — Virginia Climate Center
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November 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM
How much information will the VCA provide?

The VCA has 9 chapters spanning over 90 pages containing key messages, traceable accounts, figures, tables, and call-out boxes with relevant context. That's a lot of information.
November 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM
What went into the writing process?

Our authors were charged with reviewing all existing literature and data relevant to Virginia's climate, associated impacts, and exposures to risk. Over 300 research products were evaluated throughout the VCA's writing process.
November 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Who put the VCA together?

The VCA was assembled by a large team of experts from across the Commonwealth spanning diverse disciplines such as climate dynamics, civil engineering, public health, and economics.
November 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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November 5, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Exposure to hazards 🚧

Virginia's economic sectors, people, and ecosystems are vulnerable to shifts in the climate system and the associated impacts.
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Risks and implications 🚨

Shifting conditions affect the risk of flood, drought, and extreme heat. These risks can interact and compound into further adverse impacts.
November 5, 2025 at 4:07 PM
How can I be notified when the VCA is released?

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www.vaclimate.gmu.edu
October 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Who wrote the VCA?

The VCC led the VCA in collaboration with authors and reviewers from various Virginia institutions.

Who can access the VCA and when?

The VCA will be open access and available for all to download on the Virginia Climate Center website in mid-November 2025.
October 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
What is the VCA’s purpose?

The VCA is the first iteration of a series of reports that will provide Virginia decision makers and leaders with vital weather and climate information to effectively prepare for disruptive climate events and plan for a more resilient future.
October 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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