Climate Change

The Impacts of Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Emissions on the Delaware River Basin

The impacts of climate change are already being seen and felt across the Delaware River Basin. From sea level and temperature rise to saltwater migration and intense storms, the impacts of a changing climate threaten over 13.3 million people who rely on the waters of the Basin. In the wake of recent extreme weather events, such as Superstorm Sandy and Hurricanes Ida and Henri, which have caused irreparable damage and tragic loss - it’s essential that we forge a path forward to reduce the impacts of climate change on our communities and limit the devastation in the future. Together, as a Coalition, we must take action to prioritize climate resiliency projects and advocate for Climate Change policy that will help to protect the Basin’s residents, particularly those residing in the most impacted communities.