Advancing Interdisciplinary Climate and Fisheries Adaptation Research

Climate change impacts the ecosystems, livelihoods, economies, and cultures of fisheries and fishing communities in the U.S. Resilient and sustainable fisheries support working waterfronts and coastal communities, provide opportunities for commerce, are tied to rich cultures, and help meet the growing demand for seafood across the U.S.

The Climate and Fisheries Adaptation (CAFA) Program supports interdisciplinary research designed to advance the adaptation and resilience of fishing communities and promote the sustainable management of the nation’s valuable fisheries in response to rapidly changing climate and ocean conditions.

The CAFA program brings together a diverse, interdisciplinary scientific community from the academic community, Indigenous and Tribal organizations, NOAA and other federal agencies, and non-governmental organizations, along with key fisheries stakeholders to tackle some of the most pressing issues related to fishing community adaptation and sustainable fisheries management in a changing climate.