Thriving Earth Exchange (TEX) helps communities leverage Earth and space science to build a better future for themselves and the planet. TEX does this by bringing together Earth and space scientists and community leaders and helping them combine science and local knowledge to solve on‐the‐ground challenges related to natural hazards, natural resources, and climate change. By 2019, Thriving Earth Exchange will launch 100 partnerships, engage over 100 members, catalyze 100 shareable solutions, and improve the lives of 10 million people. Through the Thriving Earth Exchange, local leaders and Earth and space scientists will create resilient communities that enrich the Earth. Working together, we will create solutions for the planet, one community at a time.
Thriving Earth Exchange (TEX)
http://thrivingearthexchange.org/about-tex/
Projects
http://thrivingearthexchange.org/projects/
Atlanta, Georgia
Developing an Atmospheric Monitoring and Research Station
Berlin, Maryland
Restoring a Local Pond for Recreational Use
Boise, Idaho
Selecting Materials for Geothermal Systems
Boston, Massachusetts
Assessing Flood Risk of Food Distribution Centers
Boulder, Colorado
Deepening a City-Wide Commitment
Brookline, Massachusetts
Building Community Resilience to Extreme Heat
Chelsea, Massachusetts
Synthesizing Climate Vulnerability Assessments
Colorado
Encouraging Air Quality Data Collection and Education
Denver, Colorado
Assessing Unhealthy Air in Homes
Ethiopia, Horn of Africa
Modeling Water Availability and Use
Eugene, Oregon
Setting Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Targets
Global
Opening Up the World’s Real-Time Air Quality Data
Granite City, Illinois
Improving Local Air Quality
Hermosa Beach, California
Exploring Renewable Energy Options
Jackson, Wyoming
Protecting a Crucial Stream
Kennedale, Texas
Evaluating Water Quality and Flood Risk
Kentucky
Using Local Data to Improve Water Management
Las Vegas, Nevada
Assessing Drought Risk and Vulnerability
Los Angeles, California
Addressing Community Concerns About Fracking and Earthquakes
Midway, Georgia
Designing a Weather-Ready City Hall
Northern Great Plains
Supporting Traditional Tribal Agriculture
Oakland, California
Designing Resilient Storm Water Management
Pamir Mountains, Afghanistan and Tajikistan
Adapting Ecological Calendars to a Changing Climate
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Creating a Carbon Inventory and Dashboard
Sri Lanka
Determining Environmental Influences on Kidney Disease
Washington, DC
Planning Heat Resilient Urban Design