Climate Adaption And Resiliency Program
California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB)
What does it fund?
Development and implementation of climate adaptation and resiliency projects that prioritize conservation and management of natural and working lands, provide technical assistance for natural and working land managers, and support efforts that improve rural and urban coordination on climate change adaptation.
Who is eligible for funds?
Local agencies, park and open space districts, resource conservation districts, private landowners, and nonprofits.
How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?
The Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program considers the ability of projects to provide direct, assured, and meaningful benefits to priority populations as a competitive scoring criterion. Guidelines recommend direct consultation with local communities to determine needs and work collaboratively to address them while avoiding displacement or undue burden resulting from project activity.
How do I access funds?
Apply through a statewide competitive process.
Funding timeline
No additional funds are available at this time.
Project Profiles
Read stories of projects funded by this program.
Cumulative Statistics
As of November 30, 2023
$20.0 million allocated
$18.5 million implemented
$5.9 million benefiting priority populations
130,451 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions
31 projects implemented
2023 Achievements
Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023
$2.0 million implemented
0 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions
50 full-time equivalent jobs reported
Other Estimated Benefits
9,418 acres of land preserved
18,836 acres land restored