A Multidisciplinary perspective to study Climate Change and Mountain Ecosystems: the working group on mountain research of the National Research Council of Italy (CNR)

Abstract ID: 3.13388 | Accepted as Poster | Requested as: Talk | TBA | TBA

Angela Marinoni (1)
Paolo, Bonasoni (1); Luigi, Mazari VIllanova (2); Martina, Mazzini (1); Barbara, Aldighieri (3); Marina, Cerasa (4); Marta, Chiarle (5); Alfonso, Crisci (6); Ettore, D'Andrea (7, 8); Sara, Di Lonardo (7, 8); Jacopo, Gabrieli (9); Stefania, Gilardoni (9); Daniele Giordan, Giordan (5); Nicolas, Guyennon (10); Antonietta, Ianniello (5); Clelia, Losavio (11); Marco, Morabito (6); Pietro, Mosca (12); Guido, Nigrelli (5); Lorenza, Pratali (13); Antonello, Provenzale (12); Davide, Putero (1); Michela, Rogora (10); Laura, Sanna (3); Silvia, Terzago (1); Michele, Girolami (14); Francesco, Petracchini (2)

(1) Institute of Atmospheric Science and Climate, National Research Council of Italy, Via Gobetti 101, Bologna, 40129, Italy
(2) Department of Earth System Sciences and Environmental Technologies, National Research Council of Italy, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 7, 00185 Roma, Italy
(3) Institute of Environmental Geology and Geoengineering, National Research Council of Italy, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 7, 00185 Roma Italy
(4) Atmospheric Pollution Research, National Research Council of Italy, Strada Provinciale 35d, 9 – 00010, Montelibretti, Italy
(5) Research Institute for Geo-Hydrological Protection, National Research Council of Italy, Strada delle Cacce 73, 10135 Torino, Italy
(6) Institute of Bioeconomy, National Research Council of Italy, Via Madonna del Piano, 10 50019 Sesto Fiorentino, Italy
(7) Institute of Research on Terrestrial Ecosystems, National Research Council of Italy, Via G. Marconi N. 2 05010 Porano, Italy
(8) National Biodiversity Future Centre, Italy, Piazzale Aldo Moro, 7, 00185 Roma, Italy
(9) Institute of Polar Sciences, National Research Council of Italy, Via Torino, 155 - 30172 VENEZIA MESTRE, Italy
(10) Institute of Water Research, National Research Council of Italy, Strada Provinciale 35d, km 0,700 – 00010 Montelibretti, Italy
(11) Institute of Studies on Federal and Regional Systems and Autonomies, National Research Council of Italy, Via dei Taurini, 19 - 00185 Roma, Italy
(12) Institute of Geosciences and Earth Resources, National Research Council of Italy, Via Giuseppe Moruzzi, 1, 56127 Pisa, Italy
(13) Institute of Clinical Physiology, National Research Council of Italy, Via Giuseppe Moruzzi, 1, 56127 Pisa, Italy
(14) Institute of Science and Information Technologies, National Research Council of Italy, Via Giuseppe Moruzzi, 1, 56127 Pisa, Italy

Categories: Ecosystems
Keywords: Climate change, Mountain Ecosystems, Monitoring, Impacts, Adaptation

Categories: Ecosystems
Keywords: Climate change, Mountain Ecosystems, Monitoring, Impacts, Adaptation

Abstract

Mountains are considered the first sentinels of climate change, experiencing intensified and amplified effects compared to other regions of the Earth. As dynamic platforms for studying climate and environmental changes, mountains play a vital role in understanding atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and cryosphere processes. As vital water sources and biodiversity hotspots, mountain ecosystems provide key services that are increasingly threatened by rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and other climate-driven disruptions. To address these challenges, a dedicated working group within the Department of Earth System Sciences and Environmental Technologies (DSSTTA) of the National Research Council of Italy (CNR) has been established. This team focuses on four core activities: long-term environmental monitoring, assessing past, present and future climate impacts, developing future scenarios, and fostering education, awareness, and communication. Continuous running observation programs at CNR research stations provide critical data to assess environmental changes and offer insights into global climate change. These efforts aim to create knowledge for a correct information for climate policies and decision-making to mitigate adverse impacts and support sustainable mountain conservation, adaptation and management. Research spans multiple disciplines, including atmospheric pollution, ecosystem dynamics, water resource management, glacial and slope stability also in snowy conditions. Additionally, high resolution climate projections are being developed to improve predictions of mountain-specific impacts of climate change. The group also investigates the health implications of pollution, thermal comfort and climate change on mountain populations. One of the group’s primary tasks is to consolidate existing knowledge and resources, identify gaps in understanding and create transdisciplinary research networks. This includes fostering collaboration with stakeholders and mountain associations, such as the Italian Alpine Club (CAI). Furthermore, outreach initiatives will support education and raise awareness, especially among local communities, tourists, and policymakers, about the importance of protecting mountain environments. By emphasizing interdisciplinary research and outreach, the working group aims to drive proactive climate adaptation and mitigation strategies in mountain regions, ensuring the resilience of mountain ecosystems and communities.

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