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Agriculture Climate Impact Assessment

Client:

Confidential

Project Type:

Environmental & Regulatory

Location:

United States

Key Takeaways

Temperatures Altering Crop Yields

Temperatures are increasing the number of growing degree days but also lowering crop yields.

Growing Season Is Changing

The length of the growing season is increasing over 20 percent due to changing temperatures and precipitation.

Droughts Threaten Crops

Droughts limit the benefits of a longer growing season and endanger crops.

About the Project

Agriculture Faces Risks from Environmental Changes

The agriculture industry is experiencing significant impacts due to environmental changes. Field production is being affected, storage facilities are incurring damage and supply chains are under threat. These challenges arise from shifting temperatures, increased storm events and changing flood conditions. The consequences range from alterations in crop production to the development of new seed varieties.

Resilient Analytics served as the physical risk consultant for this project, responsible for analyzing potential impacts on regional agriculture production. A key focus was the potential for rising temperatures to affect corn production throughout the upper midwest. These temperature changes are impacting seasonal schedules and overall production.

Resilient Analytics analyzed temperature changes across the region, focusing on thresholds related to crop yields. The team collaborated with the client to develop specific risk thresholds for each location. They coordinated changes in yields with potential revenue changes to provide a foundation for long-term planning and financial outlook.

 

Solutions

Engineering & Design

Engineering and design services at Stanley Consultants combine our robust technical skills with forward-thinking innovation to deliver the highest-quality results.

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We understand that assets, whether related to infrastructure, intellectual property or goodwill, are all unique—just like the needs of our clients. That's why our asset management consulting services are tailored to each project, providing data-driven insights and strategic solutions to help clients achieve their specific goals.

Engineering Planning & Consulting

At Stanley Consultants, we understand that planning and consulting include every aspect of engineering. Using advanced tools and methods, we deliver designs and master plans focused on longevity, resilience and sustainability to address today's challenges and tomorrow's opportunities.

Engineering Project Management

At Stanley Consultants, our project management solutions deliver projects on time, within budget, and within the specifications our clients are seeking. We have a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects across industries ranging from energy to water to transportation. Our methodologies are designed to ensure an efficient workflow, mitigate risk and address the needs of all stakeholders. Stanley Consultants is an innovative, experienced project management partner you can trust.

Environmental & Regulatory

At Stanley Consultants, we help clients navigate the complex world of environmental regulations and the challenges of a changing climate through proactive and sustainable environmental engineering solutions. Our team of engineering consultants provides comprehensive support services and innovative solutions to stay compliant and protect the environment. As a leading environmental engineering firm, we're dedicated to guiding your projects toward a sustainable and resilient future.

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Stanley Consultants offers comprehensive program management and consulting services that go well beyond the aspect of one project. We bring more than 200 areas of engineering and architectural expertise, with program delivery, integration and financial management at the heart of what we do.

From managing an entire portfolio of capital projects to supporting a specific mega-project using specific technical approaches, Stanley Consultants has the expertise and capabilities to deliver exceptional results. Our program managers will meet the overarching goals of your organization, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately, timelines are met, and benefits are realized across the projects within the program.

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