Hydrologic impacts
The Hydrologic Impacts theme at PCIC aims to quantify how climate change and variability affect regional hydrology in the Pacific and Yukon region of Canada. Using advanced hydrologic models driven by downscaled climate data, we develop projections that address changes in streamflow, water temperature and extreme hydrologic events across various timeframes and spatial scales up until the end of this century. This work aims to support the management of water resources and ecosystem health across the region. We also strive to ensure our modelling capability reflects the most recent advances in hydrologic science and technology.

Objectives
- Downscaled hydrology projections—develop localized hydrologic and water temperature projections for the Pacific and Yukon region of Canada using the latest climate modelling.
- Analysis of future extremes—assess changes in extreme hydrologic events and their impacts to ecosystems and infrastructure.
- Model upgrades—continuously enhance modelling with respect to:
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- Improved spatial and temporal resolution
- Water and thermal storage in lakes and reservoirs
- Land use and land cover changes, including impacts of wildfire
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Key personnel
- Markus Schnorbus, Lead
- Arelia (Werner) Schoeneberg, Hydrologist
- Samah Larabi, Hydroclimate Scientist
- Jingwen Wu, Post Doctoral Research Hydrologist