April 26-29, 2010
Second Human Dimensions of Wildland Fire Conference
International Association of Wildland Fire
San Antonio, Texas
Cost and Registration: $385, open until filled
This conference will focus on the social elements of wildland fire management, such as effectively communicating with public and land and fire officials, identifying knowledge gaps, and encouraging innovation in the field. Topics include firefighter safety, homeowner fire protection and mitigation, and public response during fires.
May 2-5, 2010
Seventh International Conference on Information Systems for Crisis Response and Management
International Community on Information Systems for Crisis Response and Management
Seattle, Washington
Cost and Registration: $650 before March 21, open until filled
This conference will provide a multidisciplinary forum to define crisis management, with an emphasis on how rapidly changing socio-technical environments affect crisis response. Conference tracks will include social networking, geo-information support, humanitarian challenges, and others.
May 3-7, 2010
Fifth Global Conference on Oceans, Coasts, and Islands
United Nations Education, Scientific, and Cultural Organization
Paris, France
Cost and Registration: Not posted, open until filled
This conference addresses the ability of coastal and island communities to respond to climate change through the use of adaptation, mitigation, financing, and technology. Innovative private-sector solutions and improving governance will be discussed.
May 25-29, 2010
BALWOIS 2010: Water Observation and Information System for Decision Support
Balkan Institute for Water and Environment, the Macedonian Association of Meteorology, and others
Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia
Cost and Registration: $368 before April 15, open until filled
This conference provides a solution-based examination of climate and environment in relations to floods, droughts, environmental degradation, and risk. The meeting will emphasize improving the quantity and quality of water, water engineering, and state and federal policies.
May 30 to June 3, 2010
International Disaster and Risk Conference
Global Risk Forum
Davos, Switzerland
Cost and Registration: $751 before March 31, open until filled
This conference examines risk management from many perspectives to create safer, more resilient, and sustainable societies. Topics include risk reduction and disaster management, environment, resources, climate change, and more. A series of conference-related trainings, workshops, and special sessions determined by participants will be offered.
June 7-11, 2010
Third U.S. Geological Survey Modeling Conference
United States Geological Survey
Denver, Colorado
Cost and Registration: Free, open until filled
Participants will gain understanding of the analytical and theoretical models that support resources and protect property. Themes include climate change, natural hazards, risk, and resilience assessment programs.