Life

Discover essential data under the theme of Life, representing the interconnectedness of all elements—water, fire, air, and earth. This section provides insights on relocation sites, energy access, renewable energy, and infrastructure, emphasizing the Indigenous understanding of human stewardship as part of an interdependent system. Rooted in Traditional Ecological Knowledge, the Life theme supports culturally relevant and balanced climate strategies for community resilience.

The ‘Life’ section provides comprehensive data, maps, and dashboards related to various infrastructure conditions and trends. This section supports tribal climate adaptation and mitigation planning by offering accessible and relevant information on relocation sites (primarily for Alaskan Native communities), energy access in response to extreme weather events, renewable energy production, and other critical infrastructure considerations.

The choice of the word ‘Life,’ which we have centered in our framework, reflects the deep interconnectedness of all living beings and elements—water, fire, air, and earth. This placement symbolizes the central role that life plays in Indigenous human stewardship, reinforcing the understanding that humans are not separate from the natural world but interwoven with it. This concept, rooted in Traditional Ecological Knowledge, recognizes that life is sustained through balance and reciprocity with the elements, and that human well-being is intrinsically linked to environmental health.

By providing this foundational infrastructure information, the ‘Life’ section aims to help develop informed, effective, and culturally relevant climate strategies for tribal communities. Explore the available resources to gain insights and drive meaningful infrastructure planning and community resilience actions that reflect the interconnectedness of all life, just as our logo visually represents

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