Climate Adaptation Center events focus on Florida's climate challenges

Our events provide unique opportunities to bridge the gap between the latest scientific research and public sector understanding of Florida’s changing climate.

The cornerstone of our events program is the annual Florida Climate Conference, featuring a projection of the climate challenges Florida is likely to face in the future. CAC events are very popular — don’t miss the next one!

Plan to attend our flagship event for 2026!

The 6th Annual CAC Florida Climate Conference: Climate and the Living Laboratory

Save the date! On November 12, 2026 we will host the 6th Annual CAC Florida Climate Conference: Climate and the Living Laboratory. The conference will be held at the University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee Campus, in the Selby Auditorium. The conference will run from 9:30 am until 3:30 pm. The day will include a catered outdoor lunch on the beautiful campus lawn as well as ample refreshments and breaks.
Don’t miss this opportunity to mingle and connect with the people who are making the dream of Sarasota’s Living Laboratory a reality.
Join us and see how the Living Laboratory for Climate Adaptation will create a resilient Suncoast and learn how you can be a crucial part of this next logical step toward Climate Resilience!