Title: Advanced machine learning for regional potato yield prediction: analysis of essential drivers Journal: npj Sustainable Agriculture DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s44264-025-00052-6 Abstract: Localized yield prediction is critical for farmers and policymakers, supporting sustainability, food security, and climate change adaptation. This research evaluates machine learning models, including Random Forest and Gradient Boosting, for predicting crop yields. These models can be adapted for in-season yield forecasting, providing predictions as early as one month before […]
Title: Turning Waste into Wealth: Pioneering the Bioeconomy for a Sustainable Future Presenter: Dr. Bishnu Acharya, Associate Professor, University of Saskatchewan Date & Time: May 30, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/S3YC7 (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: In a world facing the dual crises of climate change and resource depletion, there lies a critical but often overlooked opportunity: […]
Title: Advanced Mechanized Systems for Sustainable Food Production Presenter: Dr. Travis Esau, Associate Professor, Dalhousie University Date & Time: May 23, 2025 01:00 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/Rfs5d (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: Wild blueberries are a perennial crop native to northeastern North America and are one of eastern Canada’s most economically important crops, with a 2021 farm gate value of […]
Title: Repurposing Biomass and Organic Waste into Engineered Biocarbon Materials Presenter: Dr. Yulin Hu, Assistant Professor, University of Prince Edward Island Date & Time: March 21, 2025, 1:30 – 2:30 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/f2e2q (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: Biocarbon materials are carbonaceous solids derived from biomass and organic waste through thermochemical conversion at a limited O2 condition. The use of […]
Title: Building a Resilient Cropping System Amidst Climate Change Presenter: Dr. Mumtaz Cheema, Professor, Memorial University of Newfoundland Date & Time: March 7, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/7w8v9 (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: Agricultural sustainability faces threats from climate change, traditional agronomic practices, extensive agrochemical use, tillage practices, and soil degradation, lead to nutrient losses and elevated […]
Title: Social-ecological vulnerability and risk of coastal flooding and erosion Journal: International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijdrr.2025.105286 Abstract: This study presents a global comprehensive vulnerability and risk assessment of social-ecological systems to flooding and erosion in 136 major coastal cities. The risk index was estimated using an indicator-based risk assessment approach, combining hazard, exposure, and vulnerability. The results show that cities exhibiting greater risk are mostly in Asia, […]
Climate Forum 2024 was successfully hosted on August 12-16, 2024 in the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation, St. Peter’s Bay, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Climate Forum 2024 offered 5 days of enriched activities, including keynote presentations, poster presentations, panel discussions, short courses (on climate data analytics, geospatial visualization, and R software programming), and field visits in PEI. The Climate Forum is a flagship scientific event launched by Dr. […]
Climate Forum 2023 was successfully held on August 16-18, 2023 in the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation, St. Peter’s Bay, Prince Edward Island, Canada. The Climate Forum is a flagship scientific event launched by Dr. Xander Wang through the partnership between the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation at UPEI and Sigma Academy. It aims to provide an open and inclusive platform to allow scientists, engineers, stakeholders, […]
PEOPLE 2022 – A Hybrid International Conference on Persistent, Emerging, and Organic Pollution in the Environment – Challenges and Solutions under Climate Change was successfully held on August 23-26, 2022 in the main campus of University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown, Canada. This is a hybrid event co-organized by: PEOPLE Network (Memorial University), Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation (University of Prince Edward Island), Sigma Academy, Center for Catastrophic […]
During May 16-20, 2022, the Climate Smart Lab team had an exciting opportunity to explore the entire island of Prince Edward Island, thanks to the initiative and leadership of Dr. Xander Wang. This immersive journey across the island allowed the team to engage with local communities, fostering a deeper understanding of the region’s climate challenges and resilience efforts. The journey began in the East region, where the team explored the […]
Here in the Climate Smart Lab, we are a group of people developing sustainable climate solutions with cutting-edge technologies to help build climate-resilient communities. Collectively, we are working together with experts from all disciplines to build a climate-smart future for the next generation and many generations to come.