Jeff Anderson
Climate Change & Geosciences Researcher
Jeff’s main research area is ecosystem response to climate variability. He uses instrument records and paleo-climatology to describe the atmospheric component of observed ecosystem behavior. Jeff received a B.Sc. from the University of Victoria, focusing on both geosciences and terrestrial ecology. He then received a M.Sc. in geosciences from the University of Victoria, where he was part of a team exploring the vulnerability, of coastlines in Haida Gwaii, to current climate change models.
Over the past eight years Jeff has identified several ecosystem responses to climate variability, including geomorphic, hydrologic and ecological systems. As part of this work Jeff has used tree rings from Mountain Hemlock trees to develop climate chronologies for parts of the Skeena Watershed. These chronologies characterize observed climate variability in the Skeena Watershed over the past 400 years. And further validate described ecosystem responses to climate variability in this region.
When not conducting research, Jeff applies himself as an environmental consultant. He works with Government, First Nation, forestry and mining clients on a wide variety of environmental issues. When away from work, Jeff enjoys exploring the Skeena and Nass watersheds. Whether kayaking, hiking, skiing, fishing or hunting you can find Jeff on the back roads.