Joel Scata
Senior Attorney, Environmental Health
Joel Scata focuses on issues related to preparing the United States for water-related impacts of climate change, including federal flood policy reform and adapting to sea-level rise. Prior to joining NRDC in 2014, Scata served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Mali, working to conserve land threatened by desertification. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Connecticut College and a dual JD from American University Washington College of Law and Monash University Law School. He is based in NRDC's Chicago office.
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Flood Protection Standard Is Key Climate Adaptation Tool
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The flood-related impacts of climate change are happening now. We cannot afford to wait.
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New home buyers and renters should have a right to know a property’s flood history before they commit to calling it home.
North Carolina Advances Right to Know Flood Disclosure
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Smart action by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission will empower home buyers to make fully informed decisions about where to live and how to best protect their families.
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7 Ways to Flood-Proof Your House
How-ToUnited States, Texas, South Carolina, West VirginiaMary Talbot
As floods become more frequent and severe with climate change, protecting your home becomes even more crucial. Here’s how to assess your risk—and make sure you’re prepared for the worst.