Section 75-4-3 - State climatologist; duties. - New Mexico Statutes

75-4-3. State climatologist; duties.

The duties of the state climatologist shall include:   

A.     assessing the effect of climate on the natural environment, agricultural production, land and natural resources and human health;   

B.     coordinating climate impact studies and programs to improve understanding of climate processes, natural and man-induced, and of the social and economic implications of climate change;   

C.     developing methods and procedures to enable interested state agencies and public institutions of higher education to participate in the program;   

D.     disseminating climate data, information, advice and assessments to state agencies, local public bodies and the general public;   

E.     establishing an effective mechanism for consultation and coordination with the federal government and other states in climate related activities; and   

F.     administering the state intergovernmental climate program.