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In Chapter 4, we examine several synergistic threats to species and habitats, including land use change, demand for land intensive alternative energy sources, and spread of invasive species, as well as how climate change may amplify the impact of these stressors on wildlife in North Carolina. In Chapter 5, we describe the conservation plan- ning process, as well as important considerations for implementation, with specific reference to adaptive management. We also identify climate change adap- tation strategies, actions for wildlife and habitat, and discuss the importance of social and institutional adaptive capacity for developing and implementing actions. Finally, we provide information on what other states are currently doing and identify emerg- ing federal programs and partnerships, which may be critical for regionally coordinated climate change adaptation. In the Appendices, we provide a detailed review of available geospatial data, reports, invasive species, and policy /legislative opportunities that may support the NCWRC in revising the NC WAP. a We would like to take this opportunity to acknowl- edge the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commis- sion and our partners on the NC WAP and Climate Change Steering Committees. We would specifically like to thank Shannon Deaton and Perry Sumner for their leadership in organizing and guiding this committee, and for tackling this challenging and important issue. We also appreciated the thoughtful edits and insights provided by the Steering Commit- tee during each stage of report development. In addi- tion to Shannon and Perry, the following Steering Committee members contributed valuable edits to this report: Scott Anderson, Naomi Edelson, Todd Ewing, Chris Goudreau, Jamie Hammerman, Austin Kane, and Chris McGrath. It is our hope that this synthesis will serve as a valuable resource for engaging the conservation community and laying the groundwork for revising the North Carolina State Wildlife Action Plan.