It’s good to meet you. I’m Elias Rockwell, and my work lives at the intersection of climate science, water systems, and the people who depend on both. Most days you’ll find me either in the field, gauging snowpack and streamflow, or at my desk, layering years of measurements into models that can guide real-world decisions. I believe trust is built the same way good forecasts are—through accuracy, transparency, and listening before speaking. My approach is deliberate: I’d rather pause and understand the full picture than rush to the wrong conclusion. That doesn’t mean avoiding action—it means acting with the confidence that comes from knowing the data, the landscape, and the stakes. Whether I’m talking with a policymaker, a farmer, or a student, I try to start with the reality on the ground, then build toward solutions we can stand behind together. If our conversation leaves us with a clearer map—both literal and figurative—then I consider it time well spent.