Rolf Meissner was one of the most influential Earth scientists in crustal and lithospheric research. In memory of Rolf, a scientific symposium will be held at the University of Kiel in June.Read More »Science Policy & Funding
Analysts say that a 17% increase in global investment in renewable energy is part of a significant shift in energy trends toward addressing climate change.Read More »Science Policy & Funding
Before the climate summit in Paris this November and December, the United States and some other countries have submitted their targets to cut emissions.Read More »Science Policy & Funding
In a case about power plant emissions, arguments focused on whether the Environmental Protection Agency properly interpreted a regulation and on dramatically different cost-benefit analyses.Read More »Education
President Obama mixes praise for student scientists with criticism of congressional budget proposals at the fifth annual White House Science Fair.Read More »Geochemistry, Mineralogy, Volcanology
The Department of the Interior has issued new standards on hydraulic fracturing, including measures to protect groundwater and disclose chemical use.Read More »
Interior Secretary Jewell says that the agency's agenda includes safe and responsible energy development, good government, and encouraging innovation.Read More »
A new report from the Union of Concerned Scientists says that scientists and universities need to be prepared to respond to broad open records requests.Read More »
The proposed U.S. agenda during its chairmanship of the Arctic Council focuses on ocean safety, improving economic and living conditions, and climate change.Read More »