Thanks to the advent of exascale computing, local climate forecasts may soon be a reality. And they’re not just for scientists anymore.
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We Need to Direct More Science Research Dollars to Rural America
Pandemic relief funding should provide a much-needed boost to scientific research. And we should steer those dollars toward where they can do the most good.
Deepwater Horizon’s Legacy of Science
The biggest oil spill in history resulted in billions of dollars in settlements—and a massive scientific movement.
Bipartisan Focus on Energy Innovation Emerges
A trio of bills making their way through Congress would boost research and development for technologies that could contribute substantially to future U.S. energy production and consumption.
Scientific Integrity Act Passes House Committee
Legislation would require federal science agencies to adopt and enforce strong scientific integrity policies.
Local Climate Projections: A Little Money Goes a Long Way
Three Nordic countries collaborate to build a suite of eScience tools to support long-term planning and decision-making in the face of a changing climate.
Senate Dems Seek Guidance on Climate Messaging from Republicans
The Senate Democrats’ Special Committee on the Climate Crisis gets advice on how to better communicate about climate change with conservatives.
House Science Chair Questions Plan to Reduce Advisory Committees
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson calls on science agencies to provide information about their strategy for implementing the executive order eliminating one third of federal advisory committees.
Can Bold U.S. Federal Climate Legislation Be Enacted Now?
Nearly 10 years after the introduction of the ambitious Waxman-Markey climate change bill, experts assess the chances of climate legislation.
Green New Deal Backers Rouse Enthusiastic Crowd
Congressional leaders call for strong action to fight climate change at a campaign-style rally in Washington, D.C.