Backed by new Democratic congressional leadership determined to focus on science, experts call for swift action to avoid or limit irreparable environmental harm.
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Democrats Move Forward with Climate Hearings
House Natural Resources chair says the committee is turning the page “from climate denial to climate action.”
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Trump’s State of the Union Address Ignores Climate Change
President is faulted for failing to mention climate change and the impacts of the government shutdown on science.
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Science Agencies Play Catch-Up After the Shutdown
The National Science Foundation assesses the impact of the shutdown and prepares for another possible lapse in funding.
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Lessons from President George H. W. Bush for the Present Political Environment
The “White House effect” can compel support for science and protect the environment—or damage both.
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With Shutdown Over for Now, Science Agencies Pick Up the Pieces
Agencies and employees weigh the impact of the shutdown.
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Johnson Plans to Restore Credibility to House Science Committee
Eos interviews the new chairperson about the committee’s plans to address climate change, STEM education and inclusiveness, and maintaining U.S. science leadership.
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New Program Connects Ocean Health and National Security
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse says the security risk along the U.S.–Mexican border pales compared with the security threat from the decline in ocean health.
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White House Science Adviser Seat Filled After 2 Years
The Senate’s confirmation of Kelvin Droegemeier to head the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy is a win for the science community. But will Trump take his advice?
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Obama’s Science Adviser Rails Against Trump’s Climate Policies
John Holdren tells Eos that strong measures still could help avoid the most catastrophic damages from climate change.