The nominee, Rep. Jim Bridenstine, tried to assure the committee of his support for science and his ability to manage NASA apolitically.
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IPCC Chair Discusses Limiting Global Warming to 1.5°C
Several forthcoming reports by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change examine what needs to be done to take control of our climate future.
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Democratic Leader Blasts Trump’s Pick to Head NASA
With Rep. Jim Bridenstine’s nomination hearing just days away, Sen. Patty Murray charges that his “denial of climate science” and opposition to equal rights “should disqualify him from consideration.”
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Proposed Bill Would Loosen Ocean Drilling Restrictions
The legislation would restrict the withdrawal of offshore areas from oil and gas development and overturn current planning processes.
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White House Will Nominate AccuWeather’s Barry Myers to Lead NOAA
While some observers say Myers is a good fit, critics express concern about his lack of a science background and potential conflicts of interest.
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AGU Welcomes Congressional Science Fellow in Program’s 40th Year
Isaac “Ike” Irby brings to his upcoming year as a science expert in a congressional office advanced training in marine science and public policy plus experience as an executive branch intern.
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EPA Proposes Repealing Its Own Obama Era Clean Power Plan
The action of the agency, now realigned by the Trump administration, “just begins the battle,” according to environmentalists and others who plan to challenge EPA’s proposed repeal of the rule.
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Administration Sets Moon as Destination
The U.S. National Space Council, an advisory body that has been dormant since 1993, focused on lunar travel, civil and commercial space opportunities, and national security when it met last week.
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Past FEMA Head Urges Smarter Rebuilding After Natural Disasters
Craig Fugate says the United States has an opportunity to rebuild more resiliently if Congress doesn’t simply provide relief money but also requires rebuilding to higher standards.
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Keeping Our Focus on the Subseafloor
Hard-pressed funding agencies wonder whether marine seismic facilities are worth the investment. A recent survey gives a resounding yes.