Fall Meeting sessions tackle issues in geoethics.
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Report Addresses Timeline for Cutting Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Levels of greenhouse gas emissions need to be limited by midcentury to keep within a 2°C increase, a new United Nations report states.
Scientists Call for a Renewed Emphasis on Urban Geology
A renewed focus on geological aspects of cities could help mitigate natural hazards and provide a wealth of geological information, scientists say.
Earth and Space Scientists Converge on Capitol Hill
Earth and space scientists traveled to Washington, D. C., to participate in Geosciences Congressional Visits Day.
U.S. Readies “Aggressive” Arctic Council Agenda
U.S. special Arctic representative focuses on key regional issues including environment and economic development.
Strengthening an Interagency Network for Geoscience Data Sets
GeoData 2014: Strengthening the Connections, Building the Interagency Network; Boulder, Colorado, 17–19 June 2014
European Agency Leader Urges Long-Term Environmental Policy
European Environment Agency director calls for a longer-term sustainable environmental policy agenda for Europe.
Experts Examine Role Scientists Play in Oil Transportation Issues
Scientists and government officials discuss how science can inform decisions related to transporting crude oil.
U.S. Department of Defense Deems Climate Change a National Security Threat
U.S. Department of Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel speaks about the dangers of climate change.
New Resources to Take Action on Science Policy Issues
As a scientist, you can be a part of the conversation and show politicians that Earth and space sciences are critical fields in need of their support.