Lauded by free-market proponents at a policy forum, the White House plan sparked disagreements among panelists about climate implications, the potential for a coal comeback, and carbon taxes.
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Climate Rules on Chopping Block, Says Trump EPA Transition Head
Myron Ebell, whose transition role has ended, denied that President Donald Trump's agency appointees or nominees are antiscience. They're "willing to find out the best science," he said.
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Hiring Freeze Sparks Worries at Science Agencies
Other presidents have instituted hiring freezes, but some federal employee representatives worry that President Donald Trump's order is different because more draconian measures might follow.
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Immigration Ban Takes Toll on Earth and Space Scientists
Some researchers can't come to the United States or fear leaving the country to visit their home nations because of a new federal ban on immigrants.
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Postelection Angst Spurs Some Women Scientists to Ally and Act
An advocacy group for women scientists has formed in reaction to the contentious 2016 U.S. presidential campaign and expects to participate in the Women's March on Washington this weekend.
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Report Calls for Revised Method to Chart Cost of Climate Change
Proposed changes could improve the calculation's scientific basis and transparency, according to the report.
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White House Issues Ambitious Arctic Research Plan
The plan focuses on improving the well-being of Arctic residents and better understanding the components of the Arctic system.
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Tracking Trends in U.S. Flood Risk
As floods become more frequent around the globe, scientists work to pinpoint what puts certain regions at risk.
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Birds Flock to Areas of Good Weather Across the United States
A survey of birds over several decades shows that many bird species migrate or shrink their habitat to avoid drought and storms.
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Rise in Tornado Numbers per Outbreak May Not Be Tied to Warming
Scientists studying why previous research revealed a steadily increasing number of tornadoes in the United States per outbreak find an unexpected result.