The Union of Concerned Scientists puts rigorous, independent science to work to solve our planet's most pressing problems. Joining with people across the country, we combine technical analysis and effective advocacy to create innovative, practical solutions for a healthy, safe, and sustainable future.

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Climate change is one of the most devastating problems that humanity has ever faced—and the clock is running out. Table of Contents Climate change is one of the most devastating problems that humanity has ever faced—and the clock is running out. For over 200 years, humanity has powered itself ...

From 2017 to 2021, observers tracked more than 1,400 changes to the language and available information on federal web sites—targeting information relating to climate science, environmental justice, endangered species, and air and water pollution. The new administration is likely to reduce the amount of information available to the public on these and other topics.

Mobilizing more than 17,000 scientists in our network to support scientists and defend against the anti-science actions of the Trump administration.Learn more.. Pressuring Congress to preserve federal funding for scientific work, reject the administration’s anti-science nominees, and protect the scientific workforce.. Inspiring scientists and science supporters across the country to …

Dec 9, 2024 · Black in Environment: Highlighting Scholarship, Activism, and Engagement. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the birth of Black Birders Week—created to celebrate Black scientists and nature-lovers—Dr. Dominic Bednar was completing his PhD at the University of Michigan, and Dr. Regan Patterson was a research fellow at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation.

The Union of Concerned Scientists is more than just scientists. We are analysts, engineers, policy experts, advocates, and communicators—a diverse group of people with a wide range of experiences and expertise, unified by a common belief: …

Between now and 2050, climate change–driven sea level rise will expose more than 1,600 critical buildings and services to disruptive flooding at least twice per year.

Between now and 2050, climate change–driven sea level rise will expose more than 1,600 critical buildings and services to disruptive flooding at least twice per year.

Western states are the laboratory for cutting-edge climate policy—and we’re the lead scientist. Western states are the laboratory for cutting-edge climate policy—and we’re the lead scientist. Devastating wildfires. Enormous floods. Sweltering, worried communities. The …