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At a recent Climate Conversation, Lauren Wustenberg, former Congressional staffer and Climate Crossroads Congressional Fellow, shared insights on how policymakers can engage with scientists to support evidence-based decisions.

Watch the full conversation here: https://ow.ly/BZQX50XrRrq
November 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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At the Greater Baltimore Climate Summit, Ben Zaitchik & Lauren Wustenberg explored how science can inform policymaking- a powerful reminder that collaboration between scientists & policymakers drives evidence-based decisions. Watch: https://ow.ly/oA2L50XozoQ

#SciencePolicy #ClimateConversations
November 7, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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We’re excited to bring together Ben Zaitchik of Johns Hopkins University and Lauren Wustenberg of Fork Legal Design, a former National Academies Climate Crossroads Congressional Fellow, for an important discussion at Greater Baltimore Climate Summit this Monday!
October 31, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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🔎 How can science inform policymaking?

📍Join us Nov 3 at the Greater Baltimore Climate Summit for a Climate Conversation with Ben Zaitchik & Lauren Wustenberg on how science shapes policy and public decisions.

Register: https://ow.ly/YQgw50XhNVZ
#ClimateAction #SciencePolicy
October 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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A past Climate Conversation explored housing resilience in the context of compounding disasters. An upcoming webinar that will expand the conversation of escalating weather risks and address insurance challenges for homeowners and households. 🏠 RSVP here: https://ow.ly/oS4I50X9oAj
October 9, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Join @climate.nationalacademies.org, and @scrippsocean.bsky.social‬ for the 4th annual Ramanathan Climate Conversation on air pollution in India.

RSVP: www.nationalacademies.org/event/45367_...

#AirQuality #Climate #NASEMClimateConversations #AirPollution #RamFest
September 24, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Our new report explores the effects of greenhouse gas emissions on the U.S. health and welfare. Read more: nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/2923...
September 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Join us 9/29 for our next Climate Conversation about the interactions between air pollution, climate change, and public health in India. RSVP: www.nationalacademies.org/event/45367_...
September 4, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Wildfire smoke affects more than the air we breathe. It can harm heart and lung health and take a toll on mental well-being. Learn what science says about wildfire health risks: www.nationalacademies.org/based-on-sci...
September 2, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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ICYMI: Experts joined our Climate Conversation to discuss expanding educational pathways for a climate-ready workforce. Watch the recording: www.nationalacademies.org/event/45366_...
August 28, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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We are excited to welcome our next Congressional Fellowship cohort! Over the next 8 months, fellows will work with us to deepen their understanding of climate science & policy.

Learn More: www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/cli...
August 27, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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This Friday! 🌎 Our Climate Conversation explores how schools & colleges prepare students for climate solution careers. Speakers will share ways to expand pathways for resiliency-focused jobs. Join us 8/22: www.nationalacademies.org/event/45366_...
August 19, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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The National Academies is reviewing evidence on whether greenhouse gas emissions endanger U.S. health & welfare. Share relevant research or comments by Aug 27, 2025: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8416653/R...
August 18, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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Join us 8/22 for our next Climate Conversation on the roles higher education can serve in developing a workforce for a climate-resilient future.

RSVP: events.nationalacademies.org/45366_08-202...
August 13, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Our new study will review the latest science on whether greenhouse gas emissions threaten public health in the U.S.

The committee will examine evidence since 2009, assessing confidence levels & uncertainties in the findings. More: www.nationalacademies.org/news/2025/08...
August 7, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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Farmers are on the front lines of climate change—grappling with dwindling water resources, tougher growing conditions, and mounting economic pressures. But smarter, evidence-based approaches are helping build resilience across the food system. 🌱 Learn how: www.nationalacademies.org/news/2025/07...
August 1, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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The Importance of Native Seeds Native seeds are key to restoring healthy ecosystems. They have evolved to thrive in their local environments, which is vital for biodiversity and for restoring damaged lands from wildfire or other habitat disruptions, like road construction. Here’s the Problem: After wildfires, for example, agencies may need up to 7 million pounds of seeds, far outpacing existing supply. The challenge is that the supply chain starts with wild populations of native plants, which are themselves increasingly scarce. Increasing supply takes time, as seeds are first collected from wild plants and then grown in managed fields by suppliers. Producers face challenges like unpredictable demand and limited storage capacity, as well as high costs for starter seeds. A Path Forward To address this, we need better partnerships and policies that support advanced planning so producers can grow seeds ahead of periods with high demand – allowing us to restore our ecosystems and support our pollinators. What can you do to help? 1. Plant native seeds: Use digital tools to learn which plants are native to your area 2. Ask for native plants at your local nursery, and avoid seed packets that do not list the origin or species. 3. Volunteer and support local groups like botanical gardens, local restoration projects, and native plant centers.
June 20, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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#NativeSeeds are key to ecosystem restoration—but demand far exceeds supply.

This #PollinatorWeek explore the benefits of native plants & the challenges of building a national seed supply in this Based on Science article: buff.ly/Bar9Lm6
June 20, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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#Pollinators like bees & birds play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems & securing global food supplies. This year we launched a study to assess trends in insect abundance, identify research priorities & suggest future actions. Read more: ow.ly/BnLM50Wa47w
June 17, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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It's National #PollinatorWeek!
June 17, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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Today and every day, we work to support evidence-based policies for people and the planet.
April 22, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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#EarthDay reminds us of our shared responsibility to protect the planet we call home. At the @nationalacademies.org we work every day to advance science, policy, & community solutions that help ensure a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

Learn more about our work: buff.ly/klYhxF2
April 22, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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EXPERTS NEEDED: Fire Science, Smoke Modeling, Climate

We're forming a committee for a new study examining how research on experimental fires can strengthen fire and smoke models for prescribed burns.

Nominate yourself or a colleague today: www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/opt...
A wildland firefighter monitoring a prescribed burn with a drone against a backdrop of wildfire smoke.
March 25, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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How do native seeds contribute to ecosystem resilience? Learn about their importance and strategies to maintain the national native seed supply THIS FRIDAY 3/28 at our next #ClimateConversation. RSVP: events.nationalacademies.org/44681_03-202...
Climate Conversations: Native Seeds is a webinar being held on Friday, March 28 from 12:30pm to 1:45pm ET on nationalacademies.org.
March 24, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Calling all #ClimateCommunications experts! Apply for the Excellence in Science Communications awards, given by @nationalacademies.org in partnership with @scicommexcellence.nationalacademies.org. Deadline to apply: March 31, 2025. Learn more: www.nationalacademies.org/awards/excel...
Applications for the National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications are now being accepted until March 31, 2025. Science journalists, science communicators, and research scientists are all encouraged to apply.
March 20, 2025 at 1:48 PM