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UCS and the Coronavirus
The Union of Concerned Scientists is actively monitoring the coronavirus pandemic and its implications for scientific integrity.
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Infographic: Wildfires and Climate Change
Climate change is fueling wildfires. Here's how.
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A Toxic Relationship
Thousands of Superfund sites are threatened by coastal flooding, putting the health of millions of people at risk.
Reports & Analysis
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Roadmap for Science in Decisionmaking
Independent science in government decisionmaking is under attack and must be restored.
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Benefits From Minnesota Energy Efficiency
Minnesota is undergoing a significant energy transition, and as the transition progresses, traditional paradigms and approaches to valuing energy efficiency must evolve.
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A Toxic Relationship
Thousands of Superfund sites are threatened by coastal flooding, putting the health of millions of people at risk.
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COVID-19 Underscores the Need for Voting Reform
Nobody should have to risk their life to vote. Our fact sheets identify essential emergency reforms that are needed for a free, fair, and safe 2020 election in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Podcasts
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Cascading Disasters of Wildfire Season
Climate scientist Dr. Kristy Dahl discusses how global warming is fueling wildfire season and its impacts on the most vulnerable.
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Energy Storage Technology Will Ramp Up Renewables
Dr. Elena Krieger explains how an unsung technology can increase reliable access to clean energy
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The Afterlife of Electric Car Batteries
When electric vehicles start retiring, what happens to their batteries? Transportation expert Hanjiro Ambrose discusses the importance of recycling EV batteries.
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Climate Change, Stronger Hurricanes and COVID-19 Response
Senior climate scientist Dr. Astrid Caldas discusses the connections between climate change and more intense hurricanes and underscores the challenges when they converge with COVID-19.
Activist Resources
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COVID-19 Disinformation
Disinformation is threatening to derail science-based responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's how to spot it and stop it.
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Checklist: Presidential Recommendations for 2020
We make the case for bold presidential action to advance science-based policy. Here's a checklist of key asks from the report.
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Protecting Children's Health and Safety
If you've read our book, "Breathe in the Smog, Drink in the Lead," you may be wondering what you can do to help kids who are being hurt by the Trump Administration's attacks on science. Here are some places to start.
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Host a Debate Watch Party (BINGO Card Included!)
Our party pack makes it easy and fun to get involved this election year.
