All science & democracy resources
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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.
Feature
2019 UCS Science Defenders
UCS is proud to announce the 2019 Science Defenders—five individuals and groups who have taken a stand for science.
Podcast
How “Evidence-Based” Became a Dirty Word
Dr. Jacob Carter explores the consequences of the Trump administration’s attacks on science.
Explainer
Voting Rights and Environmental Justice
Disenfranchisement through voter suppression and gerrymandering prevents overburdened communities from fighting back against threats to their well-being.
Podcast
Scaling Mountains to Ban Toxic Chemicals in Pajamas
Arlene Blum discusses her research on cancer-causing chemicals in kid’s pajamas in the 70s and chemical safety today.
Explainer
The Endangered Endangered Species Act
Our planet's rich variety of plant and animal life provides many important products and services—from foods and medicines to clean water and pest control—as well as a multitude of less tangible benefits.
Activist Resource
The PFAS Threat
The EPA must act now to protect communities from a highly toxic class of chemicals known as PFAS that contaminate drinking water and groundwater.
Explainer
EPA Decision Increases Air Pollution Risk
The Clean Air Act has a long record of keeping Americans safe from air pollution and its damaging health effects. A recent decision by Environmental Protection Agency threatens to walk back these vital protections.
Explainer
Scientific Advisory Committees
A crucial resource helping policymakers use science to serve the public good, federal science advisory committees are facing unprecedented neglect under the Trump administration.
Report
Fighting Corruption, Promoting Evidence
Democracy reforms are vitally important to protect evidence-based policymaking and help underrepresented communities advocate for their interests.
Case Study
DuPont, 3M Concealed Evidence of PFAS Risks
For decades, chemical manufacturers knew that the substances known collectively as PFAS were hazardous to human health. And they hid what they knew from the public and from federal regulators.
Report
Where Are Self-Driving Cars Taking Us?
Self-driving cars could help or harm access to jobs and transportation. It depends on what policies we choose.