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AGU Science Policy
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Bringing you the latest Earth and space science policy news to spark discussions, spur progress, and keep you informed.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:44 PM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
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February 6, 2026 at 11:32 PM
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The U.S.'s decision to withdraw from global climate and environmental organizations and treaties will have ramifications far beyond the current administration.

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February 5, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
VOICES FOR SCIENCE SUBMISSION WINDOW 15 DECEMBER - 15 FEBRUARY We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 US cohort, and we encourage all applicants to have a specific outreach goal in mine when they apply.
February 5, 2026 at 12:53 AM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
VOICES FOR SCIENCE SUBMISSION WINDOW 15 DECEMBER - 15 FEBRUARY We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 US cohort, and we encourage all applicants to have a specific outreach goal in mine when they apply.
February 2, 2026 at 11:46 PM
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Internal emails show Department of Energy's debunked climate science report was reviewed by scientists internally, who found it "biased," "misleading," and "hypocritical." Contrarian authors tailored their work to ensure it focused on weakening climate regulations. www.eenews.net/articles/doe...
DOE scientists blasted climate report ordered up by boss
Secretary Chris Wright handpicked five climate contrarians to write about global warming. Department experts pushed back on the findings.
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February 2, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
VOICES FOR SCIENCE SUBMISSION WINDOW 15 DECEMBER - 15 FEBRUARY We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 US cohort, and we encourage all applicants to have a specific outreach goal in mine when they apply.
January 31, 2026 at 6:19 PM
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Kudos to @agu.org and @aguscipolicy.bsky.social. The tool is really good, helpful, and makes it easier to write an effective comment and submit it.
January 30, 2026 at 2:54 AM
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@agu.org has a tool to help you submit a comment to NSF on the importance of NCAR: agu.quorum.us/campaign/154...

#SaveNCAR
Share your comments on NCAR with NSF
Tell NSF the future that you want for NCAR by 13 March
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January 30, 2026 at 2:43 AM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
VOICES FOR SCIENCE SUBMISSION WINDOW 15 DECEMBER - 15 FEBRUARY We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 US cohort, and we encourage all applicants to have a specific outreach goal in mine when they apply.
January 30, 2026 at 12:37 AM
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Last week, NSF released a Dear Colleague Letter seeking input on restructuring critical weather infrastructure housed at NCAR. Your feedback is critical to shape the future of NCAR. Our tool makes it easy to submit comment today: agu.quorum.us/campaign/154...
Share your feedback on the future of NCAR Provide feedback to shape the future of NCAR by 13 March.
January 29, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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NEW: EPA delays finalizing repeal of "endangerment finding". More:

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Trump’s biggest climate rollback stalls over fears it will lose in court
Trump officials have delayed finalizing the repeal of the agency’s “endangerment finding” over concerns the proposal is too weak to withstand a court challenge.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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The U.S.'s decision to withdraw from global climate and environmental organizations and treaties will have ramifications far beyond the current administration.

Add your name to our @aguscipolicy.bsky.social letter supporting global climate science: buff.ly/RURRhnt
January 27, 2026 at 7:57 PM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
VOICES FOR SCIENCE SUBMISSION WINDOW 15 DECEMBER - 15 FEBRUARY We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 US cohort, and we encourage all applicants to have a specific outreach goal in mine when they apply.
January 27, 2026 at 11:25 PM
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Concerning evidence of brain drain from the US federal workforce via @science.org www.science.org/content/arti...
U.S. government has lost more than 10,000 STEM Ph.D.s since Trump took office
A Science analysis reveals how many were fired, retired, or quit across 14 agencies
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January 27, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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NCAR represents what is possible when a nation chooses to invest in science as a public good, writes @carlonimbus.bsky.social of @ucs.org. #SaveNCAR eos.org/opinions/wha...
What Americans Lose If Their National Center for Atmospheric Research Is Dismantled - Eos
Five ways dismantling NCAR will cost the American people, and two ways to save it.
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January 27, 2026 at 2:49 PM
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I would strongly encourage those who value the scientific & societal legacies of NCAR to offer feedback by March 13. I would expect, under present circumstances, perspectives from industry partners will be especially critical, though everyone's voice is of course important.
January 23, 2026 at 9:57 PM
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Attention folks in the weather, climate, disaster, wildfire, and Earth science communities: NSF has just published a new "Dear Colleague" letter inviting feedback (by Mar 13) on the proposal to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). www.nsf.gov/funding/...
January 23, 2026 at 9:57 PM
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VOICES FOR SCIENCE SUBMISSION WINDOW 15 DECEMBER - 15 FEBRUARY We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 US cohort, and we encourage all applicants to have a specific outreach goal in mine when they apply.
January 25, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
VOICES FOR SCIENCE SUBMISSION WINDOW 15 DECEMBER - 15 FEBRUARY We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 US cohort, and we encourage all applicants to have a specific outreach goal in mine when they apply.
January 23, 2026 at 11:32 PM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
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January 22, 2026 at 12:53 AM
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See the full State of the Science Report here:

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The State of the Science 1 Year On - Eos
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January 21, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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In the past year, the president has loosened pollution regulations, worked to reduce protections for public lands & waters, and fast-tracked mining & infrastructure permits.

Read more in the environment section of our new report, The State of the Science 1 Year On.

eos.org/report/the-s...
The State of the Science 1 Year On: Environment - Eos
Administration policies have eliminated funding sources, review processes, and pollution limits designed to protect the nation’s land, water, and air.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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January 19, 2026 at 11:46 PM
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Want to work with the AGU SciPolicy Team? Voices for Science participants conduct regular outcomes-focused outreach to make a tangible impact at the local, federal, or global level. Applications for the U.S. cohort are open Dec 15 – Feb 15 buff.ly/BHStsrh
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January 17, 2026 at 12:42 AM