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Grateful for all who engaged with Climate Crossroads in 2025! Your support drives innovation in decision making and builds resilience in the face of climate challenges. We're inspired by this community and excited to continue our mission in 2026.
December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The 4th Ramanathan #ClimateConversation explored the drivers and impacts of air pollution in India. Learn more about the complex dynamics and actions needed to address this critical and timely issue.

💡 Discover highlights: https://ow.ly/Nfte50XLuPq
December 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
This October, the National Academies’ Climate Crossroads Initiative, CSU’s Climate Hub at Spur, and the Institute for Science & Policy led a science-informed training for Colorado policy staff on agricultural climate resilience. 🌱
Learn more: https://ow.ly/hj3B50XKwFQ
December 16, 2025 at 7:28 PM
🌍 As demand for high-quality Earth observation data grows, so does the need for strong governance and innovation. The National Academies brought together experts for a 2-day workshop on the future of Earth observations—now available to watch. ▶️https://ow.ly/m8rW50XJHh2
December 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Join The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine for a hybrid workshop on January 13-14, 2026 that will look at AI innovations that could enhance climate science and support decision-making for resilience and mitigation: https://ow.ly/QqoZ50XHxSs
December 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM
This #GivingTuesday, support Climate Crossroads—a National Academies initiative uniting trusted experts to advance science-based solutions for a resilient, sustainable future. Be part of the solution: https://ow.ly/X0v050XAgH1
December 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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
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
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
🔎 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
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
September 24, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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
Join us tomorrow, 9/17, for a public webinar discussing our upcoming report, which will review the latest scientific evidence on whether greenhouse gas emissions are reasonably anticipated to endanger public health and welfare in the United States.

RSVP: events.nationalacademies.org/45701_09-202...
Public Release: Effects of Human-Caused Greenhouse Gas Emissions on U.S. Climate, Health, and Welfare
Register for this event from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
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September 16, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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
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
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
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
We have appointed a provisional committee to review the latest science on whether greenhouse gas emissions endanger public health & welfare in the U.S. View: www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/ant...
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August 20, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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
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
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
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
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
#NativePlants are more than beautiful—they’re resilient, functional, and rooted in place. They help ecosystems thrive and support birds, bees & butterflies.🐦🐝 🦋

As climate shifts, they’re a tool for sustainability. #PollinatorWeek

Read more: buff.ly/513ZDIR
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June 21, 2025 at 6:02 PM