Climate Crossroads Congressional Fellowship The Climate Crossroads Congressional Fellowship provides current Congressional staff with a solid grounding in the science, engineering, and health dimensions of climate change. The fellowship fosters dialogue and builds capacity for evidence-informed policymaking for a more resilient, competitive, and secure nation.

📣 Calling all Congressional Staffers! Applications are now open for the Climate Crossroads Congressional Fellowship 2026-2027! Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/UjTy50YGs4o

On April 8, join the NAM third annual Climate and Health Summit to explore the latest insights, innovations, and opportunities at the intersection of climate and health. Be part of advancing solutions and engage with health leaders! https://ow.ly/oMu050YrXYJ #ClimateActionforHealth

When women contribute to science, the quality of output improves. This Women’s History Month, revisit a conversation on the role of women in climate science and leadership. 👩‍🔬

Watch: https://ow.ly/3E2450YpR84

#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInSTEM #ClimateAction

Join The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine on March 17 for the 27th annual Roger Revelle Lecture. Dr. Larry Mayer will discuss advances in sonar, autonomous systems, and satellite communications shaping the future of ocean exploration.

Register: https://ow.ly/HiXA50Ym14U

In a Climate Conversation hosted last April, we explored the interconnected challenges facing corals and the need for holistic responses that integrate research, restoration, policy, and science communication. Read the article to learn more: https://ow.ly/fbO150Ykm4t

📣Virginians! Join us Mar 27 for a hybrid symposium on advancing flood resilience in VA, hosted with the Virginia Academy of Sciences & UVA Engineering. Panels on urban/rural flooding & innovation. In-person space limited! 9AM-5PM ET + reception. Register: https://ow.ly/625250Yhe19

Congratulations to #NASmember Veerabhadran Ramanathan on receiving the prestigious Crafoord Prize in Geosciences 2026! 🎉

Join Climate at the National Academies in partnership with VASEM and UVA for a day-long program to discuss opportunities and challenges for flood resilience across the Commonwealth. Register now: https://ow.ly/SIqw50Ye3nS

Climate Conversations: D.C. Crossroads Join us for conversations on the science information landscape and local climate action as we celebrate the 50th event in our Climate Conversations series. Please take our Post Webinar Survey after viewing the event. Sign up for the Climate at the National Academies newsletter Relevant Resources: DC Heat Mapping Chart Keep Cool DC Climate Adaptation & Preparedness Montgomery County, MD Flood Sensors Maryland Mesonet System Montgomery County, MD Climate Action Plan (CAP) Community Heat Mapping in Montgomery County, MD Sustained Fairfax Challenge This event...

ICYMI: The recording from our 50th Climate Conversation is now available! 🌍📺https://ow.ly/rJoz50Ye21E

From science communication to local action across the DMV, catch up on insights from our milestone event. #ClimateConversations50

Join us for Climate Conversations: D.C. Crossroads on February 10th!

Panelists will discuss the science communication landscape and local climate action as we celebrate the 50th event in our Climate Conversations series! 🎉

▶️ Register to attend virtually: https://ow.ly/nk3Q50YbR29

🌳 Join us on February 10th for a panel on Climate Action Leadership in the DMV. Register today! https://ow.ly/EBH750Y4Z6f

#ClimateConversations50 #ClimateAction #DC #Maryland #Virginia

🔊 Join us on February 10th for a panel on Connecting Communities to Trusted Science Information. Register today! https://ow.ly/J25x50Y5c73

#ClimateConversations50 #ScienceCommunication #ClimateCommunication

Climate Conversations: D.C. Crossroads Register for this event from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

We're looking forward to our 50th Climate Conversation. Register today to join us for Climate Conversations: D.C. Crossroads on February 10! 🎉https://ow.ly/hpyE50XXpIg

Join Climate at the National Academies for the 50th #ClimateConversation featuring two dynamic discussions about the science information landscape and local climate action across the DMV.
Register now: https://ow.ly/pcCe50XSZ3C

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.

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

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

🌍 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

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

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

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

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

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!

🔎 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

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

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

Our new report explores the effects of greenhouse gas emissions on the U.S. health and welfare. Read more: nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/2923...

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.

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...

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_...

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...