Concerns over the impacts of climate change have prompted calls for action from all levels of governments and across the many sectors of the economy and society. But which actions are most effective, both in the short-term and the long-term? What are the major practical and technological hurdles? What information do people need to respond effectively?

In response to a request from Congress, the National Academies have initiated a suite of studies called America's Climate Choices, designed to inform and guide the nation's response to climate change. More than 90 experts from government, academia, and the private sector have been selected to serve on the steering committee and four focused panels. These volunteer experts will produce a series of consensus reports, to be released in late 2009 and 2010, that will provide policy advice and practical guidance for taking action in response to climate change.
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Concerns over the impacts of climate change have prompted calls for action from all levels of governments and across the many sectors of the economy and society. But which actions are most effective, both in the short-term and the long-term? What are the major practical and technological hurdles? What information do people need to respond effectively?

In response to a request from Congress, the National Academies have initiated a suite of studies called America's Climate Choices, designed to... (read more)