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Air- Rochester, NY Asbestos Abatement Contractor Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Environmental Crimes and Making False StatementsWASHINGTON – After a two day hearing in federal court in Rochester, U.S. District Court Judge Charles J […]
- Administrator Lisa P. Jackson, Testimony Before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Oversight and InvestigationsAs prepared for delivery. Chairman Stearns, Ranking Member DeGette and Members of the Subcommittee, I appreciate the opportunity to be here today to testify on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) regulatory process […]
- EPA to Hold Three Public Hearings on Proposed Air Pollution Standards for Oil and Natural Gas ProductionWASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold three public hearings in September on the agency’s proposed standards to reduce air pollution from oil and gas drilling operations […]
- Rochester, NY Asbestos Abatement Contractor Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Environmental Crimes and Making False Statements
- Water
- St. Charles County, Mo., Public Water Supply District to Pay $5,696 Civil Penalty for Risk Management Program ViolationsEnvironmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Sept. 21, 2011) - The Public Water Supply District (PWSD) No. 2, of St […]
- President's Environmental Youth Awards Competition Accepting Nominations from Students in Grades K-12Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Sept […]
- Idaho oil distributor pays $15,000 penalty for inadequate spill prevention measures(Seattle – Sept. 19, 2011) Kimble Oil, Inc. agreed to pay a $15,000 fine for alleged violations of the Clean Water Act at its oil storage and distribution facility in Challis, Idaho under an order issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency […]
- St. Charles County, Mo., Public Water Supply District to Pay $5,696 Civil Penalty for Risk Management Program Violations
- EPA
- Rochester, NY Asbestos Abatement Contractor Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Environmental Crimes and Making False Statements (HQ, NY)WASHINGTON – After a two day hearing in federal court in Rochester, U.S. District Court Judge Charles J […]
- $150,000 Environmental Education Grant Available (IA, KS, MO, NE)Environmental News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Kansas City, Kan., Sept. 22, 2011) - Through Nov […]
- Cranston R.I. Company to Pay Fine for Chemical Reporting Violations (RI)(Boston, Mass. – Sept […]
- Administrator Lisa P. Jackson, Testimony Before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations (HQ)As prepared for delivery. Chairman Stearns, Ranking Member DeGette and Members of the Subcommittee, I appreciate the opportunity to be here today to testify on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) regulatory process […]
- U.S. EPA honors Local, Regional supermarkets for Environmental Achievements (CA)(9/21/11) SAN FRANCISCO – Sprouts Farmers Market and Supervalu, parent company of Lucky’s Southern California and Albertsons, are among the recipients of this year’s U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s GreenChill Partnership 2011 Environmental Achievement Awards […]
- Rochester, NY Asbestos Abatement Contractor Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Environmental Crimes and Making False Statements (HQ, NY)
- Ocean Temperatures
- Marcus Hook PARecent Water Temperature: 68.2°F (20.1°C) Observation Date and Time: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:54:00 GMT […]
- Tacony-Palmyra Bridge NJRecent Water Temperature: 65.7°F (18.7°C) Observation Date and Time: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:54:00 GMT […]
- Newbold PARecent Water Temperature: 66.0°F (18.9°C) Observation Date and Time: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 02:54:00 GMT […]
- Marcus Hook PA
- Invasive Species
- Minnesota -- Firewood Restriction in Effect on State Land (Sep 1, 2011)Firewood Restriction in Effect on State Land (Sep 1, 2011)... […]
- Florida -- Nonnative Pet Amnesty Day -- Nov 5, 2011Nonnative Pet Amnesty Day -- Nov 5, 2011 In an... […]
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Identifies Giant African Land Snails in Miami-Dade County (Sep 15, 2011)Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Identifies Giant African... […]
- Minnesota -- Firewood Restriction in Effect on State Land (Sep 1, 2011)
- Energy Research
- Waste treatment work leads to new initiativesA project that began a decade ago to enhance radioactive waste operations has led Dr. David Hobbs into a variety of new fields, with exciting results. […]
- Magnetic, superconducting material opens new possibilities in electronicsA group of scientists recently sandwiched two non-magnetic materials together and discovered a startling result: The layer where the two materials meet has both magnetic and superconducting regions'two properties that normally can't co-exist. […]
- Argonne breaks ground on Advanced Protein Crystallization FacilityDOE's Argonne National Laboratory broke ground in August on a $34.5 million Advanced Protein Crystallization Facility (APCF) that will enable scientists from Illinois and around the world to produce, purify and characterize a wide range of proteins more rapidly and have a critical role in the development of important medical therapies. […]
- Waste treatment work leads to new initiatives
- Energy Savers
- Are You Attending Solar Decathlon This Year?This Friday marks the first day of Solar Decathlon 2011, an annual event that challenges collegiate teams—from the United States and around the world—to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and attractive. Amanda Crosby, right, and Belinda Dods of New Zealand celebrate placing the final screw on the deck […]
- Solar Decathlon Technology Spotlight: Structural Insulated PanelsOriginally posted on the Solar Decathlon News Blog on September 19, 2011. View original post These structural insulated panels consist of foam insulation sandwiched between oriented strand boards. (Courtesy of Michael Bacchler) Editor’s Note: This post is one of a series of technology spotlights that introduces common technologies used in U.S. Department of […]
- See you Friday at the Solar Decathlon?On Friday at 10 a.m., the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon opens in West Potomac Park in Washington D.C. The event provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for members of the public to tour homes that save energy and money—and are powered by the sun. Many of my colleagues describe attending Solar Decathlon as one of the highlights of their professional […]
- Are You Attending Solar Decathlon This Year?
- Food And Drugs
- FDA approves Remicade to treat ulcerative colitis in children older than 6 yearsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Remicade (infliximab) to treat moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC) in children older than 6 years who have had inadequate response to conventional therapy. […]
- FDA approves Soliris for rare pediatric blood disorderThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Soliris (eculizumab) to treat patients with atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS), a rare and chronic blood disease that can lead to kidney (renal) failure and is also associated with increased risk of death and stroke. […]
- FDA: Over-the-counter asthma inhalers containing chloroflouorocarbons (CFCs) will no longer be made or sold after Dec. 31, 2011The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says users of epinephrine inhalers containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) should plan now to get a prescription for a replacement product because these inhalers will not be made or sold after Dec. 31, 2011. […]
- FDA approves Remicade to treat ulcerative colitis in children older than 6 years
- Consumer Health
- Primatene Mist With Chlorofluorocarbons No Longer Available After Dec. 31, 2011The only over-the-counter asthma inhaler sold in the U.S.—Primatene Mist with chlorofluorocarbons—will not be available after Dec. 31. See a health care professional soon to switch medicines. […]
- FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: August 2011FDA warns consumers about a home massager that can cause strangulation, a drug to treat yeast infections that is associated with birth defects, an antidepressant that can lead to abnormal heart rhythms, and more. […]
- FDA: Apple Juice Is Safe to DrinkFDA says testing shows there is no evidence of a public health risk from the small amount of arsenic found in apple juice […]
- Primatene Mist With Chlorofluorocarbons No Longer Available After Dec. 31, 2011
Climate Change
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
A Climate Service in NOAA
NOAA’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2012 Budget Request includes a reorganization that brings together its existing widely dispersed climate capabilities under a single line office management structure, the Climate Service.
The principal goal of this reorganization is to more efficiently and effectively respond to the rapidly increasing demand for easily accessible and timely scientific data and information about climate that helps people make informed decisions in their lives, businesses, and communities. NOAA provides this to citizens as climate services.
The Climate Service will allow NOAA to provide a reliable and authoritative source for climate data, information, and decision support
services and to more effectively coordinate with other agencies and partners.
This website provides the context and background materials concerning the reorganization to establish a climate service in NOAA. Please check back frequently for updates.
FY2012 Budget:
Next Steps
Additional Resources about the proposed Climate Service
for NOAA Employees
Vision and Strategic Framework for NOAA Climate Services
This Vision and Strategic Framework describes how NOAA proposes to respond to society’s growing need for climate services. It describes the vision for a Climate Service line office and outlines the best approach to achieving that vision.
Incorporates public and staff input from September 21 – October 18 public comment period
National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) Study on a NOAA Climate Service
Congress asked the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) to conduct a study about NOAA’s proposed climate service. The study, completed in Sept 2010, agreed with the need to establish a Climate Service at NOAA, and provided some valuable suggestions for design and implementation.
NOAA Climate Science and Services … In Action
For decades, NOAA has provided essential information about our climate that anticipates future risks, saves lives, protects property and safeguards the economy. The following one-pagers showcase how our climate information and services help inform decisions and actions by people, local businesses and communities.
Milestones
NOAA has made significant progress towards the goal of establishing a climate service over the last year. The timeline below lists the major milestones in reverse chronological order.
+ NOAA 2012 Budget Summary “Bluebook”
+ NOAA FY2012 “Blue Book” Reorganization Summary
2011
2011
+ Draft Clmiate Service Vision and Strategic Framework (v 9.0, 12/20/2010) [pdf]
2010
+ Draft Climate Service Vision and Strategic Framework (v8.1, 9/20/2010) [pdf]
+ Federal Register Notice (9/22/10)
+ Statement from Dr. Jane Lubchenco
+ Full Report
2010
+ Background Information [pdf]
+ NAPA Public Dialogue on a NOAA Climate Service
2010
+ Press Release
2010
| Press Call Audio [mp3], Transcript [pdf]
NOAA Climate Service Events
Other NOAA Climate Activities and Climate Information
Interagency Activities
NOAA recognizes that no single agency can fulfill the growing need for climate services. We envision the new Climate Service as a streamlined and coordinated line office positioned to contribute to partnerships across the federal governments and other regional climate service providers. NOAA expects the Climate Service to participate fully in Federal interagency partnerships, which are vital to fulfilling the demand for climate services.
Adaptation Strategy [pdf]
About Climate and Climate Change