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The Union of Concerned Scientists is a member-supported nonprofit that’s fighting for a safer and healthier world.
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New England’s Offshore Wind Solution
The New England winter is no match for what offshore wind offers.
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Less Fertilizer, Better Outcomes
US farmers apply far more synthetic nitrogen fertilizer than their crops can actually absorb, harming people, ecosystems, and the climate.
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Sea level rise, explained by kids
Young people have a lot to say about how global warming is changing the world.
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UCS: What We Do
Breathtaking imagery from photographer Daniel Beltrá showcases the range of issues that UCS works on.
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Cleaner, More Affordable Power for Illinois
UCS championed legislation that will help Illinois achieve its clean electricity goals and boost energy affordability amid federal attacks on clean energy.