Public Policy in the Aquatic Sciences
In January 2000, ASLO opened its Washington, DC office in order to better engage aquatic scientists in policy decisions and to inform ASLO members regarding aquatic science policy. Dr. Adrienne Sponberg is the ASLO Director of Public Affairs. ASLO also has a Public Policy Committee, which is currently chaired by Rachel Noble of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
ASLO members interested in policy matters receive regular news updates and "Action Alerts" that cover policy actions in the US, Canada and the European Union. An example of the areas covered by a policy news update is shown below.
May-June 2009
- Canadian Science and Technology Strategy receives mixed reviews
- House and Senate approve big boosts for NSF, NOAA
- Clean Water Restoration Act makes progress in Senate
- Obama gives feds 90 days to create National Ocean Policy
- House passes legislation to bolster international science efforts
read more: Members Policy Page