AGU Blogosphere

5 February 2026

Science Funding for FY26 Secured

On Tuesday, 3 February, the President signed into law a third appropriations package, resulting in 95% of fiscal year 2026 (FY26) appropriations now complete, including funding for all U.S. federal science agencies. Despite a challenging year for science and U.S. science agencies, the FY26 appropriations legislation is a bright spot, demonstrating the strength and value of the scientific community engaging with policymakers. The funding levels recommended in the president’s budget …

2 February 2026

Powering our Action: AGU Voices in Action

In the face of chaos, uncertainty, and rapid changes, the AGU science policy community stepped up time and time again to protect and advance science policy around the globe. From courtrooms to the halls of Congress to local townhalls to AGU25, AGU and our members engaged policymakers everywhere. Collectively, we were able to prevent billions of dollars in cuts in funding to science in the U.S., raise awareness about the …

29 September 2025

Introducing the 2025-2026 US Voices for Science Cohort

We are pleased to introduce the 2025-2026 Voices for Science United States Cohort! We have 20 participants from 16 States beginning their policy and outreach journeys. Click on each photo to read more about each participant.

19 September 2025

AGU Updates Position Statements on Education, Government Support and the Rights of Scientists

We are pleased to share that AGU is updating several position statements that provide vital guidance on issues at the heart of the scientific community and society. AGU position statements — created, revised and approved by members with feedback and support from experts in related fields — are what enable AGU to take adaptive stances on significant policy issues related to the Earth and space sciences. These statements are reviewed every …

18 September 2025

AGU August Days of Action: Scientists stepping up for science

Scientists play a vital role in serving communities by deepening our understanding of the world and driving advances that improve public health, safeguard the environment, enhance safety, and more. Yet recent Administration policies are placing these contributions at risk, threatening the ability of scientists in the U.S. to carry out this critical work. Scientists are not standing by. They are stepping forward to demonstrate the profound value of their research …

4 September 2025

Repealing EPA’s Endangerment Finding Threatens Decades of Climate Progress: Take Action

AGU is deeply alarmed by the Environmental Protection Agency’s plan to reverse its longstanding endangerment finding for greenhouse gases. This action undermines decades of rigorous scientific research showing that carbon dioxide, methane and other emissions pose a clear threat to human health and welfare. AGU stands firmly with the global scientific community: The weight of evidence is unequivocal, and regulatory safeguards must reflect the best available science. By reversing …

11 July 2025

Community Blog: Showing up for one another when it feels like we don’t matter

Guest post by Dr. Heidi Steltzer Sixteen years ago, I chose with intention to live in rural southwest Colorado. There were many reasons, including my intuition guided me here. I needed to be in relationship with people who live in a rural region, many of whom don’t engage often with scientists. I’ve given lots of talks, spoken on panels, and engaged with folks to talk climate here. They all …

9 May 2025

Science in Action: Reflections on the 2025 AAAS CASE Workshop

Science in Action: My Reflections on the 2025 AAAS CASE Workshop By Ayobami Oladapo, PhD Student in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Science at Purdue University Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to attend the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Catalyzing Advocacy for Science and Engineering (CASE) Workshop in Washington, D.C. The 3-day-long workshop was a great experience for me, from learning about the history of U.S. …

5 May 2025

Trump Budget Request Shrinks Federal Science Agencies

On Friday, 2 May, President Trump released a “skinny” version of his fiscal year (FY) 2026 budget request. This skinny budget outlines the President’s budget priorities, including cuts and increases in funding and his thematic priorities for fiscal year 2026. Although Congress and stakeholders need the President’s full budget request to fully understand his 2026 priorities and plans, the skinny budget is enough for Congress, especially appropriators, to begin determining …

9 April 2025

AGU Days of Action Activities in Your District

AGU Days of Action Activities in Your District 14-25 April 2025 As a community of scientists, now is the time to come together and demonstrate the robust, widespread support for sustained investment in the Earth and space sciences. Let’s all take action during these two weeks, when Congress will be back in their home districts: Call your Members of Congress at their home districts Attend an event hosted by a …

11 February 2025

AGU’s 2024 Science Policy Impact

2024 was an incredibly busy year for AGU’s science policy community, marked by numerous achievements: the adoption of three new position statements, multiple virtual trainings and gatherings, five Congressional visits day events, the release of AGU’s Ethical Framework Principles for Climate Intervention Research, and dozens of workshops and events at scientific meetings around the world, including AGU24 in Washington, D.C. Take a deep dive into AGU’s science policy and …

3 February 2025

AGU’s 2025-2026 Policy Priorities

Since 2019, AGU has developed policy priorities to guide our advocacy efforts and accelerate the advancement of important science policies and legislation. These policy priorities reflect AGU’s broader strategic goals, the evolving policy landscape, and the needs of our members. After reviewing feedback from AGU members and leaders, we are pleased to share AGU’s 2025-2026 policy priorities. The priorities focus on three key areas: Confronting climate change through research, …