USDA Buries Sweeping Plan Prioritizing Climate Science
The USDA prevented the release of a plan for how the agency can effectively respond to the impacts of climate change.
Organized a Groundbreaking Mobilization of Scientists
Students and faculty at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology organized a day of action to protest the US government’s misuse of science.
UCS begins work on nuclear power safety.
UCS begins work on nuclear power safety.
Alerted Public to Defects of Nuclear Power Cooling Systems
UCS provides independent technical expertise at national hearings that spark widespread concern over nuclear power safety.
Reduced the Threat of the Nuclear Arms Race
UCS worked to expose the drawbacks of the Nixon administration's plans for an anti-ballistic missile system.
Offered a Prescient Warning of Danger at Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant
UCS called upon the US government to shut down the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant.
UCS opens an office In Washington, DC.
UCS opens an office In Washington, DC.
UCS launches work on renewable energy with publication of Energy Strategies: Toward A Solar Future.
UCS launches work on renewable energy.
Rallied 100,000 Students for Teach-Ins on Nuclear War Threats
UCS sponsored teach-ins at 150 campuses in 42 states.
Convened Top Scientists to Provide Facts on US Missile Defense
Many of the nation's top scientists, joined UCS to participate in the first-ever scientist-led teleconference