Reports & Multimedia

We can protect ourselves from future oil price spikes by cutting the country’s projected oil use in half over the next 20 years — and the production of clean, fuel-efficient vehicles is a critical first step.

Science and democracy have been inseparable since our nation was born. Here are some of the highlights of their paired story.

The Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program is a California state regulation that requires automakers to sell electric cars and trucks in California.

This infographic shows how hot, dry summers can put our electricity supplies at risk and highlights examples of energy-water collisions.

This report from the Union of Concerned Scientists identifies trends in heat waves in the Midwest, discusses the health implications of these trends, and looks at what cities are doing to prepare their populations to cope with a warming world.

The Cooler Smarter Trivia Night Kit from the Union of Concerned Scientists contains all the tools you'll need to host a successful trivia night and inspire your guests to reduce their carbon footprint with a few simple, practical steps.

This report from the Union of Concerned Scientists evaluates the renewable energy investments of California's 10 largest publicly owned utilities.

An interdisciplinary worksthop to explore the underlying dynamics by which public opinion is formed and changes on climate change.

Droughts can be devastating to farmers and food supplies. The biotech industry has touted the potential of genetic engineering to reduce the impact of drought. But the results so far are modest compared to non-GE approaches—and the costs are high.

Frequently asked questions about the UCS report Start of Charge.