Our scientists and experts produce reports, peer-reviewed papers, interactive tools, and other resources as part of our advocacy. Search or browse our resource library below.
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Podcast
The Seeds of Science Advocacy: A Look Back to a Political Awakening of Scientists
In a troubled, divisive time, a small group of scientists decided to make their voices heard—and founded the Union of Concerned Scientists in the process.
Activist Resource
Shopping for Change
Our web feature Shopping for Change is a resource to help you make informed shopping choices and learn more about your role and policymakers' roles in the food system.
Feature
Shopping for Change
Under the slick supermarket packaging lies a food system that’s failing us. The good news is, we know how to build a better one.
Report
Where Are Self-Driving Cars Taking Us?
Self-driving cars could help or harm access to jobs and transportation. It depends on what policies we choose.
Podcast
The Ethical Question of Autonomous Vehicles
Dr. Richard Ezike walks us through the equity implications of autonomous vehicles (AVs), and the infrastructure overhaul needed to get AVs on the road.
Explainer
CO2 and Ocean Acidification
Rising CO2 concentrations in the atmosphere are changing the chemistry of the ocean, and putting marine life in danger.
Podcast
Two Years of Attacks on Science: Holding the Trump Administration Accountable
A look at the systematic dismantling of science protections and what it means for public health and safety.
Report
Inequitable Exposure to Air Pollution from Vehicles in California (2019)
We quantified Californians' exposure to dangerous air pollution. Particulate matter disproportionately affects Californians of color and low-income communities.
Report
The State of Science in the Trump Era
The Trump administration's pattern of undermining science is damaging our health and safety. Scientists and their allies are pushing back—and Congress should join them.
Activist Resource
Meet with your Member of Congress
Commit to stand up for science this year: Set up your first meeting with your member of Congress. We’ve got the tools you need to get started.
Report
Decoys Used in Missile Defense Intercept Tests
The United States missile defense system hasn’t shown that it can successfully deal with decoys or other countermeasures.
Activist Resource
The PFAS Threat
The EPA must act now to protect communities from a highly toxic class of chemicals known as PFAS that contaminate drinking water and groundwater.
