Some new reports from the Congressional Research Service obtained by Secrecy News that have not been made readily available to the public include the following (all pdf).
“Tsunami Detection and Warnings for the United States,” May 28, 2008.
“Nanotechnology: A Policy Primer,” May 20, 2008.
“Nanotechnology and U.S. Competitiveness: Issues and Options,” May 15, 2008.
“The Army’s M-4 Carbine: Background and Issues for Congress,” May 30, 2008.
“Tuberculosis: International Efforts and Issues for Congress,” updated May 1, 2008.
“Russia’s Economic Performance and Policies and Their Implications for the United States,” May 30, 2008.
The goal: help communities approach data center development with stronger negotiating tools and a clearer understanding of what’s possible.
Just as sports fanatics had plenty to celebrate this year, so does the heat policy team at FAS. In response to recent heat events, leaders across the country have taken steps to build heat resilience.
Congress should establish a Modeling, Analysis, and Technical Talent for Energy Regulation Hub (MATTER Hub) within the Department of Energy (DOE).
Western states functionally manage trillions in global climate risk (permafrost, forest carbon, etc.) and can do so in ways that drive state economic development.