New NOAA climate office would meet growing needs

As the U.S. Global Change Research Program’s 2009 report indicates, climate-related impacts are already evident and expected to increase. Signs of change abound. Sea level rise. Longer growing seasons. Increases in heavy downpours. Droughts. Extended ice-free seasons and more.

JANE LUBCHENCO “NOAA will be better prepared to continue its internationally recognized role in the development and delivery of climate science.”