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Supporting science-based decision making at all levels


AGI’s Geoscience Policy and Critical Issues programs support well-informed public policy and decision making by providing information and facilitating dialogue between the geoscience community and decision makers.

Stay current with geoscience policy information and news

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Discover state-specific geoscience information that is decision-relevant and rich with links to credible and impartial sources Delve into a variety of information resources to learn about how geoscience is being applied in your state in five main...

General Inquiries

Geoscience Policy: govt@americangeosciences.org

Critical Issues: cipinfo@americangeosciences.org