On Tuesday, May 18 at 11:00 AM EDT, the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology will be hosting a Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee hearing with Dr. Karen M. St. Germain, Division Director, Earth Sciences Division, Science Mission Directorate, NASA; Dr. Gavin Schmidt, Senior Climate Advisor (Acting) and Director of Goddard Institute for Space Studies, NASA; Mr. Riley Duren, Research Scientist, Office of Research, Innovation, and Impact, University of Arizona; Chief Executive Officer, Carbon Mapper, Inc; and Mr. Robbie Schingler, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Planet. The hearing will examine the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Earth science and climate change activities and plans, including the role of space-based observations, partnerships, and other issues. The hearing is titled, “NASA’s Earth Science and Climate Change Activities: Current Roles and Future Opportunities.”
“NASA’s Earth observing satellite fleet and extensive research portfolio are a cornerstone of the nation’s climate science enterprise,” said Chairwoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX). “The climate crisis requires that we examine every opportunity to leverage capabilities, partnerships, and consider potential options for further contributions. This hearing on NASA’s Earth science and climate change activities will take an important step toward that end.”
This hearing will be conducted remotely via Zoom video conferencing. Members of the public may view the hearing via live webcast accessible on the Science, Space, and Technologies Committee’s website. Please note the webcast will not be available until the hearing begins.
Information for this hearing, including witness testimony, and a live webcast will be posted HEREas they become available.
MEDIA: For more information please contact Catherine Anderson (202-225-6375/ Catherine.Anderson@mail.house.gov ) or Hannah Robinson (Hannah.Robinson@mail.house.gov )
