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The Water Science and Technology Board (WSTB) serves as the focal point for studies related to water resources at the National Academies. The board works to improve the scientific and technological foundation for addressing national- and regional-level questions and issues associated with efficient management, development, and use of water resources in natural and engineered environments. The interests of WSTB include scientific, engineering, economic, institutional, legal, and social aspects of water resources.

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Review of Central Valley and State Water Projects

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Billions of gallons of water flow daily through California’s Central Valley Project and State Water Project — critical systems that supply much of the state’s water and support millions of acres of farmland. A new National Academies report reviews three key management actions aimed at protecting endangered fish species and balancing water supply and ecosystem goals.

Nov 10, 2025
Numerous waterways snake through the delta where the Sacramento River and San Joaquin River meet. Visible in the photo is Bethel Island, Franks Tract State Recreation Area, Mandeville Tip County Park, and Brannan Island State Recreation Area.
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Discussion with Florida International University on Water Quality Work

  • August 25, 2025
  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
  • Meeting
  • Past

This is a call with FIU/LTER researchers to discuss ongoing research activities in the Everglades related to water quality. Please contact Sam Kraft (skraft@nas.edu) to sign up to attend.

The Future of Drought in the United States: Information gathering 2, Planning session 2

  • August 18, 2025
  • 4:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Closed planning session to finalize details (agenda, speakers, questions) for information gathering session #2 on drought and nonstationarity. Event page: Drought and Non-stationarity Information Gath...

The Future of Drought in the United States: Information Gathering 3, Planning Session 1

  • August 15, 2025
  • 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Closed planning session to discuss goals and questions for information gathering session #3 on drought data users and decision-makers.

The Future of Drought in the United States Subgroup: Data Sources Discussion

  • August 15, 2025
  • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Small group discussion of drought data sources.

The Future of Drought in the United States: Meeting 3 planning #1

  • August 12, 2025
  • 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Sub-group meeting to contribute to planning for the September committee meeting, with a focus on the provisional report outline.

The Future of Drought in the United States: Information gathering 2, Planning session 1

  • August 8, 2025
  • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Closed committee planning session for Information Gathering Session 2 on Nonstationarity, to discuss topics, speakers, and agenda. Event page: Drought and Non-stationarity Information Gathering Sessio...

Enabling DOE Regional Energy-Water Technology Pilots Public Information-Gathering Meeting #4

  • July 30 - 31, 2025
  • Meeting
  • Past

For those joining virtually, please use the following Zoom Link: https://nasem.zoom.us/j/92213748196 Join the National Academies for an information-gathering meeting focused on regional energy-water i...

Water quality subgroup check-in

  • July 18, 2025
  • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Subgroup meeting to discuss assignments and outline.

The Future of Drought in the United States: Committee Meeting #2

  • July 15, 2025
  • 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Meeting
  • Past

July 15, 1:30-4pm (Eastern): Public Information Gathering Session: Intermediary Data Providers for Drought Information. This session provides an opportunity for the study committee to hear from interm...

Chapter 3 subgroup check-in

  • July 14, 2025
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Committee subgroup meeting to discuss aim and responsibilities of this chapter.

Independent Scientific Review of Everglades Restoration Progress XI - The 2026 Biennial Review Closed-Session Committee Meeting

  • June 26, 2025
  • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

Closed-session meeting with committee and staff discussing the field trip and the public session from the day previous.

Independent Scientific Review of Everglades Restoration Progress XI - The 2026 Biennial Review - Public Meeting #2 - West Palm Beach

  • June 25, 2025
  • 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM (EDT)
  • Meeting
  • Past

This is a public meeting to discuss ecosystem status & trends and restoration tradeoffs. Located at Embassy Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach Central.

Independent Scientific Review of Everglades Restoration Progress XI - The 2026 Biennial Review - Field Trip to Everglades

  • June 24, 2025
  • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
  • Meeting
  • Past

This is a field trip with the committee and staff to visit the Everglades.

Review of Approaches for Managing Pollutant Loads in Highway Stormwater Runoff - Meeting #11 - Closed Session

  • June 24, 2025
  • 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past

The Future of Drought in the United States: Subgroup Planning for Info Gathering Session

  • June 20, 2025
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
  • Closed
  • Meeting
  • Past
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