Science and Technology for Sustainability Program
The overall objective of the Science and Technology for Sustainability Program is to harness the power of science, engineering, and medicine to meet sustainability challenges from local to global scales.
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News and Updates
Workshop Series on Resource Optimization for Critical Minerals: Recovery Strategies for Waste and Low-Grade Materials – Call for Experts
Update
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine invite nominations of experts to serve on a workshop planning committee for a new two-part workshop series examining resource-optimization pathways to improve the resilience, sustainability, and circularity of the U.S. critical minerals supply. Please submit nominations by July 17, 2026.
Frontiers Planet Prize Names 25 National Champions for 2026
Announcement
Amir AghaKouchak has been named the U.S. National Champion for the 2026 Frontiers Planet Prize in recognition of his work on the monitoring and mitigation of extreme hydrological conditions. The prize celebrates scientific breakthroughs offering scalable, evidence-based solutions in the sustainability space. The National Academies led the review and recommendation of U.S. nominees for the prize.
