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Event - Jul 21, 2026
Summer in the City: Urban Heat Island, Climate, Justice, and Health

On July 28, join a panel of local experts to discuss how the District can adapt and protect its residents. This solution-oriented conversation will explore actionable strategies to mitigate urban heat risks and associated costs, safeguard public health, and invest in sustainable infrastructure to build a more climate-resilient D.C.

Article - Jul 11, 2026
Athens, Ga., mayoral candidates air views on energy and environment at scientist-led forum

Learn more about what the five candidates for mayor of Athens, Georgia discussed on key environmental issues at a forum held on energy and the environment, co-sponsored by ESAL. 

Article - Jun 24, 2026
Strengthening Sustainable Food Systems From the Ground Up

Learn more about Mike Lavender's work across all levels of government to advocate for sustainable agriculture policy and create an equitable farming community.

Event - Jun 24, 2026
Meet me in the "Break Zoom": Monthly Sign-ups

ESAL Community is an ever growing community of passionate, dedicated, and curious civic-minded people in STEM. Members have the opportunity to connect with one another, but sometimes we need a little help reaching out. That is why we are introducing a new networking matching activity called Meet me in the "Break Zoom". In an office […]

Event - Jun 9, 2026
Engaging with Local Policy: A Seattle Civic STEM Meetup

Calling Seattle area people in STEM! Want to learn more about local policy, and want to connect with other civic-minded people? Join us for an evening of connection and learning at our event, Engaging with Local Policy: A Seattle Civic STEM Meetup. Co-Hosted by Engineers and Scientists Acting Locally and Out in STEM (oSTEM) Seattle […]

Article - Jun 9, 2026
AI and Redistricting: The history of House Districts and How Modern Tools May Change Them

In ESAL's latest America at 250 feature, we set out to learn more about the history of House districts and the potential uses of AI for redistricting. ESAL spoke with Kyle Kondik, a managing editor at the University of Virginia Center for Politics to learn about this timely topic.

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