Dr. Bill Chameides joined Environmental Defense as chief scientist in 2005 after three decades in academia as a professor of atmospheric sciences. As an atmospheric scientist, Chameides's research focuses on explaining the processes that shape our environment and thereby help to identify pathways toward a sustainable future.
As an advocate, Chameides promotes governmental and private sector action to advance the causes of environmental health and sustainability using market-based approaches founded in sound scientific principles.
Dr. Chameides is:
• a member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences
• a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union
• a recipient of the American Geophysical Union's Macelwane Award
• a National Associate of the National Academies in "recognition of extraordinary service"
Recent Blog Entries
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Save our satellites
By Lisa Moore for Climate 411
Satellites provide more than pretty pictures. Crucial data about climate change depends on continuous high-quality satellite imaging. Unfortunately, this data stream is threatened by budget cuts and lack of political support. Read full post »
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Helping animals and plants survive climate change
By Lisa Moore for Climate 411
Leading biologists suggest moving species to new homes to prevent extinction as their original habitats are destroyed by global warming. Read full post »
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Top 20 energy solutions from you
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
Blog readers tell how they're coping with high oil prices. From biking and carpooling to a DIY electric car conversion, people are getting creative while ditching the SUV. Read full post »
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Immense flat roofs, an untapped resource
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
Wal-Mart and Whole Foods are putting solar panels on their roofs, which could generate up to 40 percent of the stores' electricity. Will more retailers go solar? Read full post »
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The buzz on electricity from people power
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
A London nightclub has special floors that convert groovin' moves into power, while a gym uses workout machine movement to pump up the lights. A Japanese concert was electrified by pedaling. What's next? Read full post »
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A viable coal-to-liquids project?
By Mark Brownstein for Climate 411
One of America's leading coal companies plans to build the first coal-to-liquid plant in West Virginia. But major questions remain about how clean and efficient the process really is. Read full post »
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Arctic expedition for climate action
By Fred Krupp for Climate 411
Over 100 business leaders, environmentalists, journalists, and activists visit the North Pole to see the effects of climate change first-hand. Read full post »
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Car insurance that costs less when you drive less
By Michael Replogle for Climate 411
Pay-as-you-drive insurance charges you only for what you actually use, and a couple companies are testing it out. But many U.S. state regulations are in the way -- where does your state stand? Read full post »
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Emergency funding for public transit crisis
By Michael Replogle for Climate 411
Bus and rail use is at a 50-year high due to gas prices. But systems across the U.S. can't get enoung funding without federal help. Read full post »
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Stephen Colbert is priceless
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
Who needs safety regulations and the Environmental Protection Agency? Not the denizens of the Colbert Nation. Check out this hilarious video. Read full post »
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Clean energy jobs can revitalize the U.S. economy
By Jackie Roberts for Climate 411
14 million Americans currently have green jobs, and two new reports show that renewable energy could exponentially increase the green workforce. Read full post »
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A moral call to fight global warming
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
Texas could be the national leader in faith-based efforts working to end climate change. Read full post »
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USDA may choose crops over the environment
By Lisa Moore for Climate 411
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is under pressure to open conservation lands for farming -- even though the areas are ecologically fragile and food yields would be low. Read full post »
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Coral reefs in decline
By Rod Fujita for Climate 411
New report from NOAA scientists links climate change with damage to coral reefs. But these resilient habitats can come back if we reduce CO2 emissions. Read full post »
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Gas prices too high? Take the bus!
By Andy Darrell for Climate 411
People are rediscovering cheaper, less stressful public transit. Congress needs to step up and fund the system. Read full post »
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Picturing U.S. carbon emissions
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
An interactive map shows how much each part of our economy creates greenhouse gases. Read full post »
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Easy recycling of compact fluorescents
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
Now 75 percent of Americans will be within 10 miles of a CFL recycling center, thanks to Home Depot. Read full post »
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Did global warming cause the Midwest flooding?
By James Wang for Climate 411
Climate change intensifies the "hydrological cycle," causing some seasons to be very wet while others are very dry. Read full post »
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Top 5 reasons why the Senate must act now
By Sheryl Canter for Climate 411
The Climate Security Act comes up for a vote in early June -- encourage your representatives to seize this historic opportunity. Read full post »
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Algae biofuels 101
By Miriam Horn for Climate 411
Microscopic pond scum is a promising source of fuel, and several tech start-ups are exploring how to turn this crop into sustainable energy. Read full post »
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