AIBS Helps AERC Brief Lawmakers

The American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) helped the Association of Ecosystem Research Centers (AERC) brief lawmakers about the role of ecosystem science in securing freshwater resources, including information about saltwater intrusion and the availability of small sources of freshwater across landscapes. The speakers discussed the ramifications of recent and potential changes to the Clean Water Rule, and the current efforts underway in using ecosystems science to restore and protect ecosystems in the California Delta and the Greater Everglades. AIBS also provided AERC members with communications and policy training and helped organize meetings for AERC members with lawmakers. The briefing was attended by congressional aides, Federal agency staff, Congressional Research Service staff, and representatives of scientific and non-governmental organizations.      
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