National Academy of Sciences: entering the energy debate
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) has become a major voice in the energy debate even though it is not well known to the public. Originally created by the government during the Lincoln Administration, NAS was chartered to be self-governing and to act as an independent source of counsel to the government on matters of science and technology; according to its charter, it may not accept a fee for such services. Its organizational structure and functions are summarized and its unique features noted: (1) over 1200 distinguished scientists belong, (2) its resource is the whole U.S. scientific community, and (3) its National Research Council (NRC) ensures quality control. The Committee on Nuclear and Alternative Energy Sources (CONAES) report Energy in Transition: 1985 - 2010 is described to illustrate the caliber of studies and contributions made by the Academy. (DCK)
- OSTI ID:
- 5229447
- Journal Information:
- EPRI J.; (United States), Journal Name: EPRI J.; (United States)
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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