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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U.S. veterans speak out on climate change and national security
By Sharyn Stein for climate411 1 Comments
Several bipartisan groups of American veterans and and national security leaders are calling on Congress to take action on clean energy legislation in a new TV campaign. Read full post »
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New climate report: Life in a very different United States
By Lisa Moore for climate411 13 Comments
See what will happen to your state by the end of this century, according to a recent nonpartisan report on climate change. Read full post »
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Seven North American species threatened by global warming
By Sam Parry for climate411 1 Comments
Habitats are rapidly changing due to climate change, and animals can't adapt as quickly. Read full post »
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Infographic: Carbon cap leads to jobs
By Sharyn Stein for climate411 9 Comments
A clear, simple graphic illustrates how a carbon cap -- such as that proposed in the Waxman-Markey Bill -- will help U.S. business. Read full post »
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New report blows lid off climate deniers
By Keith Gaby for climate411 2 Comments
The truth comes out that industries with profits tied to fossil fuels purposefully ignored scientific facts to sway public opinion against climate change action. Read full post »
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Major climate policy coverage from major news sources
By Tony Kreindler for climate411 1 Comments
The media is delving into the details of climate policy at a level we just didn't see a couple years ago. Here's a sampling from this week. Read full post »
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Energy innovators just wanna have fun
By Miriam Horn for climate411 0 Comments
One of our most striking discoveries while working on 'Earth: The Sequel' was just how much fun energy innovators are having. See for yourself in the Discovery Channel TV special. Read full post »
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Less carbon, more jobs
By Jackie Roberts for climate411 0 Comments
Tens of thousands of workers in hundreds of communities are poised to benefit from a nationwide cap on carbon emissions. A new website helps connect people with these opportunities. Read full post »
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Video contest: Your choice vs. the "expert" choice
By Keith Gaby for climate411 1 Comments
Who is right when a national environmental group holds a video competition and the public and the "experts" disagree on who should win? Read full post »
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Jobs in wind energy grew explosively in 2008
By Tony Kreindler for climate411 4 Comments
Last year, the wind energy industry added so many new jobs that it now employs more people than coal mining. Read full post »
Environment News
Green Living
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Cell phones and radiation: 10 best and 10 worst
A report rates popular phone brands so you can judge the possible risks.
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Wild tree house restaurants
From New Zealand to Texas, restaurants have been built around trees. Care to dine al fresco?
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Find a reuse group near you
Use this interactive map to find people giving away free stuff or folks to take things off your hands.
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