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Feb. 12, 2010
A National Climate Service
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| In 1910, the Weather Bureau (now the National Weather Service) began offering weekly forecasts to aid in agriculture. Now, the government is proposing the creation of a similar service, focused instead on climate change and its effects. In this segment, NOAA Administrator Jane Lubchenco discusses the proposal for the creation of a 'National Climate Service.' |
Produced by Charles Bergquist, Director and Contributing Producer
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Jane Lubchenco
Administrator
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Washington DC
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