The EPA Science Forum 2005 has been scheduled for Monday – Wednesday, May 16 – 18, 2005. The overarching theme is Collaborative Science for Environmental Solutions. Next year's Forum will focus on collaboration among public and private partners, federal agencies and international partners. Topics will include technology for sustainability, information and data systems, and measuring and quantifying environmental benefits.

Background

EPA will be hosting the fourth Annual Agency-wide Science Forum to showcase EPA's scientific accomplishments, demonstrate EPA's commitment to quality science, and highlight the impact of science in EPA decision-making.

Objectives

The Science Forum is designed to:

• Highlight selected high priority topics & EPA's science accomplishments;
• Showcase the Agency's commitment to quality science;
• Provide a forum for dialogue and interaction among EPA scientists, partners, clients, stakeholders, and colleagues; and
• Demonstrate how science influences Agency decisions.

Location

The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Washington, D.C.

Who Should Attend

• EPA Scientists, Partners, Clients, Stakeholders, and Colleagues;
• EPA Program, Research, and Regional Staff;
• Congressional Staff;
• Critical Stakeholders;
• The Scientific Community; and,
• Other Federal Agencies.