Promotes operational leadership in Arctic and Antarctic research through the National Science Foundation.
The POLAR Act establishes the Directorate for Polar Programs within the National Science Foundation to advance polar research, education, workforce development, and infrastructure. It aims to expand knowledge of polar systems, improve global system interactions, and enhance U.S. capabilities in the Arctic and Antarctica. The Act also facilitates research and infrastructure development in Greenland and supports long-term Arctic observing systems. It includes provisions for an advisory committee to assess activities and make recommendations.
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