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Biden Orders Gov't Org Responsible for Weather Forecasts to Use 'Special' Indian Knowledge


Published on 2024-12-15 12:02:22 - MSN
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  • "The mission of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is to provide daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings, climate monitoring to fisheries management, coastal restoration,

President Joe Biden has issued an executive order directing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to incorporate traditional ecological knowledge from Native American tribes into its weather forecasting and climate research. This initiative aims to enhance the accuracy of weather predictions and climate models by integrating indigenous insights, which have been developed over millennia, with modern scientific methods. The order emphasizes the importance of recognizing and utilizing the deep understanding that Native Americans have of their local environments, potentially improving disaster preparedness and response, and fostering a more inclusive approach to environmental science. This move is part of a broader effort to acknowledge and integrate indigenous knowledge into federal policy-making, promoting equity and environmental justice.

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