DOE Science Board Schedules Routine July Meeting
Published Date: 6/9/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Energy’s Office of Science Advisory Committee is holding its second public meeting on July 17, 2026, in Washington, DC, with a virtual option via Zoom. This meeting lets experts and the public share ideas on important science projects, helping guide future research. If you’re interested, you’ll need to register in advance to join and possibly speak up during the public comment time.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Meet in Person or Join by Zoom
You can attend the DOE Office of Science Advisory Committee meeting on July 17, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EDT at the Capital Hilton (1001 16th Street NW, Washington, DC) or remotely via Zoom. Advanced registration is required and remote attendance instructions will be posted on the SCAC website or obtained from Katie Runkles (phone: (301) 903-6529; email: [email protected]).
Public Comment Slot and Speaker Rules
About 30 minutes are reserved for public comments during the meeting, and each speaker may speak up to 10 minutes. Those wishing to speak should submit a request at least five days before the July 17, 2026 meeting.
ADA Accommodations and Captions Provided
If you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, send your request to Katie Runkles by email at [email protected] two weeks but no later than 48 hours prior to the event; closed captions will be enabled for the meeting.
Submit Written Statements; Minutes Available
If you cannot attend or have insufficient time to speak, you may send a written statement to Katie Runkles (U.S. Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585 or email [email protected]). The meeting minutes will be available within 90 days on the SCAC meetings webpage.
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