The RWSC Steering Committee contains equal representation of the four Sectors. Representatives are elected by the members of each Sector Caucus. The Steering Committee provides governance and oversight on the processes and procedures of the RWSC. This includes:
Quarterly virtual meetings
Liaise with existing and related science efforts that Steering Committee members may be part of
Establish and maintain two-way communication with sectors on RWSC progress, development, and direction
Provide guidance to the Director on refining near-term objectives for the RWSC
Provide criteria for how and what kind of research the RWSC supports
Provide oversight on the establishment of funding of the operations of the RWSC
Establish roles and approaches to membership for Subcommittees
Based on Subcommittee recommendation, approve plans to align research with gaps and needs assessment
Provide input on cross-cutting issues like data standardization, stressors and impacts as needed
2024 STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
States
New Hampshire Department of Fish & Game
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Maryland Department of Natural Resources / Maryland Energy Administration
