USGS and IPY

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In addition to sponsoring Earth Science Week, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) takes an active role in International Polar Year (IPY) 2007-2008. IPY is a global scientific effort to gain understanding of the polar regions. Participation allows the USGS to unite with the global polar research community. Together they are able to educate the public about the importance of understanding the polar regions and its impact on the world today.

Check out the USGS's IPY homepage or click on the links below to jump directly to specific topics within their site:

• USGS Educational Resources on Polar Research
  
  
• USGS past and present IPY involvement
  
  
• History of IPY
  
  
• IPY related Press Releases
  
  
• Link to other IPY Websites