Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS)
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) provides independent scientific research and advocacy to solve the world’s pressing problems, combining rigorous analysis with effective advocacy to create practical solutions for a healthy, safe, and sustainable future.
Target Customer
Policy makers at federal/state/local governments, journalists and media, partner organizations and allied nonprofits, donors and individual supporters, and the general public interested in science-based decision making.
Key Differentiator
Independent, science-based advocacy funded solely by individuals and independent foundations (no corporate or government grants), with a large mobilized network of supporters and hundreds of partner organizations; decades-long track record of producing policy-relevant science and achieving tangible legislative and regulatory outcomes.
Implementation Timeline
Advocacy and policy outcomes typically unfold over months to years; examples shown include laws and regulatory changes enacted between 2023 and 2025, with ongoing campaigns through 2025 and beyond.
Pain Points
- 1Climate change and its impacts, including health and environmental consequences
- 2Spread of misinformation or political interference harming science-based decision making
- 3Need for evidence-based, equitable solutions across energy, transportation, food, and public health
Key Features
- 1Rigorous, independent research and analysis
- 2Exposure of misinformation and public communication to explain scientific findings
- 3Policy advocacy and direct engagement with decision makers at national, state, and local levels
- 4 mobilization of supporters (500,000 activists) and collaboration with 1,500+ organizations
- 5Partnerships with hundreds of organizations to extend impact
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1Policy Director
- 2Director of Communications
- 3Campaign Manager
- 4Executive Director
- 5Development/Fundraising Director
- 6Scientists/Analysts
Client Results
- 1Enactment of laws and regulations aligned with UCS analyses (e.g., new California laws saving ratepayers money and increasing clean energy)
- 2Historic compensation measures for survivors of radiation exposure expanded by Congress (legislation renewed and expanded)
- 3Maine law requiring 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040 enacted
- 4EPA rules resulting in reductions of climate pollution and stronger emissions standards influenced by UCS input
- 5Ethylene oxide emission regulations strengthened, benefiting public health
- 6Vehicle standards backed by UCS contributed to avoiding billions of tons of climate pollution by 2055
Competitive Advantages
- 1Independent, non-corporate/government funding ensuring independence of analysis and advocacy
- 2Proven track record of turning scientific research into policy outcomes
- 3Large supporter base (500,000 activists) and extensive network (1,500+ organizations) enabling broad mobilization
- 4Direct engagement with media, policymakers, and the public to defend science and promote solutions
Key Benefits
Case Studies & Success Stories
New CA Laws Reflect Years of UCS Work
Several UCS-supported California laws aim to save ratepayers money and increase clean energy on the electric grid; built on years of UCS analysis and advocacy.
Historic Win for Survivors of Radiation Exposure
Legislation providing compensation for radiation exposure from US nuclear weapons activities; renewed and expanded to cover more people.
UCS Help Secure Clean Energy in Maine
Maine enacted a law requiring 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040, supported by UCS advocacy and testing different policy approaches.
7 Billion Tons of Climate Pollution Avoided Thanks to UCS-Backed Vehicle Standards
New UCS-backed EPA vehicle standards contributed to substantial avoided emissions by 2055; UCS provided technical feedback and mobilized public participation.
More Than 13 Million People Protected by Ethylene Oxide Regulation
UCS-led advocacy helped push for stronger EPA ethylene oxide standards with broad public health benefits.
Millions of Midwesterners Benefit from Milestone Clean Energy Investment
A Midwestern utility investment in transmission infrastructure supported by UCS advocacy to expand clean energy and create jobs.
Additional Product Information
Product Description
A nonprofit organization that uses rigorous science to address global problems and improve people’s lives, combining research, accountability, and public advocacy to influence policy and practice.
Target Market
Public policymakers (national, state, and local), media, allied nonprofits, donors, and the general public seeking science-based solutions and credible information.
Unique Value Proposition
Independent, evidence-based science and advocacy backed by a broad, engaged network of supporters; a long history of translating science into concrete policy actions without corporate/government funding.
Technical Requirements
Not specified in provided content; no technical software requirements are described. The organization relies on donations, membership, and advocacy activities.
Pricing Model
Funding model based on individual donors and independent foundations; does not accept corporate or government grants; donations and memberships (including monthly gifts) support programs.
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