In American Samoa, sea level is rising at four times the global average. This increases the Pacific Ocean island’s risk of saltwater intrusion, which can contaminate freshwater supplies, a problem it currently faces.  Vacancies in American Samoa’s only agency managing water—the American Samoa Power Authority—are leaving a shortage of people to tackle these climate issues. … Continue reading New NOAA Initiative Will Provide $60 Million in Funding to Train Workers for Green Jobs