Review of the reports being prepared for the National Assessment is an important aspect of ensuring both their credibility and relevance for the Nation. To ensure a thorough review, nominations were solicited for expert reviewers to comment on the various sections of the report. National Assessment stakeholders were invited to volunteer to participate or to nominate others who could serve as expert reviewers.

The first stage of the review process, expected to take place starting in mid-November, is a technical review of the various parts of the Synthesis Team's foundation report and the incorporation of these findings into a draft overview report.

There will be a second opportunity for review of the report during a public comment period planned to begin early next year. For that review, a draft of the report will be posted on the Web and public comment will be invited from a wide range of reviewers (including interested scientists, stakeholders, government leaders, representatives of public and private organizations, etc.). Those unable to participate in the technical review round are invited to indicate their interest in being informed of the public review by sending email to climate@usgcrp.gov.