Early in 2002 a quarterly newsletter for the non-specialist public interested in climate science, climate change and variations was launched. "Climate Science Forum" reports on recent and significant findings in the science of climate, analyzes the significance of such news, and presents diverse viewpoints by investigators. It also reports on climate products. We expect that readers use the information to shape their decisions on climate-related strategies.

Climate Science Forum does not assume editorial positions on matters of "good science" or good policy. But it does host a "Forum" in which various viewpoints are solicited from climate scientists. Each issue also has news; reports from meetings and conferences; a "Climate Science Classroom"; Letters to the Editor; and illustration of products such as the Seasonal Climate Highlights of the National Climatic Data Center.

Climate Science Forum is online at http://climate-science.org