We welcome this: “The Pacific Institute is pleased to welcome Dr. Peter Gleick back to his position as president of the Institute,” the Institute’s board of directors said in a statement issued today. “An independent review conducted by outside counsel on behalf of the Institute has supported what Dr. Gleick has stated publicly regarding his interaction with the Heartland Institute….”

The Pacific Institute issued the following press release today without further comment:

June 6 , 2012

PACIFIC INSTITUTE BOARD OF DIRECTORS STATEMENT

The Pacific Institute is pleased to welcome Dr. Peter Gleick back to his position as president of the Institute. An independent review conducted by outside counsel on behalf of the Institute has supported what Dr. Gleick has stated publicly regarding his interaction with the Heartland Institute. This independent investigation has further confirmed and the Pacific Institute is satisfied that none of its staff knew of or was involved in any way.

Dr. Gleick has apologized publicly for his actions, which are not condoned by the Pacific Institute and run counter to the Institute’s policies and standard of ethics over its 25-year history. The Board of Directors accepts Dr. Gleick’s apology for his lapse in judgment. We look forward to his continuing in the Pacific Institute’s ongoing and vital mission to advance environmental protection, economic development, and social equity.

“I am glad to be back and thank everyone for continuing their important work at the Pacific Institute during my absence,” said Dr. Gleick in a statement. “I am returning with a renewed focus and dedication to the science and research that remain at the core of the Pacific Institute’s mission.”

Also see:

Joe Romm at Climate Progress:  Breaking: Pacific Institute Reinstates Peter Gleick After Outside Review Confirms His Public Statements On Heartland Affair

Brian Angliss at Scholars & Rogues: Peter Gleick reinstated to his position at the Pacific Institute

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