In a striking move indicative of ongoing tensions between science and policy, two prominent scientific organizations, the American Geophysical Union (AGU) and the American Meteorological Society (AMS), have pledged to publish the National Climate Assessment (NCA) despite the recent dismissal of nearly 400 contributing authors by the Trump administration. This bold commitment highlights the resilience of scientific integrity and the urgent need for climate resilience strategies.
**Defiant Scientists Press Forward with Crucial U.S. Climate Report Amid Administration's Dismissals**
**Defiant Scientists Press Forward with Crucial U.S. Climate Report Amid Administration's Dismissals**
Scientific organizations vow to continue work on national climate assessment following the Trump administration's abrupt removal of report authors.
Last week, the Trump administration announced the abrupt termination of the proficient scientists engaged in the NCA, citing a “re-review” of the report's scope. This decision raised concerns regarding the future of the comprehensive evaluation detailing the effects of climate change across the United States. However, the AGU and AMS quickly stepped in, emphasizing their dedication to ensuring communities remain informed and prepared to face visible climate threats.
Brandon Jones, AGU president and National Science Foundation program director, reiterated the commitment to collaborative science. “It’s incumbent on us to provide the science necessary to pursue solutions to climate change," he stated in their release. The upcoming iteration of the NCA, scheduled for early 2028, will not be replaced but remains vital given its congressional mandate under the Global Change Research Act of 1990.
While federal support has wavered — underscored by recent budget cuts affecting the U.S. Global Change Research Program — the efforts by AGU and AMS signal a broader determination among scientists and researchers to continue advocating for climate action and transparency. As environmental challenges escalate, the initiative to independently publish key findings could serve as a rallying point for increased public awareness and urgency surrounding climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies.
With two reputable organizations stepping in, the fight for climate transparency continues, reinforcing the importance of local and national efforts in combating the pressing issue of climate change.
Brandon Jones, AGU president and National Science Foundation program director, reiterated the commitment to collaborative science. “It’s incumbent on us to provide the science necessary to pursue solutions to climate change," he stated in their release. The upcoming iteration of the NCA, scheduled for early 2028, will not be replaced but remains vital given its congressional mandate under the Global Change Research Act of 1990.
While federal support has wavered — underscored by recent budget cuts affecting the U.S. Global Change Research Program — the efforts by AGU and AMS signal a broader determination among scientists and researchers to continue advocating for climate action and transparency. As environmental challenges escalate, the initiative to independently publish key findings could serve as a rallying point for increased public awareness and urgency surrounding climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies.
With two reputable organizations stepping in, the fight for climate transparency continues, reinforcing the importance of local and national efforts in combating the pressing issue of climate change.
