The Trump administration has shut down more than 100 climate studies
a year ago
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- The Trump administration terminated over 100 NSF grants related to climate change, cutting tens of millions in funding.
- Affected projects include clean fuel development, methane emissions measurement, and climate justice initiatives.
- The NSF claims grants were terminated for not aligning with program goals, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
- Critics argue the cuts aim to suppress climate science contradicting administration policies.
- Several states and universities have sued the NSF over funding cuts and policy violations.
- GrantWatch data shows $100M+ in climate-related grants canceled, with NIH terminations adding $50M more.
- Harvard and other institutions face severe funding losses, threatening long-term climate research.
- The administration’s proposed budget seeks further cuts, including a 60% reduction in NSF research spending.
- Scientists fear losing critical climate monitoring capabilities and a generation of researchers.
- Legal battles and public backlash may determine the future of U.S. climate science funding.