Despite congressional threat, National Academies releases new climate report

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has released a new climate report, despite a congressional threat. The report provides an updated assessment of the scientific evidence on climate change, building upon the previous report from 2009. The report highlights that our understanding of the causes and impacts of climate change has significantly improved since the last assessment. It states that human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels, are the dominant cause of the observed global warming over the past century. The report also outlines the potential consequences of climate change, including rising sea levels, more frequent and severe extreme weather events, and the impact on human health and ecosystems. It emphasizes the need for immediate action to mitigate and adapt to these challenges. The release of this report comes amid a congressional threat, underscoring the continued political debate surrounding climate change. The report aims to provide policymakers and the public with the latest scientific evidence to inform decision-making and guide efforts to address the pressing issue of climate change.