U.N. chief defends science and weather forecasting as Trump threatens both
Summary
The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, defended science and the importance of weather forecasting in Geneva. He praised the U.N. weather agency for its role in reducing climate-related dangers, amidst criticism from President Donald Trump's administration. The administration has made significant cuts to U.S. weather services and expressed skepticism about climate change.Key Facts
- U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres spoke at the World Meteorological Organization event in Geneva.
- Guterres praised the U.N. weather agency for its efforts in forecasting climate-related disasters.
- President Donald Trump's administration has been critical of climate change science.
- The U.S. has reduced funding for the National Weather Service and cut jobs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
- Guterres emphasized that scientists should not fear speaking the truth about climate issues.
- The weather agency reported a record increase in carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere last year.
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