What’s the Buzz?
After the Trump administration opted to close the doors on NOAA’s Climate.gov in 2025, severing our access to 15 years of valuable climate information, the sharp minds behind it have reemerged with a new platform at Climate.us. “Reliable climate data shouldn’t vanish when political changes occur,” states Rebecca Lindsey, the head honcho over at Climate.us.
The Background
Rebecca, previously the leader of Climate.gov, had her world turned upside down when the government removed her and a web developer during a political cleanse in early 2025. By May, the remaining editorial team was dismissed as well. But don’t worry, they’ve partnered with the non-profit Multiplier to launch Climate.us, aiming to become the new reliable source for precise and reachable climate information.
Back in Business
Climate.gov, which now redirects to a NOAA page void of the valuable content we once enjoyed, was effectively shut down in July 2025. This occurred as a result of a Trump executive order ranting about “gold standard science” while criticizing the previous administration for politicizing scientific matters. They even took a jab at climate change science, claiming it represented only worst-case scenarios, making the removal of 15 years’ worth of climate data seem necessary. Go figure.
Experts Chime In
Kathy Jacobs, a bright mind at the University of Arizona, believes this shutdown signifies some troubling manipulation of reality, asserting it could heighten the risks for many due to climate-related challenges. Before the cut, Rebecca revealed they had been instructed to eliminate archives that did not align with Trump’s ideology.
Fresh Starts
Climate.us, following in the footsteps of Climate.gov, was designed to create a connection between knowledgeable scientists and the general public. Rebecca believes they can still perform exceptionally well outside of federal oversight but acknowledges that losing access to the knowledge of federal partners is somewhat disheartening. Everything that was removed earlier is now restored, along with new blogs, status updates, maps, data pathways, and national evaluations.
Sustaining The Vision
Rebecca and her team feel the government isn’t the most suitable steward for this mission, particularly given the rapid shifts in political circumstances. She asserts that climate literacy is a common good, benefiting everyone, not solely those in power. No matter what unfolds next, the Climate.us team is determined to continue their mission—delivering climate science in an understandable format, empowering us to address the climate issues facing the world.
Recap
From Trump Shutdown to Climate Revival
So, there you go, everyone. The climate experts are back, and they are serious about their work. They’ve given the Trump closure the old two-finger salute and are pressing on with providing the information we need to comprehend the state of our planet. Let’s hope this time they’re here to stay.
