New DOE Report Challenges Climate Catastrophe Narrative

A recent report from the Department of Energy has sparked debate by acknowledging human contributions to climate change while tempering alarmist claims. The report, authored by a team of independent experts, concludes that while greenhouse gases are warming the planet, the scale of the crisis may have been overstated.
Key findings include no convincing evidence that U.S. extreme weather events—such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, or droughts—have intensified in recent decades. Additionally, the report suggests that past projections of economic damage from climate change may have been too extreme. It also warns that drastic climate policies could cause more harm than good, arguing that even complete elimination of U.S. emissions would have a negligible impact on global temperatures.
The study, commissioned by Energy Secretary Chris Wright, aims to elevate the debate by injecting hard evidence and encouraging open discussion. Judith Curry, one of the report’s authors, emphasized the importance of scientific skepticism, calling the enforcement of a faux consensus antithetical to science.
The report has already influenced the EPA, which cited it in a proposal to reconsider the federal government’s 2009 endangerment finding on greenhouse gases. While the findings are controversial, they highlight the need for a balanced, evidence-based approach to climate policy.
The DOE report underscores the importance of fostering open debate and challenging entrenched narratives, ensuring that climate responses are guided by facts rather than fear.

Published: 8/22/2025