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Colorado NCAR partners sue to halt bid to dismantle Boulder lab
politics25 days ago

Colorado NCAR partners sue to halt bid to dismantle Boulder lab

Colorado’s National Center for Atmospheric Research consortium (UCAR) filed a federal lawsuit against the National Science Foundation and the Trump administration, alleging political retribution aimed at dismantling NCAR by divesting its operations, gagging officials, and privatizing weather and space-weather functions. The suit seeks to stop the dismantling, restore contracts, lift gag orders, and end onerous reporting requirements, arguing the actions threaten NCAR’s mission and Boulder-based jobs (about 1,400 people).

UCAR Sues to Block Trump Plan to Dismantle Boulder NCAR
politics25 days ago

UCAR Sues to Block Trump Plan to Dismantle Boulder NCAR

A consortium of universities (UCAR) filed a federal lawsuit to stop the Trump administration’s plan to dismantle Boulder’s National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), arguing the reorganization is retaliatory and illegal under federal law. The suit targets multiple federal agencies, contending actions such as transferring NCAR’s supercomputer, cutting climate research funding, gag orders on staff, and a proposed sale of NCAR’s headquarters amount to retaliation against Colorado. UCAR warns the move threatens national security, public safety, and the U.S. lead in weather and space weather research; NCAR, founded in 1960 and employing about 820 people, provides data used by universities and industries worldwide.

Colleges sue to block federal plan to dismantle NCAR, the U.S.'s leading climate research center
science25 days ago

Colleges sue to block federal plan to dismantle NCAR, the U.S.'s leading climate research center

A coalition of universities led by UCAR filed a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s plan to break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), alleging a coordinated campaign against Colorado over political disputes. The suit accuses agencies of gag orders, cutting funding, and moving NCAR’s supercomputing facilities, arguing the actions violate the Administrative Procedure Act and threaten national security and the nation’s leadership in weather and space weather modeling and forecasting.

policy25 days ago

UCAR sues federal agencies over actions impacting NCAR operations

UCAR filed a federal lawsuit in the District of Colorado against NSF, NOAA, DOC, OMB and their directors, alleging constitutional violations and violations of the Administrative Procedure Act stemming from agency actions against NCAR/UCAR. The suit seeks to halt the actions, declare them unlawful, and obtain an injunction to protect NCAR/UCAR’s operations and mission, noting potential threats to national security, public safety, economic prosperity, and the U.S. lead in weather and space weather modeling. UCAR says it will not comment further while the litigation proceeds.

Protests Erupt Against Trump’s Plan to Dismantle NCAR
environment3 months ago

Protests Erupt Against Trump’s Plan to Dismantle NCAR

Hundreds of protesters in Boulder rallied against the Trump administration's plan to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), citing its crucial role in climate and weather research, and vowing to fight the decision through legislative and legal means. The move has sparked significant community and political opposition due to NCAR's contributions to meteorology and climate science, and concerns over the loss of federal funding and jobs.

Trump Administration Plans to Dismantle Key Climate Research Center
science3 months ago

Trump Administration Plans to Dismantle Key Climate Research Center

The Trump administration announced plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado, citing a review and claims of climate alarmism, which has faced strong opposition from scientists, lawmakers, and local officials who warn it could undermine vital weather and climate research crucial for public safety and understanding Earth's systems.

Trump Administration Plans to Dismantle Key U.S. Climate Research Center in Colorado
science3 months ago

Trump Administration Plans to Dismantle Key U.S. Climate Research Center in Colorado

The Trump administration is moving to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado, citing concerns over 'woke' initiatives and ideological pursuits, which has sparked criticism from climate scientists and Colorado officials who emphasize its importance for weather and climate research. The decision is part of a broader effort to reshape federal science programs related to climate and energy.