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Expert Faces Backlash Over Climate Change Research Claims

12/12/2025

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Roger Pielke Jr., a public-policy expert, faces backlash for arguing that rising disaster costs are not linked to greenhouse gases.
In 2015, Congressman Raúl Grijalva launched an investigation into Pielke's research, alleging influence by energy companies.
The controversy led to canceled speaking engagements, as Pielke says many fear repercussions for supporting him.
He acknowledges global warming as a significant issue and says the alarmist climate narrative undermines living conditions.

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Roger Pielke Jr., a public-policy expert, faces backlash for arguing that rising disaster costs are not linked to greenhouse gases.
In 2015, Congressman Raúl Grijalva launched an investigation into Pielke's research, alleging influence by energy companies.
The controversy led to canceled speaking engagements, as Pielke says many fear repercussions for supporting him.
He acknowledges global warming as a significant issue and says the alarmist climate narrative undermines living conditions.