Weston Anderson
@agroclim.bsky.social
(he/him) Agroclimatologist studying climate and food. Assistant research professor working at the University of Maryland. All opinions expressed are my own and not those of my employer
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For perspective: a recent study suggested that economic savings from just a *single* well-predicted hurricane, thanks to NOAA research advancements, are on order of *$5 billion.* That exceeds NOAA's *entire proposed annual operating budget.* So much for government efficiency.
July 1, 2025 at 5:18 PM
For perspective: a recent study suggested that economic savings from just a *single* well-predicted hurricane, thanks to NOAA research advancements, are on order of *$5 billion.* That exceeds NOAA's *entire proposed annual operating budget.* So much for government efficiency.
Ah, I misunderstood and thought this was part of the BBB. Thanks for the correction. But, to be honest, I don't see much of a reason to believe Congress will continue to fund science in this country. Certainly not climate science.
July 1, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Ah, I misunderstood and thought this was part of the BBB. Thanks for the correction. But, to be honest, I don't see much of a reason to believe Congress will continue to fund science in this country. Certainly not climate science.