The president’s political feud and his budget chief’s drive to end climate research have put the National Center for Atmospheric Research at risk.By Marianne LavelleOne of the world’s leading climate, weather and wildfire science research institutions is being targeted for elimination in what many of those affected see as President Donald Trump’s political vendetta against Colorado Gov. Jared Polis.
Observations from the Little Bunker
Last updated: December 18, 2025 10:12 AM
Atmospheric CO₂
427.2 ppm
+17.7
ppm/year
Atmospheric CH₄
1930.95 ppb
+-3.5
ppb/year
Global Temperature
+1.48 °C
Peak: +1.73°C
World Population
8.1 billion
+67
million/year