Climate Controversy: Lawsuit Challenges Secret U.S. Working Group

Two prominent environmental organizations have initiated legal action against the Trump administration for allegedly assembling a covert group of climate skeptics. The group's report, reportedly used as a foundation for reversing U.S. greenhouse gas emission policies, was prepared without public notification.

The Environmental Defense Fund and the Union of Concerned Scientists filed their lawsuit in a Massachusetts federal district court, contending the 'Climate Working Group' orchestrated by Energy Secretary Chris Wright operated surreptitiously and produced faulty conclusions. These findings purportedly influenced the EPA's controversial decision to alter climate regulations. Energy Secretary Wright and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, named as defendants, were unavailable for immediate comment.

This issue is significant, as it raises alarms about U.S. divergence from the global consensus on climate change causes and effects amid increasing environmental calamities costing trillions. The argument further suggests such actions undercut the necessity to transition toward sustainable energy. Public transparency and record-keeping for federal advisory bodies are mandated by the Federal Advisory Committee Act.

(With inputs from agencies.)