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Why Germany Is Building an Ark for U.S. Climate Data

Germany is creating a backup of U.S. climate data to protect it from potential interference by the Trump administration. The data will be stored in a climate computing center in Hamburg. The move comes amid concerns about the administration's actions against climate research and data sharing.

What happened

Germany is storing backup climate data from the U.S. to prevent it from being altered or lost due to political actions. The data will be used for a major U.N. climate assessment.

Why it matters

Protecting climate data ensures that scientific research remains reliable and accessible, which is crucial for global efforts to address climate change.

Why it belongs here

The effort shows international cooperation and a commitment to preserving scientific knowledge for the public good. It highlights the importance of safeguarding information that affects everyone.

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