Climate change is largely driven by greenhouse gases we’ve released, increasing the likelihood of extreme weather. Decoding exactly how much climate change influences each event is crucial for policy and preparedness.

A new report from the US National Academies of Science has revealed that the science of attributing specific events to climate change is maturing rapidly. However, this progress isn't sitting well with oil companies, who fear it could make them more liable for damage caused by extreme weather.

The backlash is intense: lawmakers are threatening funding for the National Academies due to concerns that better science equates to higher risks and costs for fossil fuel industries. This reflects a broader struggle between advancing knowledge and preserving business as usual.

Historically, extreme events have occurred naturally, but we're now exiting a stable climate era. Recognizing these unprecedented extremes is key, yet the debate over how they are influenced by human-caused warming remains contentious.