The issue focused on the lack of a public discussion and discussion among scientists over what constitutes a viable approach to the climate crisis. While many researchers are already engaged in climate research, some scientists say, the lack of an informed community of experts to weigh in is limiting progress.

"It's very frustrating because a lot of this research is done by volunteers who are not connected to their research groups. So it takes time, and there's no way to do this sort of thing," said Jennifer Francis, director of