A group of over 85 scientists has published a rebuttal to a U.S. Department of Energy climate change report. They contend the DOE report contains numerous errors and misrepresents climate science. The scientists identified instances where the DOE cherry-picked or distorted scientific findings. One specific criticism involves the DOE's claim that rising carbon dioxide offers a "net benefit" to U.S. agriculture. This claim overlooks the detrimental effects of increased heat and extreme weather on crops. Furthermore, the DOE report stated there is no evidence of more intense "meteorological" drought globally or in the U.S. The scientists argue this is misleading because higher temperatures and increased evaporation also contribute to and worsen droughts. They point to numerous studies demonstrating how climate change exacerbates drought conditions. The rebuttal highlights the DOE's selective use of data. This collective scientific critique challenges the accuracy and completeness of the DOE's climate assessment.