In November 2009 , more than 1,000 e-mails were published online . The emails showed that the scientists involved in writing and editing climate change reports had been influenced by industry lobbyists to produce a report with predetermined conclusions about global warming. Independent review published Wednesday cleared scientists of wrongdoing . Head of unit in question Professor Phil Jones to return as Director of Research .
In November 2009 , more than 1,000 e-mails were published online . Climate skeptics claimed e-mails showed case for global warming had been exaggerated . Independent review published Wednesday cleared scientists of wrongdoing . Head of unit in question Professor Phil Jones to return as Director of Research .