Core Insights - Zillow has removed climate risk scores from over 1 million property listings due to complaints from real estate agents about declining sales [1][5] - The climate risk score was initially added in September 2024, with over 80% of buyers considering climate risk when purchasing homes [1][5] - The removal of the score has replaced it with a less prominent link to data from the climate risk analysis startup First Street [1][5] Company and Industry Analysis - First Street's climate risk score was first introduced on Realtor.com in 2020 and is still displayed on that platform, as well as on Redfin and Homes.com [1][5] - CRMLS CEO Art Carter expressed concerns that showing the probability of flooding for specific homes could significantly impact their perceived attractiveness [6] - First Street defends its data accuracy, stating that their model is based on transparent, peer-reviewed scientific principles and is continuously validated against real-world outcomes [6] - The real estate and insurance industries are increasingly focused on addressing the severe weather issues caused by climate change, with discussions ongoing between investors, insurance companies, and cities regarding climate risk data [7]
房产中介抱怨销量受损，Zillow下架气候风险评分