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“Global temperatures have been irregularly declining for at least 3,000 years based on Greenland ice core data similarly to what has occurred near the end of previous interglacial periods. The increases during the Twentieth Century have been well within normal bounds over the last 800,000 years for…” quote by Alan Carlin
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““Global temperatures have been irregularly declining for at least 3,000 years based on Greenland ice core data similarly to what has occurred near the end of previous interglacial periods. The increases during the Twentieth Century have been well within normal bounds over the last 800,000 years for which we have ice core data from Antarctica.””

Alan Carlin

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Source Scientific Report: Climate Study, 2005

Historical temperature fluctuations show natural cycles; recent warming fits within long-term variability.

In simple terms: Past climate varied naturally; recent warming is normal.

Key Takeaway

Consider long-term climate context.

Themes

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Mood

skeptical thoughtful

Type

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When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • public communication
  • education

Key Concepts

paleoclimatology data analysis variability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view affect climate policy?
  • What data supports this claim?
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Simplifies complex data; may overlook recent trends.

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