Become Quote by David Ignatius
“Prominent scientists have become increasingly convinced that the connection between carbon emissions and rising temperatures is real, but skeptics have whole truckloads of studies to demonstrate the opposite.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Climate Debate, 2020
Scientists see a clear link between carbon emissions and warming, yet skeptics cite studies to claim otherwise.
In simple terms: Scientists link emissions to warming; skeptics dispute with studies.
Examine the full body of research.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- public education
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess the credibility of climate studies?
- What role should policy play amid scientific uncertainty?
Skeptic studies may be funded by vested interests, affecting credibility.