Climate Quote by Ralph B. Alexander
““Climate alarmists insist that the apparently missing heat (from CO2 warming)is hiding in the deep ocean -- which is like telling a child Santa Claus lives at the North Pole, as deep ocean heat can't be measured. -- Ralph B. Alexander, Letter to The Oregonian, January 28, 2013””
About This Quote
Source Letter: The Oregonian, January 28 2013, Ralph B. Alexander
The claim that missing heat is hidden in the deep ocean is presented as an untestable myth, likening it to a child's belief in Santa Claus.
In simple terms: Missing heat is claimed to be in the deep ocean, but it's unmeasurable.
Key Takeaway
Question the evidence behind deep‑ocean heat claims.
Themes
skepticism
climate debate
science communication
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
analytical
skeptical
When to use this quote
- policy discussions
- media analysis
- public education
- scientific research
Key Concepts
heat budget
measurement limits
oceanography
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve detection of ocean heat?
- What evidence would change your view?
A Different Perspective
Deep‑ocean heat may be measurable with advanced techniques, challenging the analogy.
