The Science and Development Network published an article titled Climate change: Enough science, now for the politics. It makes the point that there is plenty of scientific evidence that proves that climate change is occurring. But people and politics must change their views if anything is to actually be done about it.
The idea that humans are changing the global climate system was first developed, elaborated and demonstrated by natural scientists. The scientific evidence backing this basic idea is now overwhelming, even if scientific predictions of future climate changes are still shrouded in uncertainty.
But although science is very good at revealing how things are, and suggesting what physical manifestations might follow a particular course of action, it has limited relevance and reach when deciding what should be done in the face of complex dilemmas — such as climate change.
Climate Change is Happening. The People Must do Something.
The Science and Development Network published an article titled Climate change: Enough science, now for the politics. It makes the point that there is plenty of scientific evidence that proves that climate change is occurring. But people and politics must change their views if anything is to actually be done about it.