Chemistry... is like the maid occupied with daily civilisation; she is busy with fertilisers, medicines, glass, insecticides ... for she dispenses the recipes.
Jean-Jacques RousseauRead
Many people have the impression that there is significant scientific disagreement about global climate change. It's time to lay that misapprehension to rest. There is a scientific consensus on the fact that Earth's climate is heating up and human activities are part of the reason. We need to stop repeating nonsense about the uncertainty of global warming and start talking seriously about the right approach to address it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the urgency of recognizing the scientific consensus on climate change and the need for serious action.
Naomi Oreskes highlights the widespread misconception that there exists substantial scientific debate regarding climate change. She argues that the overwhelming agreement among scientists on the reality of global warming, driven in part by human activities, necessitates a shift in conversation from questioning its validity to determining effective strategies for mitigation and adaptation.
Themes
Climate ChangeScientific ConsensusGlobal WarmingHuman ActivityEnvironment
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in an environmental awareness campaign to highlight the scientific backing for climate action.
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