- #181
- 12,178
- 186
Locked (for now anyway.)
Global Warming & Climate Change Policy
- Thread starter Greg Bernhardt
- Start date
Click For Summary
Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the recent decision by the forum to ban all topics related to global warming and climate change. Participants express their views on the implications of this ban for discussions in Earth sciences and the challenges of moderating such a contentious topic.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Some participants question the rationale behind banning discussions on global warming, arguing that it is inherently related to Earth sciences.
- Others express disappointment in the decision, suggesting that it undermines the forum's commitment to open scientific discourse.
- A participant notes the absence of climate scientists among the moderators as a contributing factor to the decision.
- Concerns are raised about the level of skepticism towards scientific consensus on climate issues, with some arguing that this skepticism complicates discussions.
- Some members propose alternative ways to discuss related topics, such as local warming or specific data analysis, while acknowledging the ban.
- A participant reflects on the need for a balanced approach to minority views in scientific discourse, emphasizing the importance of maintaining educational opportunities in the forum.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally express disagreement regarding the ban, with multiple competing views on its implications and the challenges it presents for the forum's mission. The discussion remains unresolved, with no consensus on how to proceed with climate-related topics.
Contextual Notes
The discussion highlights limitations in the forum's ability to moderate climate change topics effectively, as well as the absence of relevant expertise among moderators. There are also unresolved issues regarding the trust in scientific authorities and the nature of skepticism within public discourse.