Global Warming: Is There Still Room For Doubt?
Sorry, skeptics. Scientists say they have the smoking gun
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On Oct. 13, the CEO of Exxon Corp., Lee R. Raymond, told the 15th World Petroleum Congress in Beijing three things: First, the world isn't warming. Second, even if it were, oil and gas wouldn't be the cause. Third, no one can predict the likely future temperature rise.
Many others in industry and government are skeptical of the threats posed by global warming, and they would likely agree with Raymond's conclusion: "Before we make choices about global climate policies, we need an open debate on the science, an analysis of the risks, and a careful consideration of the costs and benefits."