Philosopher Karl Popper claimed in his book ‘The Logic of Scientific Discovery’ that a hypothesis, proposition or theory is scientific only if it is falsifiable: "Logically, no number of positive outcomes at the level of experimental testing can … [Read more...] about Are Climate Models Falsifiable?
Climate & Climate Change
Southern Ocean Wind Currents Weakening?
A 15-year research project has revealed that changes in wind patterns are contributing to rising sea temperatures in the Southern Ocean. ABC News: 'Research shows Southern Ocean wind currents weakening' CSIRO Media release: 'Antarctic route … [Read more...] about Southern Ocean Wind Currents Weakening?
Review of the DVD Apocalypse? No! The Scientific Reasons Why ‘Global Warming’ is NOT a Global Crisis
Christopher Monckton’s 2007 presentation to the Cambridge (University) Union Monckton begins by saying that he is going to present a perspective on climate change science that the audience will have not seen in the media, from politicians or in … [Read more...] about Review of the DVD Apocalypse? No! The Scientific Reasons Why ‘Global Warming’ is NOT a Global Crisis
Call for Australian-NZ Royal Commission on Global Warming
A group of Australian and New Zealand organisations and scientists called on the governments of Australia and New Zealand to set up an Australia New Zealand Royal Commission on the Science of Global Warming (to be known as “the ANZIG Royal … [Read more...] about Call for Australian-NZ Royal Commission on Global Warming
2030: Entire World’s Current CO2 Emissions to be Equalled by China?
It's long been said said that China was adding one new coal power plant per week to its grid. But the real news is worse: China is completing two new coal plants per week. If China's carbon usage keeps pace with its economic growth, the country's … [Read more...] about 2030: Entire World’s Current CO2 Emissions to be Equalled by China?
Observations on January’s Temperatures
The blogosphere is buzzing with talk of global non-warming or even global cooling. First, another sceptic for Marc Morano's list: Atmospheric Scientist Dr. Art Douglas recently retired Chair of the Atmospheric Sciences Department Creighton … [Read more...] about Observations on January’s Temperatures