Climate change creating polar opposite opinions (column)

Although the world isn’t coming to an end, the recent United Nation’s report should make a lot of people sit up and take notice.

“It’s too late,” one of the scientists said. “We can’t stop it, but we can delay it,” responded another.

Those in the know, realize we are talking about climate change, often referred to as “global warming.” According to this new report, up to one million plant and animal species globally could become extinct. 

The National Wildlife Federation has expressed extreme concern, and stated that, “America’s experience with cherished landscapes and wildlife has helped define and shape our national character and identity for generations. Protecting these natural resources is a cause that has long united Americans from all walks of life and political stripes, including hunters, anglers, hikers, birders, wildlife watchers, etc."

It sounds like an enormous task. However, we must do all we can to preserve our natural environment. The land and wildlife we cherish must be saved, and it needs to start now.

According to the Pennsylvania Audubon Society, “The situation is indeed dire — more than half of bird species on the continent are at risk — but there are reasons for hope. By identifying which birds are most sensitive to climate change and where those changes are most likely to occur, this research provides a roadmap for future conservation and advocacy efforts.” 

Some folks believe that the world is cyclic, and that we are simply going through a transition period, pointing out that some parts of the world are experiencing colder than average temperatures. Others state they haven’t seen a dramatic change in their own backyard. 

So what is everyone so concerned about? 

 The Greenpeace co-founder, and former president of Greenpeace Canada, Patrick Moore, describing what he refers to as the cynical and corrupt machinations fueling the narrative of anthropocentric global warming and “climate change.” 

“Fear has been used all through history to gain control of people’s minds and wallets and all else, and the climate catastrophe is strictly a fear campaign — well, fear and guilt — you’re afraid you’re killing your children because you’re driving them in your SUV, and emitting carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, and you feel guilty for doing that. There’s no stronger motivation than those two,” Moore said. 

 The most watched and respected “voice,” The Weather Channel, slammed Moore for his remarks, noting that they have seen the catastrophic results of climate change in the weather patterns across both our country, and the world. With all these “polar-opposite” views, you have much to digest.

What are your thoughts on this very critical topic? 

Dave Wolf can be reached by email at wolfang418@msn.com.